Geospatial Technician

RES is committed to building a workplace where everyone feels heard and respected, and they are seeking a Geospatial Technician to support the collection, processing, analysis, and interpretation of geospatial data. This role involves traveling to project sites as a drone pilot to gather remote sensing and survey data, while also providing support in various phases of energy projects. Responsibilities Collects lidar and photogrammetric data utilizing drones Collects additional field data, including surveyed ground points Processes and analyzes photogrammetric and lidar data Compiles spatial data from internal teams Utilizes geographic data from a variety of sources including census, field observation, satellite imagery, aerial photographs, ALTA surveys, engineering documents, etc Prepares and manages metadata Performs quality assurance and control on data products Supports projects by providing requested information Performs surface comparison and quantity calculations, with guidance Supports survey staff by providing support files Data collection requires some physical work in adverse weather, including extensive walking over uneven terrain Operates Company aligned vehicle for site and surveying visits. Drives between site locations during daytime and nighttime hours and in varying weather conditions in order to complete site surveys Attends work regularly and punctually, as scheduled or expected Complies with Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct and Company Policies & Procedures Presents, supports, and leads-by-example with a safety and quality-oriented attitude Skills Highschool diploma/GED required FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot License and/or Canadian equivalent required Ability to travel 51 to 75% domestically and internationally required Must possess a valid Driver's License GIS/CAD software (ArcGIS, Global Mapper, AutoCAD) Microsoft Office (Excel including data sorting and filtering, charts, formatting, pivot tables, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.) DJI flight planning software Detail-oriented Ability to work & learn independently Ability to work professionally with clients, vendors, employees, managers and supervisors Bachelor's degree in UAV/drone science, remote sensing, geographic information systems, cartographic science, or geodetics preferred 1 or more years' experience in drone-based data collection preferred 1 or more years of data processing or utilization of GIS/CAD software experience preferred 1 or more years of traditional field survey experience preferred Experience with remotely-sensed data processing and analytics is preferred Field experience, including drone-based data collection Knowledge of survey, including experience using Trimble GPS survey equipment, is preferred Experience using lidar scanners is preferred Benefits Medical, Dental and Vision Health Savings Account with employer contribution Flexible Spending Accounts 4x pay Basic Life and Voluntary Life Short and Long Term Disability Accident, Hospital, and Critical Illness 401 (k) plan with 6% company match 4 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) and 10 Paid Holidays Tuition Reimbursement and Green Car Reimbursement Volunteer and Charity Matching Paid Parental Leave and Paid Sabbatical Leave Employee Referral Bonus Employee Discounts and Wellness programs Wellness Reimbursement Company Overview RES is the world’s largest independent renewable energy company, working across 24 countries and active in wind, solar, energy storage, green hydrogen, transmission, and distribution. It was founded in 1982, and is headquartered in Kings Langley, Hertford, GBR, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is