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GIS Technician

Job Description

A GIS Technician collects, manages, and analyzes geospatial data to create maps and update databases, often supporting departments like planning or public works. Key tasks include digitizing map data, maintaining GIS layers, performing spatial analysis, and conducting field surveys using GPS tools. They must possess technical skills in software like ArcGIS and have strong attention to detail.

Mean Wage

$57,763

How to Be Trained

Participate in the WV Story Map competition with your high school - The West Virginia GIS Training Center at WVU - A GIS certificate from Glenville State University - Bachelor’s Degree in Geology area of emphasis in GIScience at Marshall University - The West Virginia GIS Training Center at WVU - Master’s Degrees are available at Marshall University and West Virginia University

Potential Employers

Government Organizations (DEP, DOH, County Assessors) - Mountaineer Gas - TC Energy - West Virginia American Water

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