GIS Technician

Job Summary

Maintains and supports the Water and Power departments Geographic Information System (GIS). Performs high level work in the maintenance of the utility's enterprise GIS and other integrated systems. Creates and maintains maps and other information products. Collect field information using GPS for the Water and Power Department.

The salary range for this position is $27.88 - $39.04 per hour with a hiring range of $27.88 - $33.46
, depending on qualifications and experience. This opportunity will be available to applicants until Monday, March 2, 2026, at 12:00 P.M. M.S.T. A current resume is required, and a cover letter is preferred. Please view our video Working at Loveland to learn more about our exceptional Loveland community and the benefits of working for the City.

• Creates or updates electric, water, wastewater, broadband and other GIS features based on construction drawings and/or field data.
• Maintains connectivity and integrity of utility's geometric networks.
• Collect field data using GPS equipment.
• Creates and maintains professional maps and other information products as requested.
• Research historical documents for asset details.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• There are no supervisor or manager expectations.

Experience:

• Required:
  
  1 Year working experience using ArcGIS software performing GIS data maintenance.
• Preferred: 1 Year working experience editing an ArcFM geodatabase.
• Preferred: 1 Year working experience reading and interpreting construction plans.

Education:

• Required:
  
  2 Years/Associate Degree in GIS, Geography, Civil Engineering or related field
• Preferred: 4 Years/Bachelors Degree in GIS, Geography, Civil Engineering or related field

An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may substitute for education requirements on a year for year basis.

• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• GIS certification desired.

• Working knowledge of editing GIS data with current version of Esri's ArcGIS.
• Knowledge of editing geometric networks.
• Knowledge of editing in a versioned geodatabase environment.
• Ability to read and interpret utility construction plans.
• Skilled in the use of GIS data in the creation of professional maps and other information products.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Frequent:
  Light to moderate physical effort that includes frequent standing or walking or maintaining arms and hands in the same position for repetitive tasks. Frequently works with light objects and light hand tools.

• Occasional:
  Exposure to hazards that are predictable or well protected against.
• Occasional:
  Exposure to heat and noise along with working outside in the elements.

• Two (2) Medical plans, Dental, Vision (for self/ spouse/ children)
• A Dedicated, exclusive Employee Health and Wellness Center
• Discounted Chilson Center passes
• Paid vacation, holidays, floating holidays, and medical leave
• Flexible spending including Dependent Care
• Life Insurance, AD&DD, Short-term and Long-term disability, and voluntary Critical Illness Coverage
• Retirement 401a, 457, Roth (pre-& post tax) and company match
• A Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary 529 College Invest program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Personal and Professional Development opportunities
• Employee Recognition Program
• Exceptional work-life balance
• Market based pay & regular performance reviews
• Local Government employment is eligible for Public Loan Forgiveness Program

Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

City of Loveland job descriptions are designed to describe the general nature and level of work necessary to perform well in the job; they are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, and qualifications. City of Loveland job descriptions may be updated periodically, and additional activities, duties or responsibilities may be assigned by management as deemed appropriate.

The City of Loveland provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law.

The City of Loveland participates in E-Verify. In accordance with E-Verify requirements, upon your date of hire the City of Loveland will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. E-Verify Notice of Participation. Learn more about your right to work. Visit E-Verify.gov for more information.

Hybrid Remote Work Eligibility:
This position may be eligible for up to two days per week working remotely. Probationary…