GIS Technician

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves:
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GIS Technician - Alaska Business Group

• Conduct spatial analyses and prepare maps using ArcGIS.
• Organize and manage files and data.
• Perform data input and editing of spatial and tabular data using ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online.
• Support field data collection using mobile GIS/GPS equipment
• Follow documented technical procedures.
• Interface/communicate with multiple project managers and task leads.
• Perform other duties as needed.

• Bachelor's degree in Geography, Planning, Engineering, Natural Science or closely related field, or a combination of education and relevant experience.
• Demonstrated cartographic and graphic design skills.
• Love of map and map-making!

The job includes significant thematic map production to support environmental documents and permit applications, so candidates with strong graphic design and cartographic skills with the ability to clearly communicate spatial information in maps and figures will have preference in hiring.

• Associates degree in Geography, Planning, Engineering, Natural Science or closely related field, or a combination of education and relevant experience.
• Practical experience with editing, database development, and map production in ArcGIS.
• Experienced with Microsoft 365 Apps.
• Requires attention to detail, reliability, and ability to work with a team.
• Good written and oral communication skills a plus.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Business Class:
Geospatial (GIS)

Full-time

Regular

Feb 10, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employee. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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