GIS Technician or Sr GIS Technician
/ Position Code: / 134011
Division: / Corporate OKC
Location: / Oklahoma City, OK
City: / Oklahoma City
State: / OK
Category: / Land
Short Description:
Under direct supervision, creates and manipulates maps in as ESRI based GIS environment. Works closely with GIS and Land Staff to provide maps and plats as requested. May also work with Geology staff. Works closely with Lease Records staff to ensure data integrity and accurate map representation. Researches and creates lease polygons for input into geo-databases. Must understand platting and surveying methods and have attention to detail that provides accurate map representation of Company’s spatial data. Maybe asked to work on special projects that involve thematic map creation, data conversion and/or quality control. Uses map theory, including knowledge of projections and coordinate systems to perform daily work. Utilizes computer network, relational DBMS, and Internet as a source for GIS data.
Job Description:
· Research digital and paper files to determine legal descriptions for Devon’s leases and minerals.
· Use ArcMap mapping tools to digitize lease and mineral polygons and store those polygons in a spatial geo-database.
· Use ArcMap to create maps using various themes to represent data for presentation or research purposes.
· Create presentation-quality maps and plot them using large format plotting equipment.
· May be asked to create plat maps for regulatory filing.
· Research the Internet or other sources for supplemental basemap data for use in various map presentations.
· Take map requests from supervising GIS staff and/or other professionals and perform duties as assigned.
· Monitor plotters and change paper/pens as required.
· Help maintain GIS Workroom plotter supply inventory.
· Trim and splice maps as needed.
· Help with metadata documentation.
Job Requirements:
· High School diploma or equivalent.
· 3 years experience with GIS or other computer mapping technology preferred.
· May substitute some college education for experience.
· Must have proven experience with ArcMap and functional knowledge of ArcInfo.
· Must have strong computer skills, experience working in a networked environment.
· Good understanding of map and survey theory.
· Previous oil and Gas Experience is preferred.