geographic information systems (GIS) technologist

At Hydro we work to foster positive work-life balance and offer remote or hybrid working arrangements for some positions based on the nature of work being performed and an assessment of other relevant factors.Opportunities, Growth, Job Satisfaction...Join the Hydro Team.­GIS SpecialistCompetition #: NLH-NR-26-046Status: PermanentLocation: St. John'sOur employees are at the heart of what we do. We're looking for passionate and performance focused people - people who want to make a difference for our customers and who share our values.­Key Responsibilities:Receive, triage, document, and complete GIS service requests such as map production, data updates, training support, technical support, contractor access support, and application/data troubleshooting;Create, maintain, validate, and document geospatial datasets, metadata, attributes, schemas, and related quality-control processes to keep business-critical GIS information accurate and current;Produce maps, web maps, dashboards, and spatial analyses that communicate asset, field, environmental, access, inspection, construction, and planning information in a clear and usable format;Support ArcGIS tools and applications, including ArcGIS Online/Hub, Survey123, Dashboards, Experience Builder, ArcGIS Pro, mobile GIS apps, and related NL Hydro GIS service portals;Work with engineering, operations, field crews, contractors, project managers, and internal customers to understand requirements, translate needs into GIS outputs, and explain results to technical and non-technical audiences;Apply GIS standards, naming conventions, data access controls, documentation practices, and continuous-improvement ideas that improve the reliability and value of NL Hydro GIS services;Collect, compile, edit, convert, and integrate GIS data from field observations, drawings, spreadsheets, surveys, imagery, as-built records, and other authoritative sources;Perform spatial analysis, data validation, topology checks, attribute review, and map production to support capital projects, asset management, inspections, access planning, emergency response, and stakeholder reporting;Configure, maintain, and publish web maps, hosted feature layers, Survey123 forms, dashboards, and Experience Builder / Hub content for internal GIS service delivery;Create clear cartographic products and visualizations for field use, technical review, management reporting, public or stakeholder communication, and project documentation;Provide first-level GIS support and coaching to internal users, including account requests, access questions, software/app use, data interpretation, and service request follow-up;Maintain GIS documentation, data dictionaries, service request notes, workflow records, and reusable templates that improve consistency and continuity;Coordinate with IT, business units, contractors, and GIS administrators on access, licensing, security, data sharing, and application support matters.What We're Looking For:Strong written and oral communication skills;Strong interpersonal skills to foster effective working relationships with members of various teams;Excellent analytical skills and problem solving abilities.What You'll Need:Diploma or degree in Geographic Information Systems, Geomatics, Geography, Environmental Science, Engineering Technology, Computer Science, or a related discipline; equivalent combinations of education and directly related experience may be considered;Experience creating, maintaining, analyzing, and publishing GIS data and maps in an enterprise or operational environment;Demonstrated competence with Esri GIS tools such as ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online; experience with Survey123, Dashboards, Experience Builder, Hub, or mobile GIS applications is an asset.Ability to manage tabular and spatial data, apply quality-control checks, troubleshoot data issues, and create clear maps/reports for business users;Basic understanding of Microsoft Word and Excel;Must be willing to work highly remote

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Aug 28, 2026