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GIS System Administrator

Pinchin
Edmonton, AB, CA
$47,3-$53,58 an hour (estimated)
Full-time

GIS System Administrator

Any Pinchin Office (Hybrid)

Pinchin is looking for an experienced GIS System Administrator to join the Integrated Digital Services (IDS) Team. The GIS System Administrator will be responsible for the management, maintenance, and optimization of the organization's Geographic Information System (GIS) infrastructure.

This role involves overseeing the implementation of GIS software, databases, and related technologies, as well as providing technical support and training to users.

What You’ll Do at Pinchin :

  • Manage and administer GIS & ETL (extract, transform, and load) platforms, databases, and servers.
  • Develop and implement GIS data management policies, standards, and procedures.
  • Support and maintain Esri ArcGIS Enterprise environments including Portal, Datastore, and ArcGIS Server including ArcGIS Enterprise systems upgrade to applicable or latest versions.
  • Document and manage application user guides, work processes, and server configurations.
  • Provide technical insight and recommendations for GIS policies and software purchases.
  • Perform data acquisition, conversion, integration, and quality control tasks.
  • Design and maintain GIS data layers, maps, and applications in Esri enterprise portal.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to GIS & FME software, hardware, and data.
  • Collaborate with IT department to identify GIS platform security needs and develop solutions.
  • Stay current with GIS industry trends, technologies, and best practices.
  • Assist in the development and implementation of GIS projects and initiatives.
  • Complete ArcGIS software patching for systems on a manual and automated cycle.
  • Manage Active Directory objects for authentication and authorization to GIS applications and data.
  • Integrate data from other systems of record to support customer requirements.
  • Ensure data security and compliance with policies and privacy laws.
  • Understand and apply the ArcGIS and FME Products Life Cycle.
  • Develop system processes, standards, and documentation for the GIS department.
  • Code in SQL, JS, Python, and Arcade.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

What you bring to Pinchin team

  • Bachelor's Degree with a major emphasis in GIS, Computer Science / Engineering, Geography with a minimum of 8 years of experience.
  • Working knowledge of ArcGIS Enterprise Platform (ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Server, SDE) and AutoCAD.
  • Demonstrable experience in data integration, developing geodatabases and schemas, managing, and maintaining geospatial datasets.
  • Knowledge of data integration from different sources is a must.
  • Knowledge of using ETL tools such as Safe Software FME.
  • Experience programming using Python, JS or R and applying complex SQL commands to a geodatabase is a must.
  • Strong skills in Microsoft Office Products (Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
  • Must be able to read, comprehend and prove all written reports and correspondence.
  • Must have excellent verbal and oral communication skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills, accuracy and attention to detail required.
  • Current and valid driver’s license with sufficient insurance, and access to a vehicle.

What Pinchin offers you

  • A challenging and rewarding position with the opportunity to learn from, or mentor, other technical professionals.
  • Competitive compensation, benefits, and Extended group benefits (we pay the premium) with no waiting period.
  • Membership in our internal Communities of Practice, a national support network for technical problem solving and collaboration led by our top technical experts.
  • Casual dress code.
  • Profit share bonuses and an RRSP Matching Program.
  • An environment that supports work-life harmonization.
  • Various professional development and employee recognition programs.
  • Educational and professional membership dues reimbursement.
  • Employee Referral Bonus Program.
  • Corporate Discount Program.

Check what Pinchin has to offer : https : / / www.pinchin.com /

Please note that our recruitment process may involve online testing depending on the position. As an employee of Pinchin, you will be required by our clients to undergo security clearances and, periodically, drug and alcohol testing in order to gain access to certain job sites.

We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Pinchin, however, only those selected to continue will be contacted.

No Agency phone calls please

Why Pinchin?

At Pinchin, everything we do is driven by our passion to provide exemplary quality and service to our clients to advance safety and environmental improvement in our communities.

As a leader at the company, you play an essential role in developing our business, mentoring junior professionals, and contributing to Pinchin’s continued growth and success.

About Us

Pinchin Ltd. is a multidisciplinary consulting firm that provides a wide range of engineering, building sciences, geosciences, environmental, and occupational health and safety solutions across Canada.

We are committed to employment practices that promote a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you require reasonable accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please inform us.

Working together, making things better!

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