Job Summary:

FOCUS Broadband has an opening for a GIS Technician. GIS Technician prepares, maintains, and revises maps, drawings, tracings, and databases for the Engineering Department. Utilizes Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Computer-Aided Design (CAD), and various other mapping software, Microsoft Office, to prepare layouts, construction materials lists, detail drawings, reports, and maps. Prepares working construction plans and complete drawings, working from detailed Engineering sketches. A GIS Technician will develop and maintain paper and digital filing systems for copies of engineering drawings and related materials. This opportunity includes using a third-party map system and database information required for regulatory reporting in a fast-paced, productive environment.

• Utilizes ArcGIS, CAD, Windows Office, mapping, or database systems to prepare, draft, and maintain layouts, working plans, detail drawings, maps, construction sheets, Continuing Property Records (CPRs), and other related specification sheets or required data-specific reports.
• Ensures drawings, maps, and work prints are readily accessible.
• Posts, updates, and maintains a database of maps, cable counts, CPRs, customer services descriptions and availability, and other necessary data, including 3rd Party external maps, data, and databases for regulatory reporting for FCC, Broadband, CATV Franchise, and NC811, as required as part of ongoing records maintenance, including as-builds after construction.
• Generates maps, materials lists, and work orders and distributes job packages to proper personnel.
• Interacts professionally and courteously with prospective customers, visitors, and vendors. Works positively and cooperatively with co-workers.
• Demonstrates knowledge and expertise of the company’s policies, procedures, and confidentiality guidelines and supports the company’s overall mission.
• Knowledge of computer-aided drafting design principles, practices, and mapping software, including ESRI GIS (ArcMap, NetDesigner extension), AutoCAD, and CableCAD.
• Knowledge of company policies and procedures
• Good verbal, listening, and written communication skills.
• Keeps abreast of new technologies and techniques that increase efficiency.
• Skill in prioritizing, completing multiple projects, identifying problems, and finding resolutions.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Technical degree in Drafting, GIS, or equivalent training/experience preferred.
• Strong Drafting and/or GIS technician skillsets required.
• 5-Years’ Experience using ArcGIS Desktop
• Maintains a current and valid driver’s license to perform the duties of this position.

Who is FOCUS Broadband?

FOCUS Broadband is North Carolina’s largest communications cooperative. Formerly known as ATMC, our humble roots began in 1955 when residents banded together to bring telephone service to Brunswick County for the first time. Today, our team provides high-speed fiber optic internet, Merge TV, Wireless Security, and more.

FOCUS Broadband is proud of our history and reputation for putting our customers first. FOCUS Broadband has built its reputation by providing outstanding customer service and technology. We are building a next-generation, 100% fiber-optic network in Brunswick County with planned expansions into Duplin, Columbus, Pender, Robeson, Scotland, Hoke, Bladen, Chowan, and Perquimans Counties portions.

As employees at FOCUS Broadband, our team enjoys rewarding, challenging, and exciting careers. Though we number more than 300 employees, FOCUS Broadband maintains a small company feel by letting employees know they are appreciated, valued, and recognized. Our team enjoys competitive earnings and excellent benefits, including a 401k with a company match with an additional company contribution to the 401k, an on-site clinic, a lucrative wellness program, tuition reimbursement to help with career advancement, and much more. FOCUS Broadband is a “Local Company with Local Priorities.”

Are you ready to start an exciting career with FOCUS Broadband?

FOCUS Broadband Benefits:

• Competitive Salaries
• 401k w/ Company Match
• Additional 401k Company Contribution
• Health, Dental, Vision
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Generous PTO