The Electric Utility has built an Arc/FM GIS based system to support our electrical grid and fiber communication system. We are accepting applications for the term position of GIS Technologist to aid in maintaining, contributing and completing the datasets representing the utility system as the Lethbridge Electric Utility implements the ESRI Utility Network. This work will require intensive use of Spatial Databases, Geometric Networks and a variety of other GIS and development skills.
STATUS: Full Time, Term – up to 12 months
HOURS OF WORK: 37.5 hours per week
PAY RATE: $34.91 per hour
In this role, you will: complete work that is considered highly technical and the majority of it will fall under the following areas:
- Quality Assurance of our datasets. Confirming the validity of our systems through detailed electronic drawings and paper maps
- ArcGIS/ArcFM data entry and maintenance (Including but not limited to Electrical distribution and fiber networks)
- Provide excellent customer service, instruction and technical support for users of the Arc/FM system and in-house developed systems and tools
- Complete analysis of workflows and tools that are currently deployed and contribute to the development, deployment and maintenance of new modern workflows and tools
What You Bring to the Table:
You are a resourceful self-starter and enjoy working with highly technical work. Accuracy, time management and efficiency are all factors that are required for success in this position.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Completion of some post-secondary education is required. Preference will be given to those who have completed a minimum of 2 – 3 years of an undergraduate or graduate program in a recognized university or college program, majoring in Engineering Design, GIS or Geomatics Technology
- The successful candidate will require excellent communication and documentation skills
- Previous experience would be considered an asset
- Strong understanding of ESRI’s GIS software, especially ArcMap, ArcGIS Catalog, ArcGIS Enterprise and Networking Extensions
- An understanding of geometric networks, ArcFM and multi user enterprise Geo-Database would be considered an asset
- An understanding of surveying, engineering principles, asset management and electrical systems would be an asset
- Basic understanding of RDBMS scripting, programming and ETL processes
- Understanding of databases and query languages (particularly Microsoft SQL Server, MS SQL, TSQL)
- Understanding of python scripting language (as related to geo-processing)
- Good time management skills
For further information on this opportunity, please contact:
Alaa Abdel Khaliq, Electric Data Systems Manager @ 403-320-3868 or [email protected]
Qualified candidates are invited to submit their resume with cover letter, online at: https://careers.lethbridge.ca/en/annonce/4395935-gis-technologist-t1j-0p6-lethbridge
Applicants must apply online. We are unable to accept paper copies of resumes or applications sent via email.
Closing Date: June 10, 2026 at 4:00PM MST
All applicants are thanked in advance for their interest. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.
The City of Lethbridge (www.lethbridge.ca) proudly acknowledges that we are located at the heart of Siksikaitsitapi (Blackfoot) Territory, home of Kainai, Piikani, Siksika and Amskapi Piikani (Montana, USA) First Nations. Lethbridge is also located within the Métis Nation of Alberta.
The City of Lethbridge recognizes the diversity of our community and is working to ensure programs, services, facilities, and employment opportunities are inclusive to all people.
CUPE Local 70
Pay: $34.91 per hour
Work Location: In person
