Landpoint

Land surveying, aerial data, GIS services

GIS Technician 2 – Utility Pole Program Lead

Data ManagementPosted on Nov 11

Full-timeFort Worth, TX, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience processing utility data, GIS datasets, or pole inventory/joint-use programs.
In-depth knowledge of surveying principles, techniques, and procedures.
Problem-solving and organizational skills.
Strong communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

Coordinate with field crews collecting pole inventory and utility infrastructure data.
Develop and distribute field data collection packages and project instructions.
Provide ongoing support to field personnel regarding data collection requirements and standards.
Track project progress and field data submission status.
Process field data in Katapult Pro workflows, including pole modeling, attachment identification, and field verification review.
Validate field photos and measurements to ensure pole loading analysis requirements are met.
Review pole inventory data to confirm attachment ownership and pole characteristics.
Analyze joint-use attachment data, including telecommunications and cable infrastructure.
Ensure collected data meets utility and engineering requirements for pole loading analysis and design.
Manage and process data in Katapult Pro, ESRI Field Maps, GIS systems, and CAD or mapping software as required.
Maintain organized project data repositories and ensure proper version control.
Perform quality checks on incoming field data, including photo documentation, GPS data, and asset attributes.
Identify discrepancies or missing data and coordinate corrections with field crews.
Ensure deliverables meet internal quality-control standards and client specifications.
Work with Project Managers to ensure project schedules and deliverables are met.
Provide technical support to field crews collecting pole inventory data.
Review incoming field data daily to identify missing attributes, incorrect measurements, or documentation gaps.
Coordinate data corrections and re-collection when necessary.
Process data in the office and collaborate with survey teams.

Desired Qualifications

Experience supporting electric utility infrastructure projects.
Experience working with pole inventory or joint-use datasets.
An educational background in Land Surveying, Geomatics, or a related field.

Job Title: GIS Technician II - Utility Pole Program Lead
Department: Operations – Electric Utilities
Reports To: Senior Survey Technician/Project Manager

The GIS Technician II - Utility Pole Program Lead is responsible for managing, processing, and analyzing utility infrastructure data collected in the field for electric utility programs. This role supports pole inventory, joint-use audits, and distribution system mapping initiatives by transforming field-collected data into accurate datasets used for engineering design, asset management, and utility planning.

Working closely with field crews and project managers, the GIS Technician II reviews incoming data for accuracy, coordinates data collection requirements, and processes information within platforms such as Katapult Pro, ESRI Field Maps, GIS systems, and related software tools.

This position plays a critical role in ensuring utility infrastructure data is accurate, complete, and delivered in accordance with client standards.

Key Responsibilities

Field Data Coordination

Coordinate with field crews responsible for collecting pole inventory and utility infrastructure data.
Develop and distribute field data collection packages and project instructions.
Provide ongoing support to field personnel regarding data collection requirements and standards.
Track project progress and field data submission status.

Data Processing & Analysis

Process field data within Katapult Pro workflows including pole modeling, attachment identification, and field verification review.
Validate field photos and measurements to ensure pole loading analysis requirements are met.

Pole Inventory & Joint-Use Analysis

Review pole inventory data to confirm attachment ownership and pole characteristics.
Analyze joint-use attachment data including telecommunications and cable infrastructure.
Ensure collected data meets utility and engineering requirements for pole loading analysis and design.

Software & Data Management

Manage and process data within industry platforms including:
- Katapult Pro
- ESRI Field Maps
- GIS systems
- CAD or mapping software as required
Maintain organized project data repositories and ensure proper version control.

Quality Assurance

Perform quality checks on incoming field data including photo documentation, GPS data, and asset attributes.
Identify discrepancies or missing data and coordinate corrections with field crews.
Ensure deliverables meet internal QC standards and client specifications.

Project Coordination

Work closely with Project Managers to ensure project schedules and deliverables are met.
Provide technical support to field crews collecting pole inventory data.
Review incoming field data daily to identify missing attributes, incorrect measurements, or documentation gaps.
Coordinate data corrections and re-collection when necessary.

Qualifications

2+ years experience processing utility data, GIS datasets, or pole inventory/joint-use programs.
Experience supporting electric utility infrastructure projects preferred.
Experience working with pole inventory or joint-use datasets highly preferred.
An educational background in Land Surveying, Geomatics, or a related field is preferred.
In-depth knowledge of surveying principles, techniques, and procedures.
Problem solving and organizational skills are necessary.
Strong communication and leadership abilities.

The GIS Technician II - Utility Pole Program Lead works in the office, providing technical support and leadership in surveying operations. This role involves data processing and collaboration with survey teams.

This job description is intended to provide an overview of the responsibilities and qualifications for the GIS Technician II - Utility Pole Program Lead position. It is not an exhaustive list, and responsibilities may evolve to meet the changing needs of the organization.

About the Company

Landpoint

Land surveying, aerial data, GIS services

Landpoint provides land surveying, aerial data collection, 3D laser scanning, and geographic information systems (GIS) services for energy, industrial, commercial, and utility sectors, with a focus on large-scale linear corridor projects such as oil and gas lines, electric transmission, water conveyance, and fiber networks. It combines field data collection with GIS analysis to create maps, models, and deliverables for infrastructure projects, leveraging its TrueAtlas technology and 40 years of archived data. With nine offices across 27 states, Landpoint offers nationwide coverage and rapid access to historical information for coordinating multidisciplinary data. Its goal is to help clients design, construct, and maintain infrastructure by providing reliable geospatial data and analyses that support decision-making and project execution.

Company size: 201-500
Company stage: Debt Financing
Total funding: $17M
Headquarters: Fort Worth, TX
Founded: 1984

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