Technician

8946 *TECHNICIAN, MAPPING I      

This entry-level position performs work under the close guidance and direction of a Mapping Technician II, Senior Mapping Technician, or the Supervisor. Interprets and maps verbal and written instructions, rough sketches, and data collected by Engineers, Planners, Estimators or Surveyors. Consults standard maps of cities, subdivision plats, railroads and highways in connection with the preparation of new maps.  Reproduces maps and revises maps as changes occur and maintains up-to-date distribution maps of Electric and Gas systems.  From data provided, may prepare base maps for job drawings. May assist in occasional reducing of field survey notes and field checking. Checks and updates both CAD maps and database attribute files with Work Order/Project designs that range in complexity from simple to moderately complex. Checks Work Order/Project designs for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to mapping standards and notifies a designated Mapping Technician II, a Senior Mapping Technician, or Supervisor.  Transfers project design landbase information to the CAD maps and database attribute files when necessary.  Maintains the customer-to-transformer link within the mapping system.  Learns the operation of the mapping software as well as how the mapping software interacts with AutoCAD. Manages Enterprise Work Asset Management system, assets and locations.  Performs other related work for which the employee is capable and qualified to safely perform as assigned. Candidates will be required to pass an oral or written examination or performance test covering the above qualifications.  An incumbent who has completed one (I) year and has successfully completed the Progression Training Requirements, will automatically progress to the Technician, Mapping II (8945) job classification.