GIS Technologist
Who We Are:
GrandBridge Corporation is an investment holding company dedicated to driving growth and innovation through our fully owned subsidiaries, GrandBridge Energy Inc., and GrandBridge Group Inc.
GrandBridge Energy Inc. is a leading provider of innovative energy solutions, committed to delivering reliable and sustainable energy to our customers. GrandBridge Group Inc. offers a wide range of energy services through its divisions: Netoptiks, which provides cutting-edge telecommunications solutions, and Enersure, which ensures our customers' homes are comfortable and energy-efficient with home comfort rentals.
Our team of dedicated professionals are committed to helping our communities navigate the transition towards a dynamic and evolving energy landscape. The principles and beliefs that guide our operations are deeply rooted in our values. Join us in our mission to shape the future of energy.
What We Offer:
- Employer Paid Benefits Package
- OMERS Pension Plan
- Training and Educational Reimbursement Programs
- Professional Development & Career Opportunities
- Wellness Resources & Healthy Lifestyle Incentives
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Opportunities for Community Involvement
What You Will Do:
The GIS Technologist plays a key role in maintaining and improving the accuracy of GrandBridge Energy’s Geographic Information System (GIS) environment, primarily within Esri ArcGIS and AutoCAD Map 3D. This position focuses on the ongoing editing, validation, maintenance, and quality assurance of distribution asset and mapping data used across Operations and Engineering teams.
This role is responsible for creating and updating digital maps, managing spatial and non-spatial data, performing field verification checks, and ensuring the integrity and reliability of GIS records and related systems. The GIS Technologist supports daily operational needs through accurate data maintenance, map production, troubleshooting, and collaboration with internal departments and external stakeholders. This position will report to our Brantford Location.
- Create, edit, maintain, and validate GIS mapping and distribution asset data within Esri ArcGIS and AutoCAD Map 3D environments.
- Assists in database management in all GIS related databases; Oracle, Access, and SQL Server
- Perform quality assurance and quality control checks on GIS data to ensure accuracy, consistency, and completeness.
- Develop, deploy and maintain Esri mobile Apps to support Operations and Engineering teams.
- Coordinate and process GPS data and general field data collection and perform field checks on utility assets to ensure accuracy of GIS systems
- Administer electronic map usage and resolve map discrepancies.
- Coordinate with third-party consultants, municipalities, and utility agencies regarding mapping updates, asset changes, data enhancements, reports, and GIS-related corporate projects.Provide vendors with software supply and support contracts, and to resolve issues as they arise with respect to both hardware and software.
- Coordinate and implement activities for the conversion, from various manual and electronic records.
- Perform weekly, or as needed, data conversion into the Outage Management System, including any troubleshooting and data clean-up.
- Provide leadership in the development of change management initiatives, staff training, and enhancements.
- Liaise with ITS department, Autodesk, and other consultants for support of GIS.
- Participate in interdepartmental meetings to provide GIS insight and solutions for various organization tasks
- Research and recommend improvements upon current GIS programs and reporting tools generated from the GIS
- Stay current with GIS technologies and industry best practices to support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Assist with documentation of work processes within the GIS and greater Grid Modernization department
- Work with spatial and non-spatial attributes through different departments and systems to generate maps and reports
- Provide training and documentation support to Operations and Engineering teams for programs and projects
What You Will Bring:
- 3-Year Community College diploma in Geographical Information System or Engineering/Electrical Technician with GIS experience, or equivalent training and experience is required.
- Two years GIS experience in Esri ArcGIS and AutoCAD Map 3D required.
- Knowledge of GIS systems, ArcGIS, FME, and SQL queries.
- Basic understanding of programming or scripting languages such as Python, Arcade, HTML, or JavaScript is considered an asset.
- Knowledge of electrical fundamentals, distribution system configuration, and equipment.
- Demonstrates good understanding of system integration between GIS and OMS, ADMS, CIS and MDM systems
- Project Management and training experience.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.
- Valid Class G Driver’s License with a clean driving record.
GrandBridge Corporation
39 Glebe Street, P. O. Box 1060
Cambridge, Ontario N1R 5X6
Check us out at https://grandbridgeenergy.com/; https://netoptiks.com/; https://enersure.com
Kindly note, we do not entertain unsolicited referrals or resumes from third-party agencies or recruiters for our job postings.
We appreciate the opportunity to review all resumes, however due to volume, only those under consideration will be contacted. Any personal information submitted will be managed in accordance with the requirements of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used only to determine eligibility for employment.
GrandBridge Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is AODA compliant.
