Lidar Data Processor/Mobile Systems Operator

Continental Mapping, is hiring Lidar Data Processor/Mobile Systems Operators to work in our Sun Prairie office. Our employees are the key to our success in a competitive marketplace. The collective skills, behaviors, knowledge and work experiences of all Continental Mapping employees enable us to be a leading provider of GIS services. We seek talented people with a dedication to excellence and a strong work ethic.

This is a dual-role limited-term position. The employee will spend part of the working hours in the office conducting geospatial data processing supplied from a Mobile Lidar unit and create undefined deliverables individually or as part of a team. The employee will be out of the office for up to 3-weeks at a time on deployment driving and collecting data using the Mobile Lidar unit. Candidates require a valid driver’s license and the ability to navigate through unfamiliar areas and adverse traffic conditions while maintaining safety standards and following all appropriate laws and regulations.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Process geospatial data using third party and proprietary software
•  Identify various types of features and associated data from image examples
•  Understand and utilize basic math
•  Follow written and spoken instructions
•  Operate as part of a team
• Be able to travel for up to a 3-week period of time; some travel will require the individual to be operating as a single operator.
• Effectively operate the Mobile Lidar unit
• Develop analytical and troubleshooting techniques for the Mobile Lidar unit
• Ability to navigate the vehicle carrying the Mobile Lidar unit through high traffic areas while adhering to collection protocol
• Ability to lift and carry the Mobile Lidar unit to secure it onto the vehicle; lift 40lb overhead and occasional lifting of up to 75lb.
• Report writing on daily activities and incidents
• Ability to maintain a detailed daily log of requested information
• Self-directed with the ability to make decisions based on information at hand
• Ability to follow strict operating protocols in the field

Job Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Working knowledge of ArcMap (preferred but not required)
• Strong knowledge of Excel
• Strong computer and technical skills
• Working knowledge of Google products (Earth, Drive, etc.)
• Working knowledge of mobile operating systems (IOS, Android)
• Good verbal and written skills
• Valid driver’s license
• Good driving record

Experience & Education

• Does not require prior professional experience; related experience through their college degree, internships or professional jobs is preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred.