[Remote] GIS Analyst III

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Primary Talent Partners has a new contract opening for a GIS Analyst III with a large power and utilities client. The GIS Analyst provides essential geospatial and analytical support for Transmission Vegetation Management operations, ensuring safe and reliable delivery of electric power through data analysis and geospatial technologies.

Responsibilities

• The GIS Analyst for Transmission Vegetation Management is a highly specialized role that provides essential geospatial and analytical support to •••’s Transmission Vegetation Management operations
• This position is integral to ensuring safe, reliable, and cost-effective delivery of electric power by enabling informed decision-making through advanced data analysis and geospatial technologies
• The GIS Analyst is responsible for pulling and analyzing GIS data to define the scope of work for field operations, performing complex spatial analyses to deliver actionable insights, and maintaining the integrity of geospatial datasets through rigorous updates and adherence to established data standards
• By ensuring accuracy and consistency in data, the analyst safeguards the reliability of work execution systems that operational teams depend on for planning and compliance
• In addition to core responsibilities, the GIS Analyst provides technical expertise in querying and reporting data using SQL and is expected to perform ad-hoc analysis to address evolving business needs
• A strong preference is given to candidates who can leverage Python for workflow automation, enabling process efficiencies and reducing manual effort
• Proficiency in industry-standard tools such as ArcGIS, ArcMap, and geoprocessing technologies is essential, along with the ability to integrate data visualization techniques to communicate insights effectively
• The role demands a high level of problem-solving capability, attention to detail, and adaptability to support dynamic operational requirements
• Collaboration and communication are critical components of this position
• The GIS Analyst works closely with internal teams and external stakeholders, providing responsive support and resolving issues that impact operational performance
• This includes interpreting complex datasets, troubleshooting data discrepancies, and ensuring that end users can fully utilize work execution systems
• While knowledge of vegetation management practices within the utility sector is advantageous, it is not mandatory; however, the ability to quickly understand operational workflows and align geospatial solutions to business objectives is key
• Beyond technical execution, the GIS Analyst contributes to continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to enhance data processes, streamline reporting, and implement best practices across the team
• The role supports •••’s commitment to compliance with regulatory standards and plays a pivotal part in optimizing vegetation management strategies that protect infrastructure and maintain service reliability
• By combining advanced technical skills with a strong customer service orientation, the GIS Analyst ensures that data-driven solutions translate into operational success, reinforcing •••’s mission to deliver safe, reliable, and efficient electric service

Skills

• Provide essential geospatial and analytical support to Transmission Vegetation Management operations
• Pull and analyze GIS data to define the scope of work for field operations
• Perform complex spatial analyses to deliver actionable insights
• Maintain the integrity of geospatial datasets through rigorous updates and adherence to established data standards
• Ensure accuracy and consistency in data to safeguard the reliability of work execution systems
• Provide technical expertise in querying and reporting data using SQL
• Perform ad-hoc analysis to address evolving business needs
• Proficiency in industry-standard tools such as ArcGIS, ArcMap, and geoprocessing technologies
• Ability to integrate data visualization techniques to communicate insights effectively
• High level of problem-solving capability, attention to detail, and adaptability to support dynamic operational requirements
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders
• Interpret complex datasets and troubleshoot data discrepancies
• Ensure that end users can fully utilize work execution systems
• Quickly understand operational workflows and align geospatial solutions to business objectives
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to enhance data processes, streamline reporting, and implement best practices
• Leverage Python for workflow automation, enabling process efficiencies and reducing manual effort
• Knowledge of vegetation management practices within the utility sector

Benefits

• ACA-compliant supplemental package available for enrollment

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