GIS Technician

 

Benefits

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• Disability insurance
• Extended health care

 

Full job description

About LGL Limited

LGL Limited, considered one of North America’s premier ecological research and consulting firms, is accepting applications for the position of a GIS Technician in our Sidney, BC office. We provide leading-edge, science-based solutions to a diversity of clients in Canada, the U.S.A., and beyond. The successful candidate will work as a member of our office-based teams to fulfill project obligations. The successful candidate will be pursuing a career in GIS, consistent with the following qualifications and experience.

Position Summary

The GIS Technician serves as a technical expert for geospatial/statistical/modelling analysis and application development projects. They are responsible for supporting Senior Analysts and Biologists with complex analytical elements of projects working as part of a multi-disciplinary team, providing strategic direction and management oversight across projects to ensure delivery of high-quality results.

What You Will Do

• Produce high-quality spatial deliverables via analysis and modeling of large datasets in a GIS environment
• Assist with proposals, budgets and project plans for new business pursuits
• Work with project managers to create, proof, maintain, and document complex databases to support analytical operations
• Identify opportunities to improve workflows, automate processes, and introduce new technologies
• Support multiple concurrent projects, including all project stages from planning and design to delivery, training, and documentation
• Review data quality, integrity, and security across all analytical/hardware/software systems
• Occasional field work may be required depending on project needs
• Other duties as assigned

What You Will Bring

• Post-secondary degree in GIS with a geography/Earth sciences focus, or advanced diploma in GIS from a technical school.
• 2- 5 years of experience in a GIS Technician or specialist role
• Proficient with ArcGIS (ArcMap, ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online) and its associated tools and extensions (e.g., Spatial Analyst, 3D Analyst).
• Experience in GIS software development/programing including ModelBuilder, Python, Arcade, .NET, and web development tools.
• Proficient with MS Office (Excel, Access, Word, Outlook).

What We Will Provide

• A competitive salary
• Extended healthcare benefits and access to long-term disability coverage
• A progressive vacation policy
• Contributions towards an RRSP and professional certifications
• Career growth through mentorship, structured and informal professional development, and peer relationships
• A safe and respectful workplace

Additional Requirements

• Eligible to work in Canada
• Able to work at a desk in front of a computer for an extended period
• This position is based in Sidney BC and will require an in-person presence

Application Information:

If this dynamic opportunity within a growing organization sounds like a great fit for you, please apply with your resume and cover letter. For more information on this position, please review the full job description.