GIS Technician

SolAmerica Energy is a private equity-backed firm who develops, builds, owns, and operates distributed generation (DG) solar projects and energy storage solutions. 

Based in Atlanta, Georgia, SolAmerica has successfully developed and built solar power projects throughout the eastern half of the United States and has a growing pipeline of project opportunities in more than 20 states. 

SolAmerica is committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion and believes in attracting, retaining, and advancing employees who will best serve and represent its customers, partners, and communities. 

We promote fostering a work culture of mutual respect and teamwork, ensuring that everyone can grow and contribute at their greatest potential. For additional information about SolAmerica, visit www.solamericaenergy.com.

Requirements

SolAmerica Energy is excited to welcome an entry-level GIS Technician to our team! You'll be helping us with geospatial analysis to support our land acquisition projects across the United States.

We’re looking for someone who has strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, as well as great communication skills in both writing and speaking.

While this is a remote position, we do ask that you come to our Atlanta office for a little bit of onboarding and training first. We look forward to hearing from you.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES

• Gather, validate, and analyze utility distribution data to ensure it’s accurate and relevant, helping us make well-informed decisions.
• Collect and work with geographic data from various sources, such as satellite imagery, topographic maps, and existing utility networks, to provide thorough spatial analysis.
• Identify and assess potential sites for solar development by using advanced suitability analysis techniques, considering factors like land use, environmental impact, and access to existing infrastructure.
• Keep our databases up-to-date, reflecting our prospects, areas of interest, and utility connections, so that all information is accessible for the team.
• Work closely with team members to clarify specific data needs, outline project requirements, and discuss desired results, ensuring everyone is on the same page about our goals.
• Collaborate to enhance database design, improve prospecting processes, and streamline workflows, all aimed at increasing our efficiency and productivity.
• Prepare detailed documents for landowner outreach campaigns, making sure all communications are clear, professional, and designed to foster positive engagement and partnership opportunities.

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Geography, GIS, or related field
• GIS Certification from an accredited institution is a plus

Skills and Qualifications

• While we don't require previous work experience, having proficiency in ArcGIS Pro 2.x is essential
• It would be fantastic if you're also familiar with ArcGIS Online, QGIS, and MS Office
• We’re looking for someone who can easily understand and thoughtfully follow both written and spoken instructions.
• A resourceful, self-motivated, and detail-oriented attitude is key

Benefits

Compensation and Benefits

SolAmerica Energy offers a competitive salary, benefits package (inclusive of equity-based compensation) and performance bonus opportunities with this position.

 Our total rewards strategy is designed to support our employees to thrive professionally and personally while seeking to create a culture of work/life balance as we work toward our collective goals as a business.

We offer a monthly stipend to go towards communication expenses and all our health insurance benefits are effective from Day 1. It’s a great time to join SolAmerica Energy!

Third Party Agencies & Candidate Submissions

SolAmerica Energy will only consider candidates for this position while it is active.

SolAmerica Energy will not consider unsolicited candidate applications from third party agencies.