OSP-GIS Engineer

Company: Crossfire Consulting
Location: West Des Moines
Posted on: February 14, 2020

Job Description:

Reference # : 20-00305 Title : OSP-GIS Engineer Location : West Des Moines, IA Position Type : Contract Experience Level : Start Date / End Date : 02/23/2020 / 08/21/2021 Description JOB TITLE: Business Documentation Specialist - I / OSP-GIS Engineer MUST HAVE SKILLS: ? Adaptability/Flexibility ? Active learner/Learning strategist ? Willingness to learn objectives that may seem to be outside of job scope ? Monitoring/Assessing GIS data and the ability to interpret information while communicating it in an effective way ? Time management ? Service orientation/Customer service ? Understanding of security principals and measures with the integrity to uphold them DESIRED SKILLS ? Telecommunications knowledge: Transmission, broadcasting, switching, and operations of fiber optic networks Understanding of fiber optic plans, cable duct and routing, network design ? Building and construction knowledge: OSP (Outside Plant) experience including knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools used to deploy a fiber optic network ? Experience/background in a similar field transferable to fiber optics ? Requires High school degree and 4+years job-related experience or degree in related field. A combination of education and applicable work experience may be acceptable. ? General Computer Skills ? Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite of applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, Visio) Google Earth and Adobe Pro. ? Ability to read and interpret underground and aerial telecom facilities records on maps and fielding notes. ? Associates degree or Certificate in AutoCAD or MicroStation. ? Associates degree or ESRI Technical Certification. ? Experience with GIS based design platforms. ? The ability to convey GIS/spatial information to non-GIS/technical people. ? Analytical Skills - The ability to solve problems using the GIS suite of tools. ? Research various websites for GIS data applicable to each project. ? Ability to pay close attention to detail and make sound decisions using information at hand. ? Strong Verbal and Written communication skills. JOB DUTIES: ? Performs complex drafting duties and assignments of limited scope. ? Follows standard organizational practices and guidelines. ? Solves problems of somewhat complex nature and assists less-experienced employees with solving problems and resolving issues. ? Prepares custom maps and diagrams from GIS data. ? Meet with users to define data needs, project requirements, required outputs, or to develop applications. ? Conduct Research to locate and obtain existing databases. ? Gather, analyze, and integrate spatial data from staff and determine how best the information can be displayed using GIS. ? Compile geographic data from a variety of sources including censuses, field observation, satellite imagery, aerial photographs, and existing maps. ? Analyze spatial data for geographic statistics to incorporate into documents and reports. ? Design and update database, applying additional knowledge of spatial feature representations. ? Analyze geographic relationships among varying types of data. ? Prepare metadata and other documentation. ? Move, copy, delete, and add files, drawings, and maps to output reports in hard copy or electronic transfer. ? Provides GIS (Geographic Information Systems) analysis and services to all departments. ? Convert electronic files to PDF and upload to File Management Database. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS: Requires High school degree and 4+years job-related experience or degree in related field. A combination of education and applicable work experience may be acceptable.

Keywords: Crossfire Consulting, West Des Moines , OSP-GIS Engineer, Engineering , West Des Moines, Iowa