GIS TECHNICAL ASSISTANT

GIS TECHNICAL ASSISTANT

WINNIPEG, MB

Manitoba Hydro is consistently recognized as one of Manitoba's Top Employers!

Great Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Defined-benefit pension plan.
• Nine-day work cycle which normally results in every other Monday off, providing for a balanced approach to work, family life and community.
• Flex-time and partially remote work schedule (providing the option to work remotely 3 days per 2 week period), depending on nature of work, operational requirements and work location.

Manitoba Hydro is a leader among energy companies in North America, recognized for providing highly reliable service and exceptional customer satisfaction. Join our team of Manitoba's best as we continue to build a company that supports innovation, commitment, and customer service, while actively supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace.

We are looking for a GIS Technical Assistant. Under the general direction of the Gas Stations Engineer, you will coordinate and/or perform the administration, population, maintenance, storage, acceptance, and dissemination of eGIS databases of land base and gas distribution assets. From this data, you will produce and maintain a wide variety of complex distribution-related drawings. Most work is done using the GE Smallworld Core and Design Manager software, AutoCAD and FME. You will provide functional guidance to GIS personnel.

Responsibilities:

• Review, identify, and update areas in the Geospatial land base system that require maintenance as it relates to the Dominion Government land survey system (DGSS). GE Smallworld Core software to be utilized and updated for all GE Smallworld platform users.
• Insert and georeference consultant drawings and/or other land base using FME or SOM tools for gas and electric design.
• Liaise with Gas/Electric engineering and construction staff, field staff, public utilities, and others to obtain or supply pertinent information on existing or proposed distribution plant to facilitate accurate drawing preparation and eGIS Distribution database maintenance.
• Maintain accuracy of electric and gas distribution system data in the eGIS Distribution databases.
• Gather geospatial, imagery, and asset data to create data sets and maps.
• Create, edit, and manipulate data sets in a GIS environment using GE Smallworld and FME.
• Assign work to technical staff and monitor work quality, quantity, accuracy, and consistency.
• Perform conflict resolution and network integrity checks on gas and electric distribution assets.
• Train new GIS personnel in the use of eGIS, GE Smallworld Core and Design Manager, AutoCAD, and FME, and in the knowledge of gas distribution systems and land base information.
• Assist with finalizing as-builts of facility, pipeline and crossing drawings. Ensure drawings and GIS representation follow Manitoba Hydro electric and gas drafting standards by working closely with Gas Engineering & Construction staff.
• Run specialized system applications/programs (Cathodic Section Traces, New Customer Service Tee).
• Identify and/or test eGIS Distribution system fixes and enhancements.
• Respond to emergency mapping and information requests and special inquiries.
• Represent the Gas GIS Section on various related committees and working groups as required.

Qualifications:

• A diploma in Geomatics Technology or Civil Technology specializing in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Technology from an institute of recognized standing and a minimum of three years of directly related experience.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of data creation, geoprocessing, databases, and metadata maintenance.
• Demonstrated understanding of different geographic datasets, including shapefiles, raster, and geodatabases.
• Demonstrated knowledge of distribution system terminology, symbology, standards, and equipment.
• Demonstrated ability of assembling cadastral data and preparing detailed and accurate land base plans.
• Demonstrated ability of assembling technical data and preparing detailed plans of the distribution system with accuracy and precision.
• Demonstrated specialized skills in using a personal computer and associated support hardware and software, in particular GE Smallworld Core and Design Manager, AutoCAD, FME and ESRI ArcGIS Pro.
• Working knowledge of fundamental mathematics, in particular, geometry and trigonometry.
• Ability to produce professional quality drawings in an electronic drawing format.
• Knowledge of the requirements and specifications of CSA, Canadian Transportation Agency, Railways, MTI, and Manitoba Hydro Distribution Standards.
• Demonstrated ability in interpersonal communication, work planning, and coordination.
• Possess a valid Province of Manitoba Class 5 Driver's Licence.

Salary Range

Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The range for the classification is $34.80-$48.16 Hourly, $66,691.04-$92,279.98 Annually.

Apply Now!

Visit www.hydro.mb.ca/careers to learn more about this position and to apply online.

The deadline for applications is DECEMBER 3, 2024.

We thank you for your interest and will contact you if you are selected for an interview.

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