Chico State Enterprises is hiring: GIS Assistant I – Mobile Field Tester in Chic

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Overview

POSITION: GIS Assistant I – Mobile Field Tester

STATUS: Part-time / Non-Benefitted / Hourly / Non-Exempt

DEPARTMENT: North State Planning and Development Collective

LOCATION: This position requires travel throughout California.

RECRUITMENT ID: 341

RESIDENCY: Candidate must be a California resident. Chico State Enterprises is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (i.e. H-1B Visas).

Essential job functions

The mobile field tester will be gathering mobile speed data from various wireless providers across the state. The data provides valuable information to the California Public Utilities Commission, and the public, about mobile network availability and performance. Data results are analyzed and summarized for reports, conference presentations and compliance monitoring. Working closely with GIS Assistants and under the general supervision of the Project Manager, the incumbent

• Conducts mobile field testing at specified locations throughout California;
• Utilizes mobile device applications to perform a variety of tests;
• Documents and reports travel expenses.

Employment standards

Must be age 21 or older and have a current California Driver’s License as this position requires the ability to drive a rental vehicle. Required knowledge, skills and abilities include:

• Familiarity with Android mobile devices.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel.
• Prior experience with travel claims reporting is preferred.
• Good organizational skills.
• High attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize tasks.
• Ability to adjust to change in a fast paced, constantly changing environment (i.e. work environment, technology);
• Work within deadlines.
• Ability to function cooperatively and productively as a member of a unit.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with GIS staff.
• Ability to follow directions and a willingness to learn.
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Must be a self-learner who can solve problems and work independently with minimal supervision.

Compliance requirements

• Candidate must be in possession of valid driver's license and automobile liability insurance. Participation in the DMV Employer Pull Notice Program (driving record) is required. The candidate will be required to update their insurance with Chico State Enterprises Human Resources when necessary.

Benefits

• Sick leave (up to 5 days/year)

How to apply

To be considered, submit the following documents by October 31, 2025. Documents submitted after this date may not be considered.

• Resume

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BY EMAIL: csejobs@csuchico.edu

Paper applications will not be accepted; however, Chico State Enterprises is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is happy to provide reasonable accommodations to applicants at any step of the application process. If you need assistance in this regard, or are having technical difficulties, please contact the Human Resources office at 530-898-6811 or csejobs@csuchico.edu prior to 5:00 pm on the document deadline date. Employment is at-will.

Equal opportunity employer

Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, Chico State Enterprises provides equal opportunity in employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. It is Chico State Enterprises’ policy to hire only United States citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. All new employees must provide proof of identity and authorization to work.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Part-time

Job function

• Administrative and Research
• Data Infrastructure and Analytics and Research Services