Job Title
STEPS GIS Associate
Requisition Number
TE09193
Department Name
3L600:ITS Networking & Infrastructure
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Salary Range
$15.00/hour
Type of Position
Temporary
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
High School/ GED
Required Related Experience
Required License/Registration/Certification
Driver’s License
Physical Requirements
Must be able to work from ladders or lifts up to 15 feet or higher, lift and carry 30 pounds, work in tight places for extended periods of time, able to distinguish colors, traverse campus while carrying or moving equipment in a reasonable amount of time, and sit or stand for long periods of time.
Shift
Monday-Friday (40 hrs/wk); Generally 7:30am – 4:30pm; and occasional overtime as needed.
Job Summary
This position plays a key role in supporting the GIS team’s mission to maintain accurate, up‑to‑date records of the university’s utility infrastructure. The role involves a blend of fieldwork and office-based tasks. In the field, the individual conducts regular site visits to capture continually evolving infrastructure data using a variety of collection methods. In the office, they process, organize, and update this information within the university’s GIS systems.
In addition, this position assists with the university’s compliance obligations related to the state’s KY811 program. Responsibilities include reviewing and assigning incoming locate tickets from the state system, coordinating internal processing, and providing follow‑up to ensure timely and accurate resolution.
All major responsibilities, tools, and workflows will be taught on the job—no prior experience with the systems or processes is required.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Preferred (but not required) familiarity with:
- ArcGIS Pro
- GNSS/GPS data collection systems
- Photogrammetry tools and workflows
- Utility systems (e.g., water, steam, electric)
- Telecommunications systems (e.g., fiber optics, networking)
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply
03/01/2026
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