**Open until filled with a 1st review date of Tuesday, September 30, 2025**

Under basic supervision, this job classification utilizes GPS survey equipment to collect field data of the City's Water and Wastewater systems to import into the City's Geographic Information System (GIS); creates specialized digital maps and utility atlases; assists department staff with information request and the department's asset management program.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: -- Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required.  The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Uses real time survey GPS equipment to gather field data related to Utilities Department assets; performs duties as assigned, and within scope of authority; duties may vary according to work requests.
• Collects data and publishes maps for data analysis and asset management program support.
• Edits and creates specialized digital and printed maps and geo-based data for department staff.
• Maintains and updates standard digital Utility maps and atlases. 
• Reviews and maintains department asset updates, and reviews engineering plans for accuracy of utility mapping and location data.
• Documents work completed; maintains work log of service requests, equipment malfunctions, software errors and failures.
• Supports the relationship between the City and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and City staff; promotes the City goals and priorities, vision, values and the “Yuma Way”, and complies with all City policies and procedures.
• Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Training and Experience Guidelines 

High School Diploma or GED equivalent; AND two years current GIS and/or field survey experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Knowledge of: 

• Use of real time GPS survey equipment.
• Industry standard GIS, ESRI, and software products, procedures and protocols.
• Capabilities of computer systems, including networked environments and peripheral devices.
• Methods and procedures for computer based mapping using specialized software.
• Customer service methods and techniques.
• Water and Wastewater system operation and function.

 Skill in:

• Working in a technical environment with interlinked and changing priorities. 
• Using GIS / ESRI software suite programs and procedures.
• ArcGIS Pro, ESRI's Utilities Network, and publishing of ArcGIS Online Maps.
• Preparing drawings and maps, using standard GIS techniques.
• Preparing technical reports.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers and clients. 
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS 

A valid Arizona State Driver's License is required.  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Work is primarily performed in a standard office environment; may occasionally be required to perform field survey work, lift objects, bend, stoop, crawl, and navigate tight spaces; requires use of hands; requires vision capacity at close range and ability to differentiate between colors.