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GIS & Records Technician

About Sault Ste. Marie: A welcoming and vibrant community of 73,000, Sault Ste. Marie provides an affordable, active lifestyle in the heart of the Great Lakes. What you’ll find here is a great career and even greater quality of life that offers short commute times and quick access to world class cultural and natural amenities. For more information, visit welcometossm.com.

PUC Services Inc. operates multiple utilities within and around the City of Sault Ste. Marie, including the supply and delivery of electricity and drinking water, and energy services and the treatment of water and wastewater.

As the GIS & Records Technician your duties will include:

• Prepare and maintain system operating maps, drawings and records associated with the installation of utility plant using CAD, GIS and other computer database technologies.
• Conduct activities related to locating underground utility plant for customers both internal and external to the company.
• Assist in the inspection of subdivisions and other projects.
• Perform and /or assist in field service work.
• Revise and maintain up-to-date records, drawings, maps, and schematics.
• As directed, upgrade to Field Services Representative (JC9) to support the Locates function.

Qualifications:

• At minimum, a post-secondary diploma in an Electrical Engineering Technology program, with a GIS or CAD specialty, or equivalent.
• Experience working in an engineering, municipal or utility workplace for a minimum of five (5) years.
• Sound working knowledge of engineering principles related to electrical or water distribution facilities.
• Strong working knowledge and ability to operate systems, particularly GIS, CAD and database programs.
• Ability to safely use a variety of electronic and mechanical equipment.
• Ability to work independently and to take initiative.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with strong organizational skills.
• Must hold and maintain a valid Ontario driver’s license.

Resumes stating qualifications and work experience related to the selection criteria shall be submitted to Human Resources via email hr@ssmpuc.com quoting the position noted above by March 28, 2022.