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Leidos

GIS Technician

Leidos

. Use GIS/CAD software to support electric distribution projects and data maintenance for higher complexity and priority projects .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeRaleigh • North Carolina • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $42,640 - $45,760 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Proficient in GIS and CAD software for electric distribution projects, with strong communication skills and the ability to work in both field and office environments. Experience in data maintenance, manipulation, and collaboration with utility clients is essential.

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GIS Software ExperienceCAD Software ExperienceProficiency in MS OfficeExcellent Communication SkillsAbility to Work in Outdoor Environments

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Hard Skills
GIS Data ManipulationData MaintenanceElectric Distribution ProjectsField Work ExperienceAgile Team Environment
Soft Skills
Verbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationCollaboration
Tools & Technologies
Small WorldEsri SuiteArcMapArcGISArcSDEArcIMSArcWeb ServicesArcGIS ServerQGISMicroStation
Certifications & Qualifications
GIS Certification Program Enrollment
Industry Keywords
Client StandardsUtility ClientsStorm SupportField DocumentationWork Management Logs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Use GIS/CAD software to support electric distribution projects and data maintenance for higher complexity and priority projects
  • Reference as-builts, work management logs, and other documentation to update GIS data reflecting electric distribution construction completed in the field
  • Identify data inconsistencies and communicate with appropriate resources to provide accurate data updates to client systems
  • Obtain and manipulate GIS data at state and municipality level
  • Work in an Agile team environment
  • Interface with local clients
  • Interact with Substation, Protection & Controls, and Civil Structural disciplines
  • Partner with a variety of utility clients nationwide
  • Perform storm support and occasional office visits as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Requires 30 credit hours completed in GIS-related program at an accredited university, OR a bachelor's of science degree plus enrollment in a GIS certification program, OR high school diploma plus 2 years of applicable work experience in a GIS-related field
  • Knowledge of Client Standards preferred
  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills
  • Willingness to perform both field and office work
  • Overnight travel may be required (10-20% travel)
  • Ability to work in outdoor environments
  • Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Visio, Outlook, etc.) required
  • GIS software experience in one or more programs required: Small World, Esri Suite (ArcMap, ArcGIS, ArcSDE, ArcIMS, ArcWeb services, ArcGIS Server), or QGIS
  • CAD software experience in one or more programs: Bentley Systems (MicroStation), Autodesk (AutoCAD, Maya, Civil 3D)
  • Position is within 50 miles of the Durham office
  • Selected candidate must work through a temp agency for 6 months before potential conversion to a direct Leidos employee

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Flexible work hours/work arrangements
  • Technical & Non-Technical Training Opportunities
  • Leadership Opportunities
  • Mentorship & Training Opportunities
  • Opportunity to Lead, Grow, and Inspire a Dynamic Team
  • Career development and growth opportunities
  • Work-from-home role
  • Potential conversion to a direct Leidos employee after 6 months through a temp agency