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Organization: Medina Electric Cooperative
Title: GIS Intern
Location: Hondo, TX

Posted: 2025-02-10
Application Deadline:

Position Description:

Position Title: GIS Intern
Location: Hondo, TX
Salary Range: $20-$24, Hourly
Department: Engineering

The position will be a full-time position during the summer (mid-May thru mid-August).

Education: Must have a high school diploma or GED; Must be currently enrolled in an Associate degree program (bachelor's preferred) in Geographic Information Systems from an accredited post-secondary institution. Must have a minimum GPA of 2.75.

Skills/Abilities:
Knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS 10.x Software Suite including ArcGIS Desktop, Arc Catalog, Server Manager and Flex Viewer.
Ability to accurately portray electrical engineering plans using industry specific terminology and symbology along with procedures such as data development, manipulation, Ortho-rectification, Geo-rectification and quality control in ESRI ArcGIS.
Reads and uses graphic instructions such as blueprints, layouts or other visual aids including zoning maps, quarter-section maps, plat maps, land use maps, single line maps, and aerial maps
Proficiency in the use of electronic spreadsheets, word processing programs, and database management tools (Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).
Ability to perform mathematical calculations using algebra, geometry and trigonometry.
Ability to present facts clearly and accurately in graphic form.
Possesses effective time management skills and can execute a variety of tasks with precision and attention to detail
Ability to work effectively as a team.
Ability to identify, analyze and solve
Ability to recognize hazards in the work place and possesses the ability to mitigate the hazards.
Good oral and written communication skills to communicate with fellow employees both tactfully and courteously.
Other Requirements: Must have a valid Texas driver's license. Must have graduated from a high school in one of the 17 counties served by Medina Electric Cooperative (MEC).

The following are essential functions of this position and are not intended to be all inclusive. An employee may be directed to perform other reasonably related job duties and responsibilities. MEC reserves the right to revise or change the job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. The position description will be updated accordingly. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

Typical Responsibilities Include

Performs assignments on work related to recording or producing information associated with the construction, operation, and maintenance of Electrical Utility Systems under the supervision of GIS technicians and Engineers. Updates the GIS connected model with information from sources including, but not limited to, work management systems, as-built construction drawings, work orders, completion records, field reports or other information sources. Operates computer-aided design and drafting mapping system software to produce maps, drawings, and charts. Works on special projects, as assigned, to assist in MECs mission statement, "Exceed member expectations in everything we do."

APPLY ONLINE: https://www.medinaec.org/careers