Technical Cartographer
7 days ago
Surprise, Arizona, United States
Wyyerd Group LLC
Full time
Job Title: Technical CartographerAbout the Role:
We are seeking a skilled Technical Cartographer to join our team at Wyyerd Group LLC. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for creating accurate and detailed maps and drawings using various software applications.
Responsibilities:
- Create high-quality maps and drawings using AutoCAD and other GIS software;
- Work closely with project teams to develop designs and schematics for projects;
- Verify that drawings are accurate and follow industry codes;
- Modify existing drawings to reflect necessary changes;
- Maintain and create company standard drawing documents;
- Design and implement applications for accessing and analyzing spatial data;
- Perform GIS troubleshooting activities and implements corrective action;
- Works with data sets, CAD conversions, map creations, and database management for utility distribution GIS mapping projects;
- Design or develops databases that include geographic or topographic data;
- Uses GIS and database applications to model utility distribution systems;
- Monitors mapping work or the updating of maps to ensure accuracy;
- Produces or updates overlay maps to show information boundaries and utility locations;
- Checks all layers of maps to ensure accuracy;
- Determines scales, line sizes, or colors to be used for hard copies of computerized maps;
- Identifies and compiles database information to create maps in response to requests;
- Analyzes aerial photographs to detect and interpret significant industrial, resource, or topographical data;
- Enters Global Positioning System (GPS) data into geographic information system (GIS) workstations;
- Compiles and digitizes utility construction as-builts and other documents;
- Candidate should have 2 years' experience using AutoCAD.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in a technical field or equivalent years of experience utilizing AutoCAD;
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite;
- General understanding of ArcGIS software;
- Experience with 3-GIS software;
- Knowledge of Python and SQL programming languages;
- Understanding of popular projections and coordinate systems;
- Experience with QGIS software.
Estimated Salary:
$85,000 - $110,000 per year, depending on experience.