Gis Technician @ Actalent

Location: Birmingham, AL (Hybrid/Remote after training)

Make an Impact on Critical Utility Infrastructure

Are you passionate about geospatial technology and data accuracy? Join a leading utility organization where you'll play a key role in maintaining and improving the digital representation of the electrical distribution network that powers communities every day.As a GIS Technician, you'll leverage ESRI ArcGIS technology to manage, analyze, and maintain geospatial data for electric distribution assets. Working alongside engineering, operations, and field teams, you'll help ensure accurate system mapping that supports grid reliability, future infrastructure planning, and operational excellence. This position offers comprehensive training, long-term career growth, and the opportunity to transition into a highly specialized utility GIS environment.

What You'll Do

GIS Data Management & Mapping

• Maintain and update geospatial data for electric distribution assets, including poles, transformers, conductors, switches, and meters within an ESRI GIS environment.
• Ensure GIS records accurately reflect current field conditions, system modifications, and planned infrastructure improvements.
• Create and maintain detailed maps, schematics, and GIS products that support engineering, planning, operations, and field personnel.
• Manage spatial data layers and associated asset attributes using ArcGIS and ArcGIS Pro.

Data Quality & Validation

• Conduct routine audits and quality assurance reviews to maintain data integrity and accuracy.
• Identify, investigate, and resolve mapping discrepancies and data inconsistencies.
• Ensure GIS data complies with established standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Collaboration & Analysis

• Partner with field crews to incorporate GPS and mobile-collected data into GIS databases.
• Support outage management, asset tracking, system planning, and reliability initiatives through GIS analysis and visualization.
• Assist engineering and operations teams in evaluating network expansions, upgrades, and system improvements.
• Utilize Microsoft Office and related software to prepare reports, document findings, and communicate project updates.

Additional Responsibilities

• Support mapping and design-related activities using CAD software when applicable.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to meet project objectives and deadlines.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Experience using ESRI ArcGIS for creating, editing, and maintaining geospatial data.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One of the following:
• Bachelor's degree in Geography, GIS, Geospatial Sciences, or a related field;
• GIS Certificate; or
• Minimum of 2 years of professional GIS experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Ability to analyze and reconcile geospatial information from multiple data sources.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of electric utility or power distribution systems.
• Experience with ArcGIS Pro.
• Experience using CAD software.
• Prior utility industry experience.
• Understanding of GIS quality control standards and procedures.
• Interest in developing a long-term career within the utility and geospatial technology industry.

Why Join Us?

• Hybrid/Remote flexibility following initial onsite training.
• Opportunity to support a large-scale electric utility serving critical infrastructure.
• Hands-on experience with industry-leading GIS and mapping technologies.
• Exposure to engineering, utility operations, and infrastructure planning.
• Strong potential for long-term career growth and advancement.
• Collaborative environment where your work directly contributes to grid reliability and operational success.

Work Environment

The role begins with a comprehensive three-month onsite training program at our Birmingham-area headquarters. Following successful completion of training, employees primarily work remotely, with occasional onsite visits for meetings, project support, or additional training.To support periodic in-office collaboration, candidates must reside within approximately 50 miles of the Birmingham, AL office.If you're looking to build a rewarding career at the intersection of technology, mapping, and critical infrastructure, we'd love to hear from you. Join a team where your GIS expertise helps power the future.

Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Birmingham, AL.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $24.00 - $28.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision

Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 11, 2026.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Birmingham,AL.About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Massachusetts Lie Detector

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.