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Hydrology GIS Technician

Aerial Services Inc.
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Job Title: Hydrology GIS Technician

Location: Fully Remote

Duration: 3-6 months between January 2025 and June 2025

Job Type: Temporary, Internship, and Part-time positions available

Compensation: $17-$22/hr.

Job Description:

The ideal candidate will have 1+ years of hands-on experience using ArcGIS Pro and will demonstrate proficiency in interpreting elevation-derived terrain maps and creating and modifying vector datasets. Experience with hydrologic mapping and an understanding of the properties of hydrologic flow are essential for this role.

As a GIS Technician, you will support our team by performing spatial analysis, creating maps, editing data, and assisting with various GIS-related projects. You will work closely with other GIS specialists to deliver high-quality results in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

  • Interpret and analyze elevation-derived terrain maps to assist with hydrological feature creation.
  • Perform basic hydrologic analysis, including understanding and applying principles of surface water flow, watershed delineation, and floodplain mapping.
  • Assist in preparing spatial analysis, visualizations, and reports for internal and client-facing projects.
  • Support data collection, quality assurance, and data management efforts for ongoing GIS projects.
  • Provide general GIS support for mapping, spatial analysis, and database management as needed.
  • Collaborate with other team members to ensure that GIS data is integrated properly with other project workflows.

 

Required Qualifications

  • 1+ years of experience working with ArcGIS Pro, including creating and editing geospatial data and conducting spatial analysis.
  • Demonstrated experience interpreting elevation-derived terrain maps.
  • Strong attention to detail and the ability to produce high-quality, accurate GIS products.
  • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
  • Ability to communicate technical information clearly and effectively in both written and oral formats. 
  • Remote work setup including Windows 10 or 11 PC with 2k (QHD - 2560x1440) monitor or better.
  • Legally employable in the United States without sponsorship. Onboarding will include identity verification through E-Verify.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Understanding basic hydrologic mapping, including concepts such as surface flow, watershed delineation, and hydrologic modeling for 3DHP and NHD data creation.
  • ESRI Certifications.
  • Familiarity with environmental and geospatial project workflows.
  • Experience with automation including keyboard shortcuts and GIS scripting (Python, ModelBuilder) to automate workflows.
  • Familiarity with metadata standards and best practices for GIS data management.
  • A background in environmental science, geography, geology, or a related field.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office software including Teams.

 

To apply, please email careers@aerialservicesinc.com with your resume and a cover letter. Phone calls will not be accepted.