GIS Technician/Senior GIS Technician

Energize your future by joining our team at Northern Virginia Electric Cooperative (NOVEC)! NOVEC's mission is to create value for its members, employees and communities by providing safe, reliable electricity and quality products at competitive prices.

NOVEC is a locally owned electric distribution system headquartered in Manassas, VA.

NOVEC provides reliable electric service to more than 180,000 homes and businesses in Clarke, Fairfax, Fauquier, Loudoun, Prince William and Stafford counties, the City of Manassas Park, and the Town of Clifton.

NOVEC's service reliability is the best in the region with a 99.99% average system reliability.

As a leader on the high-tech frontier, NOVEC is using proven, cost-effective technology to improve productivity and reliability, reduce expenses, and increase cybersecurity a national priority.

Todays technology includes what the industry calls "smart grid", as well as fiber optics, and mobile workforce.

OVERVIEW: Help map the infrastructure that powers our communities! NOVEC is seeking a GIS Technician or Senior GIS Technician to maintain accurate mapping and geographic information system (GIS) data supporting our electric utility operations.

Collaborate with engineering and other departments to develop maps, drawings, and asset information that support system planning, construction, and reliable service.

Responsibilities will align with the selected candidates qualifications and position level, with the Senior GIS Technician providing additional technical expertise, quality assurance, and GIS process development.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Other related duties may be assigned.

An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and effectively.

Reasonable accommodation may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Maintain and update GIS spatial and attribute data, including electrical infrastructure, landbase features, property records, easements, and related asset information.

Prepare engineering drawings, diagrams, customized maps, and electronic plats to support internal departments and customer service needs.

Review and convert developer and customer CAD drawings, incorporate new subdivisions and property changes into GIS, and maintain accurate archives of drawings and easement plats.

Maintain electrical distribution model connectivity, GIS feature attributes, and links between mapped features and supporting documentation.

Collaborate with NOVEC personnel to verify information, resolve discrepancies, communicate completed work, and maintain accurate system records.

Perform assigned work accurately and efficiently in accordance with established standards, procedures, and deadlines.

Additional responsibilities at the Senior GIS Technician level include: Provide technical expertise related to GIS asset management and post as-built construction drawings and operational changes.

Maintain GIS data for electric, fiber optic, and telecommunicati...