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GIS Technician at Steigerwaldt Land Services, Inc. in Tomahawk, WI
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Job Description
POSITION: GIS Technician
JOB TYPE: Limited-Term, Part-Time
TERM: May - August
LOCATION: Tomahawk, Wisconsin
WHO WE ARE
Steigerwaldt Land Services, Inc., is a full-service resource solution company, offering a wide range of appraisal, analysis, real estate, right-of-way, environmental, and forestry services to our clients in the Lake States region and beyond. Founded in 1957, Steigerwaldt is a third-generation, family owned and operated company with history and experience spanning more than 65 years. Steigerwaldt employs a staff of over 50 people, with offices in Tomahawk and Hayward, Wisconsin; and Marquette, Michigan.
Becoming a member of Steigerwaldt is more than just an opportunity to follow your passion in natural resources. It is an opportunity to be a part of an organization that fosters professional growth, nurtures your talent, and allows you to take ownership of your career path. A strong sense of brand, culture, and values define our company and our team. Our office culture is one that values synergy in the office and in the field.
Steigerwaldt creates a transparent and inclusive environment that involves you in team decision-making, cross-department learning, career path exploration, and hands-on experiences for you to grow your breadth of knowledge.
If this sounds like the supportive, passion-driven, professional environment you will thrive in, please apply to join our team. We are currently seeking a limited-term, full-time GIS Technician. This is considered an entry-level position.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
This position resides in our Inventory and Geospatial Solutions department. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Create maps and graphs using GIS software and related equipment
Compile geographic data from a variety of sources including censuses, field observation, satellite imagery, aerial photographs, and existing maps
Enter new map data
Other duties as assigned
WHO YOU ARE
You are a supportive and reliable team member that engages in building a great team and work culture. You are driven and motivated to be a part of a successful team and provide high-quality service and results. You show persistence, tenacity, and grit every day, through tough conditions and deadlines with energy and enthusiasm. You are curious and open-minded in exploring solutions and opportunities. You are accountable and a caretaker of resources, people, and company. You thrive working in a fast-paced, highly driven environment and can adapt quickly to changing conditions and priorities. You must have an adventurous side and enjoy travel.
Engage in active listening to understand and act on the expectations of peers, supervisors, and clients.
Embrace change and can modify behavior and plans to effectively achieve goals. Adaptability, flexibility, and change agility is necessary.
Has the drive, energy, and initiative to work independently in varied settings, both in the field and with clients and other professionals.
Strong organizing and planning skills that are conducive to being highly productive and efficient for the company and client.
A team player who is an ambassador of integrity, respect, curiosity, and flexibility.
An effective problem solver that can identify the root of a problem, provide productive solutions, act decisively, and show good judgement.
An individual who uses Steigerwaldt’s mission of ‘Quality work fast, with honesty and integrity; rooted in our passion for stewardship of resources and relationships.’ as a benchmark for decision making and standard of work.
PREFERRED SKILLS
Desire to develop a career as a natural resource professional in a fast-paced and diverse consulting business
Ability to work independently in varied settings, both in the field and with clients and other professionals
Superior written and oral communication skills
Competent with Microsoft Office software
Experience with GPS data collecting and processing
Experience with ESRI GIS software and GIS mapping and data collection principles
Current valid driver’s license with personal vehicle suitable for field work (mileage is reimbursed)
A team player who is confident, respectful, curious, flexible, and able to work with other professionals in a growing, successful, and respected business
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Due to the nature of the team approach to our work and needed access to equipment, the GIS Technician position is considered a resident or office-based position with remote work possible, upon approval from the supervisor. The position is 100 percent office work.
COMPENSATION
Wage commensurate with experience.
POSTING DATE
May 8, 2026. Position will be filled within three months. Expected start is dependent upon candidate availability.
CONTACT
For any hiring questions, please reach out to Travis Polinske at travis.polinske@steigerwaldt.comor 715-409-8535.
Steigerwaldt is an equal opportunity employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.