GIS Technician

Looking for a professional, yet fun working atmosphere where your voice can be heard? Want to solve challenging problems for local communities by combining engineering and technology? Are you interested in working at “the place to be”, where your ideas will be recognized, and growth opportunities abound? Join the Ruekert & Mielke, Inc. team as a GIS Technician.

As a GIS Technician, you’ll assist with applying principles and techniques of GIS technologies to municipal utility infrastructure solutions. You’ll work alongside experienced professionals, contribute to meaningful projects, and be supported by an empowered ownership culture that gives every team member a voice.

What You’ll Gain:

• Hands-on experience with industry-leading GIS tools and software
• A collaborative and engaging culture within a 100% employee-owned firm
• Opportunities for professional growth through mentoring and training

Goals & Responsibilities

This position includes, but is not limited to, the following duties and responsibilities:

• Create maps and summarize spatial data using ArcGIS Pro software
• Support data collection, processing, and analysis for municipal infrastructure projects
• Use editing techniques to update and maintain spatial datasets; assist with geodatabase management and file organization
• Perform quality assurance and data verification tasks
• Provide general support to senior GIS staff and project managers

Qualifications & Skills

The ideal candidate for this position will possess the following education, experience, and abilities:

• Certificate, associate or bachelor’s degree in a GIS, Geography, or related degree program
• 1-2 years of GIS related experience preferred
• Proficient with ArcGIS software or similar platforms
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Familiarity of coordinate systems, projections, and surveying principles
• Ability to read, understand, and interpret graphical documents such as as-built utility drawings
• Understanding of surveying principles and practices; familiarity with CAD software is a plus

Benefits

Ruekert & Mielke, Inc. is proud to be 100% employee owned. Our flexible working environment, engaged culture, and in‐depth training and mentoring program are just a few of the reasons why we are consistently named a “Top Workplace” by the Journal Sentinel.

We offer a highly competitive compensation program and unique benefits, including:

• Employee stock ownership plan
• Performance bonuses
• Generous personal time off and holiday programs
• Health, dental, vision, life, dependent life, and disability insurance
• Parental leave
• 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with employer match
• Flexible spending accounts
• Prepaid legal services
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition reimbursement

About Us

Ruekert & Mielke, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned civil engineering firm dedicated to helping local communities thrive. We provide innovative solutions in municipal infrastructure, water resources, GIS, and more, partnering with clients to deliver sustainable, cost-effective projects. Our employee ownership culture fosters collaboration, accountability, and professional growth, making R/M a great place to build your career.

Visit www.ruekertmielke.com to learn more.