GIS Technician I

About this Role:

GIS Technicians are vital team members who represent our leading telecommunications brand and are committed to providing current and accurate GIS records in order to supply the data and information needed to provide products and services to homeowners, small business, enterprise and carrier partners across the United States.

What You’ll Do:

• Accurately post and pre-post OSP work orders to the master GIS and /or design files.
• Coordinate work order process with construction supervisors, OSP engineers and property accounting.
• Log work orders into OSP/Job-Trac database. Distribute and file work order folders daily, as required.
• Carry out drafting assignments of a routine to moderate nature, within the Uniti standards and practices framework.
• Prepare layouts, drawings and designs according to engineering specifications using CAD/E and/or GIS software.
• Review engineering drawings and supporting documentation to verify adherence to Uniti standard practices.
• Analyze design prints and confer with other departments to resolve details when not completely defined.
• Display, modify, and correct existing GIS data using CAD/E software.
• Display final drawings to verify completeness, clarity and accuracy.

Do You Have:

• Ability to read GIS and Engineering maps. 
• Knowledge of office automation tools
• Self-starter, able to work with little guidance.
• Ability to work in a self-directed work group, work easily with others and be a team player.
• Ability to analyze problems and priorities and make decisions.
• Ability to communicate with others, both oral and in writing
• Ability to work overtime at times to meet demands.
• Ability to process, file and maintain organized records and complete transactions related to various administrative functions.

Even Better:

• Knowledge of OSP network components, OSP network symbols and the work order processes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Previous drafting experience with GIS software, ArcGIS Pro and/or other systems.
• Knowledge of personal computer hardware and operating systems.

Physical Tasks- Standing Occasionally: 0-33% | Walking Occasionally: 0-33% |Sitting and Stationary: Continuously: 67-100% | Bending: Occasionally: 0-33% | Crouching: Occasionally: 0-33% | Carrying: Occasionally: 0-33% | Reaching: Occasionally: 0-33% |Lifting -Lowering >1-15 lbs: Occasionally: 0-33% | Repetitive Hand Action: Medium Dexterity: Continuously: 67-100% | Fine Manipulating: Frequently: 34-66% 

Audio Visual Needs - Hearing: Continuously: 67-100%| Near Vision: Continuously: 67-100% | Far Vision: Occasionally: 0-33% | Peripheral Vision: Occasionally: 0-33% 

Equipment Used in Job Performance: Computer, Printer, Fax, Telephone, Basic Office Supplies, Copier 

Notice to Non-U.S. Citizens: Uniti, as a holder of licenses granted by the Federal Communications Commission, is required to notify and to obtain approval from federal regulatory agencies prior to granting certain system/network access to any non-U.S. citizen personnel. Offers of employment extended to non-U.S. citizens are contingent upon receiving the requisite approval from agencies overseeing compliance. Non-U.S. citizens are required to provide Uniti with the personal identifying information required to obtain the necessary approval prior to accessing certain systems and/or Uniti’s network. If you are not a U.S. citizen, please notify your recruiter or contact HR Legal as soon as possible for information on Uniti’s foreign personnel disclosure and approval requirements.

Notice to Applicants: Depending on the position and its job functions, offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of certain pre-employment screenings, including but not limited to drug-screen, motor vehicle records check, or other pre-employment screening. All such screenings will be conducted by an external third-party with the Candidate’s written consent and in accordance with federal and state law. Refusal to authorize or submit to a required pre-employment screening may disqualify the candidate from employment. Any misrepresentation during the application or interview process may result in denial of employment, withdrawal of offer, or termination.