Ivan Vernon
Gaffney
Summary
My years of experience, love for mapping, and drive to learn more about GIS techniques really interest me in this position. With my expertise in GIS, strong attention to detail, and knowledge of data analysis, I helped design databases, collaborated with clients, and supported GIS analysts by analyzing information based on various criteria. I’d make a great addition to a team. As a GIS Technician with accrued education, training, and a firm intention to shift out of my current profession, I aim to immerse myself in the Electric Utility, Communication Utility, and Natural Gas Business as a GIS Professional in the Southeastern region of the United States. Detail-oriented professional offering many years of related experience and strong collaborative, multitasking, and organizational skills. Gifted in facilitating communication between different team members and satisfying customer needs. Ready to apply expertise to challenging new position.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Full-Time GIS Technician
we-do-it inc.
Broomfield
05.2024 - 08.2025
- Utilized GIS software to analyze and interpret aerial imagery.
- Developed GIS mapping systems for multiple projects, including town planning and geomarketing.
- Analyzed and interpreted spatial data to produce maps and other visualizations.
- Designed and implemented GIS-based databases for land-use planning.
- Developed and maintained GIS databases, including spatial and attribute data.
- Conducted data analysis and generated reports for clients.
- Developed GIS-based tools for data collection and analysis.
- Assisted the Municipal Planning Officer in conducting fieldwork.
- Created detailed maps for project planning and analysis.
- Employed ESRI tools to manage and enhance geospatial data.
GIS Associate
EN-Trust Solutions
11.2021 - 05.2024
- As a GIS associate, start at the lower level with less complex tasks, and move into more complicated ones after you get trained.
- Responsibility is to improve regulatory and safety goals in pipeline and electric utility systems.
- Given a list of addresses/locations to clean up, work on, and update.
- I am very comfortable with the data and the jobs that I receive.
- Well-trained in using Smallworld, LaserFiche, georeferencing, ESRI, spatial analytics, and real-time GIS, idle and abandonment GIS digitization, Smartsheet, and Excel spreadsheets to be able to digitalize the records.
- Well-trained in using all the different software to complete my jobs.
- Analyzed geographic data to support project planning and decision-making processes.
- Created detailed maps using GIS software for client presentations and reports.
- Provided technical support for GIS tools and applications to end-users.
GIS Technician
Duke Energy
03.2020 - 11.2021
- Company Overview: Contracted through Infotree Global Solutions
- Analyzed infrastructure overhead utility distribution primary and secondary power.
- Updated and cataloged utility assets create accurate and consistent utility asset data for internal departments.
- Provided department real-time, updated, and quality data to help improve service and reliability.
- Perform GIS editing and manipulation of utility company’s data using Smallworld.
- I identified electrical utility equipment and potential hazards and errors within the GIS database.
- Reviewed and corrected data errors within GIS databases while maintaining a safe working station and complied with all safety regulations to keep a successful safety record.
- Contracted through Infotree Global Solutions
Fiber Optic CAD
02.2019 - 03.2020
- Aid in creating, modifying, analyzing, and optimizing telecommunications design using ESRI and Smallworld.
- Optimize workflow to increase productivity.
- Increase productivity to the overall design team.
- I improve existing designs and communicate through documentation or manufacturing.
- Generate site plans, and fiber optic telecommunication construction and installation details & mapping of utility poles.
Education
Electric Utility & GIS CERTIFICATE -
CHARLOTTE INFO HUB: Npower
Charlotte, NC01.2019
General Education Diploma -
Gaffney High School
Gaffney, SC01.2009
Skills
- Knowledge of Esri & ArcPro
- Trained GIS
- Basics of power distribution
- Communications utilities
- Natural gas
- Great computer and software skills
- Georeferencing
- Idle and abandonment GIS digitization
- Strong ability to identify power pole equipment
- Update and maintain GIS records using Smallworld
- Trained on OH primary and secondary equipment for substations
- Spatial data analysis
- Geospatial data enhancement
- GIS software
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- GIS analysis
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Full-Time GIS Technician
we-do-it inc.
05.2024 - 08.2025
GIS Associate
EN-Trust Solutions
11.2021 - 05.2024
GIS Technician
Duke Energy
03.2020 - 11.2021
Fiber Optic CAD
02.2019 - 03.2020
Electric Utility & GIS CERTIFICATE -
CHARLOTTE INFO HUB: Npower
General Education Diploma -
Gaffney High School
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