The GIS Analyst is produces geographical data using specialist computer systems to analyze spatial and geographical data; assess and defines new fiber optic cabling routes for network expansion and produces documentation on findings.

Duties / Responsibilities:

• Design and/or prepare graphic representations of GIS data, using GIS hardware or software applications.
• Convert data collected from field operations into GIS database with proper and accurate spatial location.
• Interpret aerial photography or imagery.
• Use consistent independent discretion to analyze GIS data to identify spatial relationships and/or display results of analyses, using maps, graphs, or tabular data.
• Enter data into GIS databases, using techniques such as coordinate geometry, keyboard entry of tabular data, manual digitizing of maps, scanning or automatic conversion to vectors, or conversion of other sources of digital data.
• Maintain or modify existing GIS databases.
• Perform complex OSP drafting work under minimum supervision.
• Review existing or incoming data for currency, accuracy, usefulness, quality, or completeness of documentation.
• Assure consistency with company-wide standards and practices for data conversion, data maintenance and upgrades.
• Use consistent independent discretion and authority to prepare quotes based on construction costs for new builds.
• Provide technical support to users regarding the maintenance, development, or operation of GIS databases, equipment, or applications.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of business, internally and externally.
• Other duties as required or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• College degree in Geography, Cartography, GIS, closely related field or equivalent work experience.
• One year of experience in GIS database/Mapping.
• Exposure to the telecommunications industry OSP design a must.
• 30 hours of completed college course work.
• Ability to collect, analyze and summarize GIS data
• Ability to georeference/geocode data
• Basic knowledge of cartographic design
• Ability to collect, analyze and summarize GIS data

BENEFITS:

We truly appreciate and value all our employees and show our appreciation by offering a wide range of benefits, including:

• Comprehensive Healthcare/Dental/Vision Plans
• 401K Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Additional Holidays (including your Birthday!)
• Paid Volunteer Time
• Paid Parental Leave
• Hotwire Service Discounts – for employees who live on a property serviced by Hotwire.  Discounted service offerings are provided for high-speed internet, video service, phone, and security service
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Exclusive Entertainment Discounts/Perks

Hotwire provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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