System Mapper B 5

Job Description

CLASSIFICATION: System Mapper B-5

DEPARTMENT: Gas Engineering

SECTION: Regional Engineering

REPORTS TO: Supervisor

LOCATION: Hicksville

DAYS/HOURS: 40

HOURLY WAGES: $26.62

THIS POSTING WILL ALSO BE USED TO FILL ADDITIONAL VACANCIES IN THE SAME JOB CLASSIFICATION AND WORK LOCATION THAT MAY ARISE DURING THE SELECTION PROCESS.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The primary responsibilities of the position may include, but is not limited to, the following processes within a GIS environment:

• Assist with the development and maintenance of National Grid’s GIS map that is utilized to access geographical data across downstate New York.
• Assist with mapping functions performed in the field onto the Geographic Information System with an extreme attention to detail.
• Perform a variety of analytical tasks to maintain the connectivity and structural integrity of the mapped gas facility network.
  • Record and document details of map updates, additions and/or deletions.
    Transcribe infrmation as shown on field survey map, completed work order sketch or other orders, prints, sketches, etc., into the Geographic Information System (GIS). The transcription process includes the updating of facilities and of specific data into the associated tables and fields in the GIS software.
• Prepare printed map products as required for use by National Grid.

• Must communicate effectively, follow direction, and work independently
• Experience with ESRI’S Arcmap 10.3 or higher a plus.
• Extreme attention to detail, organization, and follow-through.
• Motivation to meet or exceed internal expectations for productivity, performance, and quality.
• Ability to build strong relationships through communication and collaboration with Field Staff, Engineering and other departments to work efficiently and effectively.
• Proficiency in basic math, geometry, and mapping concepts.
• Strong analytical skills.

KNOWLEDGE & TRAINING

Maintain files and logs, plt graphs, knowledge of basic grammar, spelling, composition and business writing. In addition, specialized courses in GIS or related fields

EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:

Associates Degree in GIS or related Engineering fields, or a GIS certificate.

EXPERIENCE:

Two years in this or related work.

NOTE:

Candidates for this position will be required to take a screening test.

In addition to possessing the qualifications for this vacancy, employees selected will be expected to work overtime in accordance with departmental requirements and to participate in the Company’s Emergency Restoration Program as may be required.

Please be advised that due to the nature of this position, incumbents are subject to US Department of Transportation ("DOT") safety regulations.

National Grid is an equal opportunity employer that values a broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience and expertise. We foster a culture of inclusion that drives employee engagement to deliver superior performance to the communities we serve. National Grid is proud to be an affirmative action employer. We encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to join the National Grid team.