The Role
Support project teams by reviewing engineering documents, validating underground and overhead electric asset data, performing GIS tasks (create/update/query geodatabases, maps, diagrams), conducting QC, producing reports and mark-ups, maintaining project tracking, and coordinating with engineers and project managers to ensure accurate utility asset documentation.
Summary Generated by Built In
Job Title: GIS Specialist I
Company: Celerity
Location: Remote (work from home eligible) West Coast with occasional hybrid cadence for meetings and workshops in Southern California.
Job Type: Hourly
About Celerity
Celerity is an agile risk optimization company that empowers public utility organizations by converting complex data into clear, actionable intelligence to mitigate risk, optimize assets, and maximize project results. Blending extensive client experience with deep vendor-side acumen, Celerity energy engineers orchestrate precision data analysis, strategic consulting, and project management services to solve complex energy challenges through acute listening, proactive thinking, and relentless grit. Learn more at consultcelerity.com.
Position Overview
The GIS Specialist I supports Celerity’s project team by providing geospatial and data management expertise to client projects. This role is responsible for reviewing engineering documents, validating asset data, and using GIS tools to create, analyze, and maintain records and maps. Working closely with engineers and project managers, the GIS Specialist I helps ensure accurate documentation of utility assets, supports quality control processes, and contributes to client deliverables.
Key Responsibilities
Company: Celerity
Location: Remote (work from home eligible) West Coast with occasional hybrid cadence for meetings and workshops in Southern California.
Job Type: Hourly
About Celerity
Celerity is an agile risk optimization company that empowers public utility organizations by converting complex data into clear, actionable intelligence to mitigate risk, optimize assets, and maximize project results. Blending extensive client experience with deep vendor-side acumen, Celerity energy engineers orchestrate precision data analysis, strategic consulting, and project management services to solve complex energy challenges through acute listening, proactive thinking, and relentless grit. Learn more at consultcelerity.com.
Position Overview
The GIS Specialist I supports Celerity’s project team by providing geospatial and data management expertise to client projects. This role is responsible for reviewing engineering documents, validating asset data, and using GIS tools to create, analyze, and maintain records and maps. Working closely with engineers and project managers, the GIS Specialist I helps ensure accurate documentation of utility assets, supports quality control processes, and contributes to client deliverables.
Key Responsibilities
- Review engineering documents, drawings, and specifications to identify key information for analysis.
- Verify data on underground and overhead electric system structures, including components, configurations, and supporting documentation of current asset conditions.
- Perform searches and data validation using client platforms such as GIS, SAP, and document repositories.
- Conduct GIS functions including creating, modifying, and updating records, maps, and diagrams; querying geodatabases; and extracting data for analysis.
- Gather and research data from engineering as-built drawings and project documentation.
- Perform quality control (QC) and review checks for asset inventories, engineering drawings, and related records.
- Provide mark-ups and redlines on engineering documents in accordance with client and project specifications.
- Maintain project tracking logs and coordination tools, including status updates, schedules, and challenges.
- Produce project reports, maps, and updates as needed to support client and internal teams.
- Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geography, Engineering, or a related discipline; OR a GIS certificate plus relevant experience.
- At least 1 year of work experience (GIS experience preferred but not required).
- Demonstrated skill with Esri ArcGIS (ArcGIS Desktop 10.x/ArcGIS Pro) to develop, edit, and maintain data from engineering as-built drawings.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access).
- Understanding of geographic data types, including land base, imagery, and utility infrastructure.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to complete complex assignments accurately.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills; professional demeanor.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to travel to client sites.
- Ability to work extended hours and/or overtime as needed.
- Ability to remain in a stationary position approximately 50% of the time.
- Ability to operate a computer, scanner, copier, and related office equipment on a regular basis.
- Must be able to communicate effectively with staff and clients to exchange accurate project information.
- Ability to move and/or carry boxes up to 40 pounds with or without assistance.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in GIS, Geography, Engineering, or related discipline OR GIS certificate plus relevant experience
- At least 1 year of work experience
- Demonstrated skill with Esri ArcGIS (ArcGIS Desktop 10.x/ArcGIS Pro) to develop, edit, and maintain data from engineering as-built drawings
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access)
- Experience performing searches and data validation using GIS, SAP, and document repositories
- Understanding of geographic data types, including land base, imagery, and utility infrastructure
- Strong attention to detail and ability to complete complex assignments accurately
- Effective verbal and written communication skills; professional demeanor
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to travel to client sites
- Ability to work extended hours and/or overtime as needed
- Ability to move and/or carry boxes up to 40 pounds with or without assistance
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The Company
What We Do
Celerity Consulting Group is an agile risk optimization and information management consulting firm that empowers public utility organizations by converting complex data into clear, actionable intelligence. They specialize in helping gas and electric utilities mitigate risk, optimize assets, and maximize project results through strategic consulting, precision data analysis, and professional services including information governance and vegetation management.
