GIS Planning Technician

City of Hamilton, Ohio

GIS Planning Technician supporting the City of Hamilton's Planning & Economic Development through GIS data management and analysis. Collaborating on map creation and data integrity for planning initiatives.

Posted 7/11/2026full-timeHamilton • 🇨🇦 CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$40 - CA$46 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Reports to the Coordinator, Information Systems & Cartography Planning.
Prepares, maintains, updates, manipulates and analyses the digital maps and associated databases related to the department’s Geographic Information System.
Maintains planning related corporate spatial and tabular data and creates custom databases and thematic maps in support of special projects/reports.
Performs quality assurance/quality control tasks to ensure data integrity.
Maintains, updates, and analyses departmental GIS data using ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online.
Performs manual and automated quality assurance/quality control data validity check to ensure the integrity of data.
Undertakes and assists in the analysis and reconciliation of conflicting data, whether from a spatial or tabular sources.
Compiles source document work packages for data conversion.
Assembles a wide range of data sources/types including vector, raster, CAD and imagery data for mapping and spatial analysis.
Plots plans/maps and creates custom thematic maps, web maps, and presentation layouts using ArcGIS Pro (ESRI Suite), Microsoft Suite and/or Adobe Creative Suite to effectively convey information.
Prepares special data reports, dashboards, and data visualizations to support planning and operational reporting and decision-making, for public and internal use.
Develops and implements automated processes to streamline workflows as appropriate.
Considers and implements AODA-compliant accessibility standards in data, mapping and report outputs.
Receives and answers enquiries from staff and the public.
Assists Planners in the preparation of reports and presentations.
Assists with the creation and maintenance of custom applications.
Follows the established request management practices and procedures.
Assists in the development and review of procedures.
Demonstrates system functions and workflow procedures.
Provides software support for geo-spatial applications.
Identifies and assists in the resolution of problems related to geo-spatial software, geo-spatial data and the department’s Geographic Information System as a whole.
Identifies and requests supplies, software and special equipment requirements.
Works in accordance with the provisions of applicable Health and Safety legislation and all City of Hamilton corporate and departmental policies and procedures related to Occupational Health and Safety.
Performs other duties as assigned which are directly related to the major responsibilities of the job.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Previous GIS experience related to duties listed above normally acquired through a Diploma from a two-year Community College course in GIS or related program and related work experience.
Demonstrated ability to compile, input, prepare and analyse data from various sources within and for use in geospatial applications, including performing manual and automated quality assurance/quality control data validity checks, plotting plans, and retrieval of landbase data.
Working knowledge of the ESRI Suite of products (ArcPro, Extensions, ArcGIS Online etc), Microsoft Suite of tools, Adobe Creative Suite, FME, and databases.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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Reports to the Coordinator, Information Systems & Cartography Planning.
Prepares, maintains, updates, manipulates and analyses the digital maps and associated databases related to the department’s Geographic Information System.
Maintains planning related corporate spatial and tabular data and creates custom databases and thematic maps in support of special projects/reports.
Performs quality assurance/quality control tasks to ensure data integrity.
Maintains, updates, and analyses departmental GIS data using ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online.
Performs manual and automated quality assurance/quality control data validity check to ensure the integrity of data.
Undertakes and assists in the analysis and reconciliation of conflicting data, whether from a spatial or tabular sources.
Compiles source document work packages for data conversion.
Assembles a wide range of data sources/types including vector, raster, CAD and imagery data for mapping and spatial analysis.
Plots plans/maps and creates custom thematic maps, web maps, and presentation layouts using ArcGIS Pro (ESRI Suite), Microsoft Suite and/or Adobe Creative Suite to effectively convey information.
Prepares special data reports, dashboards, and data visualizations to support planning and operational reporting and decision-making, for public and internal use.
Develops and implements automated processes to streamline workflows as appropriate.
Considers and implements AODA-compliant accessibility standards in data, mapping and report outputs.
Receives and answers enquiries from staff and the public.
Assists Planners in the preparation of reports and presentations.
Assists with the creation and maintenance of custom applications.
Follows the established request management practices and procedures.
Assists in the development and review of procedures.
Demonstrates system functions and workflow procedures.
Provides software support for geo-spatial applications.
Identifies and assists in the resolution of problems related to geo-spatial software, geo-spatial data and the department’s Geographic Information System as a whole.
Identifies and requests supplies, software and special equipment requirements.
Works in accordance with the provisions of applicable Health and Safety legislation and all City of Hamilton corporate and departmental policies and procedures related to Occupational Health and Safety.
Performs other duties as assigned which are directly related to the major responsibilities of the job. 🎯 Requirements
Previous GIS experience related to duties listed above normally acquired through a Diploma from a two-year Community College course in GIS or related program and related work experience.
Demonstrated ability to compile, input, prepare and analyse data from various sources within and for use in geospatial applications, including performing manual and automated quality assurance/quality control data validity checks, plotting plans, and retrieval of landbase data.
Working knowledge of the ESRI Suite of products (ArcPro, Extensions, ArcGIS Online etc), Microsoft Suite of tools, Adobe Creative Suite, FME, and databases. Apply Now 📊 Check your resume score for this job Improve your chances of getting an interview by checking your resume score before you apply. Check Resume Score 🌐 Worldwide Built by Lior Neu-ner. I'd love to hear your feedback — Get in touch via DM or support@remoterocketship.com Search Search Jobs by country Search jobs by city Search jobs by job title Search entry-level jobs Search junior-level jobs Search senior-level jobs Search jobs by tech stack Search jobs by contract type Search remote internships Search remote part-time jobs Remote jobs Anywhere in the World Companies Hiring Anywhere in the World Companies Hiring Sales People Anywhere in the World Companies Hiring Software Engineers Anywhere in the World Resources Advice Tips for finding remote jobs Interview questions and answers Resume examples Cover letter examples Post a job Affiliates Privacy policy Terms of service Job board SEO course AI Apply Copilot OpenClaw job finder Find jobs using your resume Jobs by Country Remote jobs anywhere in the world (Worldwide remote jobs) Remote jobs United States Remote jobs Australia Remote jobs Brazil Remote jobs Canada Remote jobs France Remote jobs Ireland Remote jobs Germany Remote jobs Netherlands Remote jobs Spain Remote jobs UK Popular Jobs Remote data analyst jobs Remote customer support jobs Remote executive assistant jobs Remote marketing jobs Remote product designer jobs Remote product manager jobs Remote project manager jobs Remote recruiter jobs Remote sales jobs Remote software engineer jobs Jobs by Type Remote full-time jobs Remote part-time jobs Remote contract jobs Remote internship jobs Remote entry-level jobs Remote jobs with no experience required Remote junior jobs (1-3 years of experience) Digital nomad jobs Remote jobs with no degree required Freelance remote jobs Temporary remote jobs Remote jobs hiring now Stay at home mom jobs

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Hard Skills & Tools

Data ManipulationData VisualizationThematic Map CreationAutomated Workflow DevelopmentData Integrity Checks

Soft Skills

Problem SolvingCommunicationCollaboration

Certifications

Diploma in GIS or Related Program