GIS / Field Technician

Department: Engineering
Reports To: Township Engineer
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt 

Salary Range: $51,349 to $56,484 DOE

College Township is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented GIS / Field Technician to support the Township’s engineering and infrastructure management efforts. This role is ideal for early-career GIS professionals eager to gain hands-on field and technical experience while contributing to meaningful public service and community development.

As a GIS / Field Technician, you will support mapping, inspection, field data collection, and project documentation for Township facilities and infrastructure. You will also serve as a key resource to the Township Engineer by assisting with permits, reports, mapping, and survey-related field duties.

Key Responsibilities

• Utilize ESRI software to prepare and update GIS mapping for Township facilities and infrastructure.
• Use handheld GPS data collectors to update inventories of stormwater facilities, street signs, street trees, and water system features.
• Assist with the preparation of permits, reports, maps, and bid documents for roadway and stormwater projects.
• Perform inspections of roadway, stormwater, and utility installations and prepare daily inspection reports.
• Inspect existing stormwater management facilities and prepare condition reports.
• Communicate with contractors regarding work standards, progress, and quality of completed work.
• Use Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint to prepare documentation and reports.
• Assist with various field duties, including surveying and field measurements.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with major coursework in GIS database maintenance, mapping, or a related field.
• Minimum of one (1) year of GIS-related experience preferred but not required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of ESRI software.
• Knowledge of GPS handheld data collection, downloading, and post-processing.
• Understanding of general infrastructure construction.
• Ability to plan daily activities, work independently, and manage time effectively.
• Strong ability to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, contractors, and the public.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts clearly.

Certifications

• A valid Pennsylvania driver’s license required.

To apply, please mail the completed application, letter of interest and resume to: 
 
 College Township
 Attention: Human Resources
 1481 E. College Ave.,
 State College, PA, 16801 

Or email the same documents to: aarmenta@collegetownship.org

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. 

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College Township is an equal opportunity employer.