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CITY OF COLTON ENGINEERING/GIS TECHNICIAN DEFINITION: Under the general direction of the Electrical Systems Engineer, performs the full array of duties assigned to classes in the Engineering series including performing specialized technical work in the operation and maintenance of the City of Colton GIS (Geographic Information System); performs CAD drafting, GIS data entry, graphic editing, geographic data analysis, production of a wide variety of maps, reports and other GIS related products; performs a variety of other tasks in support of assigned area of responsibility. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: The Engineering/GIS Technician is the journey level class responsible for performing moderately complex work related to GIS and utility engineering projects. This classification is distinguished from the Electrical Engineering Technician by virtue of the type of projects assigned, and distinguished from the classification of Senior Electrical Engineering Technician by the assignment of less complicated technician duties. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (include but are not limited to the following) • Performs the work of staff responsible for office and field engineering work. • Provides GIS support for utility department and other city departments, as required. • Generate high quality cartographic layouts for specific projects, and meetings. • Creates and maintains AutoCAD drawings and systems maps for the Utility Department (Electric, Water, Wastewater and Storm Drain). • Performs typical GIS maintenance functions including software installation, maintenance and upgrades; system backup and archives; hardware support and operation; GIS data entry, quality control checking and maintenance; GIS application development support and maintenance; GPS data capture in the field; digitizing new data, input attribute data and create associated documentation; work with GIS consultants. • Evaluates assigned work projects; estimates time, materials and equipment necessary for the successful completion of the project; acquires necessary resources as is appropriate. • Prepares construction plans, work orders, and specifications for the installation of underground and overhead electrical distribution systems. • Ensures adherence to safe work methods, procedures and practices. • Identifies training opportunities and needs; makes recommendations to higher level staff. • Responds to questions and concerns from the general public; provides information as- is appropriate or makes referrals to appropriate staff members and resolves service complaints. • Performs other related duties as required. WORHING CONDITIONS: Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting, and stooping in the performance of daily activities. The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement, and fine coordination in preparing reports and using a computer keyboard. Additionally, the position requires near and far vision in reading written reports and work-related documents, and operating assigned equipment. Acute hearing is required when providing phone and counter service.