Pipeline GIS Technician - Remote (Level 1 - Junior)

Integrity Plus, a subsidiary of MISTRAS Group Inc. is a leader in developing data management and integrity management solutions for the oil and gas pipeline industry. These pipelines transport natural gas and hazardous liquid petroleum products throughout the US and the world. The company develops desktop, web and mobile applications that help pipeline operators manage information about pipeline assets and ensure safe operation. The company supports these implementations and applications with professional services that include pipeline risk analysis, data conversion, data migration and consulting.

The Pipeline GIS Technician Level 1 responsible for presenting and working with data in a spatial and tabular environment. This position is for established GIS professionals that want to transition into the fascinating world of oil and gas. The support provided by this role helps pipeline companies deliver cost affordable energy to the nation while maintaining their outstanding record of safety performance.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES/ACTIVITIES:

• Support clients in Data Management (Perform the following tasks and Quality Control efforts): 
  • Read and interpret pipeline industry data sources: construction drawings, strip maps, material, and inspection records
  • Work with industry data models including PODS and UPDM
  • Work with industry standard technology such as ArcGIS Pipeline Referencing (APR)
  • Capture, convert, and reconcile pipeline data
  • Interpret pipeline spatial and technical data, designs, or preliminary specifications
  • Create, manage, and edit feature classes and spatial data (surrounding structures, road crossings, waterways crossings, and other foreign pipeline or utility crossings)
  • Work with different geographic projections and coordinate systems
• Provide clients high-level industry expertise in GIS integration, documentation, and implementation
• Technical writing supporting client deliverables
• Maintain the Integrity Plus standard for quality deliverables
• Meet continuing education requirements as assigned
• Assist with other project tasks as requested
• Compliance with company policies and procedures
• Other responsibilities as identified by the Integrity Plus Team

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in GIS, science, technology degree or similar
• Demonstrable GIS experience (minimum of 1 years GIS experience)
  • ArcGIS Pro 3.0 or Higher or equivalent GIS Experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Access, etc.)
• Knowledge of APR Desirable
• Previous experience with Pipeline GIS desirable
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Access, etc.)

MISTRAS strives to provide a positive work environment that values excellence in safety and quality, free from discrimination and harassment. Every MISTRAS employee plays a part in our Company’s success and making this a great place to work. We are committed to a work place where all employees are free to raise issues, concerns and questions for the improvement of our operations and work environment. Safety is the overriding priority in everything we do; all duties critical to safety, quality, and environmental protection are carried out in compliance with all requirements and with personal accountability.

Note to Applicants: 

Smoking is prohibited in all indoor areas of the Company unless designated smoking areas have been established by a particular location in accordance with applicable state and local law. 

Note to Rhode Island Applicants: The company is subject to Chapters 29-38 of Title 28 of the General Laws of Rhode Island, and is therefore covered by the states worker's compensation law. 

Initial ( if applicable) Massachusetts Applicants: I understand that it is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. 

Initial ( if applicable): Maryland Applicants: I UNDERSTAND THAT UNDER MARYLAND LAW, AN EMPLOYER MAY NOT REQUIRE OR DEMAND, AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT, PROSPECTIVE EMPLOYMENT OR CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT, THAT ANY INDIVIDUAL SUBMIT TO OR TAKE A POLYGRAPH OR SIMILAR TEST. AN EMPLOYER WHO VIOLATES THIS LAW IS GUILTY OF A MISDEMEANOR AND SUBJECT TO A FINE NOT EXCEEDING $100.

Mistras Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled:

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