GIS / Inventory Technician
(IT, Computers & GIS)
Full Time
Forest Resource Consultants Inc
Macon, Georgia, United States
Job Responsibilities:
• Develop an understanding of the FRC business model, especially the importance of producing high quality products in a cost-effective manner.
• Participate with our Technical Services team, which provides various technical services to FRC managers and clients.
• Maintain and update property level spatial and attribute data within ArcGIS or similar systems.
• Generate various project-related maps, reports, and documents for clients.
• Develop an understanding of ArcGIS and associated tools, including an understanding of relational databases such as SQL Server and their use at FRC.
• Develop an understanding of FRC’s internal inventory processor and assist with inventory design, processing, and reporting.
• Develop an understanding of and provide support for FRC’s handheld field data collection systems and inventory data transfer.
• Participate in reviews of current technology and innovations in the geo-spatial arena.
• Assist with other special projects as requested.
• Promote a positive image of FRC with clients, associates, contractors, and the general public.
Qualifications:
Requirements:
• Two or four-year degree in Forestry, Geography, or Natural Resources Management from an SAF-accredited college.
• Working knowledge of standard computer software packages, e.g., Word and Excel; an introduction to or working knowledge of MS Access is highly desirable.
• Working knowledge of ArcGIS or similar mapping and data management systems and a willingness to become fully proficient with the systems used by FRC.
• Introduction to forest inventory design, workup, and reporting and a willingness to learn the FRC standard methods.
• Willingness to learn about biometrics, mensuration, volume equations, quantitative analysis, and statistics.
• Willingness to learn about forest finance and economics.
• Must possess good verbal and written communication skills.
• Must possess good interpersonal skills and be able to work well with others in team production situations.
• Ability and willingness to travel occasionally.
Compensation
Salary:Salary will be commensurate with skills and experience.Benefits:Competitive benefits package includes health, life and disability insurance, 401(k) plan, optional dental insurance, paid vacation, and holidays.