Talquin Electric Cooperative, Inc. is seeking candidates for the position of GIS/Mapping Specialist, located in Quincy, Florida. The requirements for the position are as follows:

Must have high school diploma or its equivalent. Completion of a formal two-year college program in a related field is preferred but not required. Education must be sufficient to enable individual to satisfactorily understand and carry out job requirements and responsibilities in an acceptable and safe manner. Consideration will be given to candidates with one to three years’ experience in Geographic Information Systems, a related drafting or mapping field (utility preferred), or an appropriate combination of training, education and experience. Experience in the areas of utility operations, utility mapping, utility data collection, or utility construction may be considered in lieu of post-secondary education. Must have the ability to effectively and courteously communicate with TECI field personnel and TECI office personnel. Must possess knowledge of Global Positioning System (GPS) equipment and GPS software. Requires a valid driver’s license.

Within one year of employment, successful candidates are required to become proficient in the use of Geographic Information System software to design, update, and maintain Electric, Water, and Wastewater data in the GIS database, generate maps and digital data, create custom reports and statistics; serve as a vital interface between inside/outside personnel by providing services that integrate field activities with the Inventory, Billing, and GIS Systems. Must have the ability to pay close attention to detail to be able to protect the integrity of the GIS database. Must have excellent communication skills and be able to deal effectively with the public and internal employees. Must have knowledge of safe work practices and safety rules and regulations that pertain to electric utilities.

Must be able to pass Cooperative physical examination as well as pre-employment drug screen and background check. Must live at a primary residence located within a 30 minute drive, as determined solely by management, of any Talquin Electric office facility.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Perform duties in a safe, satisfactory, competent and timely manner.
2. Maintain all aspects of Electric Utility Design Software and integration with other systems (GIS, Partner, CIS, and FIS).
3. Work closely with all parties involved in the staking process (Staking Engineers, Finance, Engineering, Consultants, etc.).
4. Analyze and interpret electric, water and wastewater data.
5. Interpret paper and electronic drawings for conversion to/from the GIS database.
6. Create high quality maps and digital data.
7. Assist in training Cooperative personnel on interactive mapping software.
8. Conduct field audits and data collection as requested.
9. Provides direct support in the Control Center while in storm mode.
10. Perform other duties as assigned.

Talquin offers an excellent benefits package and a compensation structure commensurate with qualifications and representative of the market.

Resumes will be accepted through Friday, July 25, 2025.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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