Geographic Information Systems Technician

Company Description vTech Solution Inc. is a trailblazer in the IT services domain, dedicated to crafting IT solutions that create a significant positive impact. Established in 2006, our offerings include Digital Modernization, Managed Cloud infrastructure, and Cybersecurity. We are proud to celebrate our fourth year of an 8(a) certification and continue to grow, driven by our mission to empower our customers, employees, and partners. At vTech, we promise to deliver exceptional value, expertise, and service to help you achieve your IT goals in Federal, SLED, and Commercial Organizations. Job Title: Drafter Duration: 24 months Position Type – Hybrid (Four Days onsite) Location: Atlanta, GA 30318 Job Summary We are seeking a GIS Technician with strong AutoCAD skills to support our Network Underground Services (NUS) team. This role focuses on the design, creation of specification drawings, and maintenance of underground drawings, ensuring strict adherence to departmental procedures. The GIS Technician will play a crucial role in producing engineering drawings, updating GIS data, and maintaining drawings to support both the Network Underground Design Engineer and the NUS Test Group. This position is pivotal in ensuring data accuracy and operational efficiency within our team. This position requires availability to be in the office four days a week, with flexibility to work remotely for the remainder of the week. Major Job Responsibilities • Safety First: Prioritize safety in all tasks and lead by example. • Data Management: Input, process, and maintain underground network data using GIS and AutoCAD tools. • Design and Drafting: Prepare high-quality design packages for manhole and vault and other underground facilities, ensuring compliance with company standards. • Project Coordination: Coordinate with other departments and external vendors to resolve design and material issues. • Site Visits: Conduct site visits for project assessments, including pre-construction, during construction, and post-construction phases. • Support Services: Provide support to construction services, project management, and maintenance teams. • Design Review: Participate in design review meetings and provide oversight for engineers and drafters. • Standardization Efforts: Support the company’s design criteria and standardization initiatives. • Permit Coordination: Manage business needs with municipalities around the state, including COA, GDOT, and other municipalities. • Locate Requests: Submit locate requests using Georgia 811’s online EDEN system. • Traffic Control Diagrams: Create MUTCD traffic control diagrams and location maps. Education Requirements - An associate’s degree or Certificate in GIS is preferred. - AutoCAD training, experience, or certification is required. Experience - Experience in using AutoCAD for design and drafting is required. - Experience in GIS applications is advantageous. - Experience in creating network underground designs drawings is a plus. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities -Proficiency in AutoCAD and basic GIS knowledge. -Ability to translate verbal and written information into two-dimensional drawings. -Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects. -Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. -Ability to work well in a team environment and build effective relationships. -Strong problem-solving skills and a self-starter attitude. -Must demonstrate the Southern Company Values – Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity and Superior Performance. Desired Qualifications - Experience with 3D modeling software such as Civil 3D is beneficial. - Familiarity with GIS, CYME, Permitting processes with COA and GDOT - Ability to coordinate multiple projects and manage workload effectively.