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Full-time
associate degree, bachelor degree
Posted 7d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The technician is responsible for classifying aerial LiDAR point clouds and coding features for electric utility transmission and distribution corridors. They perform quality control checks and collaborate with project managers to meet technical specifications and schedules.
Requirements
Candidates should have 1-3+ years of experience in LiDAR classification or a related degree in geomatics, surveying, or GIS. Proficiency in TerraSolid, PLS-CADD, and MicroStation is highly preferred.
Full job description
Description
The Technician – Aerial Mapping & PLS-CADD Classification is responsible for classifying aerial LiDAR and imagery
point clouds and coding features for electric utility transmission and distribution corridors to support PLS-CADD
engineering deliverables. This role performs data classification, feature coding, and quality control in support of utility
mapping projects. The Technician works under the direction of the Production Lead and collaborates with Project
Managers and PLS-CADD designers to meet technical specifications, schedules, and quality standards. Westwood is
hiring multiple Technicians into this role.
Requirements
Job Duties:
· Classify LiDAR point clouds (ground, vegetation, conductors, structures, buildings, etc.) for electric utility
transmission and distribution corridors utilizing MicroStation and TerraScan.
· Perform feature and attribute coding per utility client specifications and standard PLS-CADD feature codes.
· Perform quality control checks to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency of all outputs.
· Follow internal SOPs, industry best practices, and project-specific processing requirements.
· Troubleshoot technical issues related to datasets, software, and processing workflows.
· Communicate progress, issues, and risks to the Production Lead and Project Lead in a timely manner.
· Maintain organized project files and support data management and archiving practices.
· Participate in training on classification standards, TerraSolid software updates, and utility mapping
specifications.
Skills and Qualifications:
· 1-3+ years of experience in electric utility aerial mapping, LiDAR classification, or PLS-CADD modeling, or an
Associate's degree in a related field with relevant coursework or internship experience.
· Working knowledge of LiDAR point cloud classification and feature/attribute coding for utility infrastructure.
· Familiarity with PLS-CADD software.
· Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
· Ability to work independently and manage multiple deliverables simultaneously.
· Effective communication and teamwork skills.
· Associate's or Bachelor's degree in geomatics, surveying, GIS, or a related field preferred.
· Proficiency in TerraSolid, Global Mapper, or similar classification software alongside PLS-CADD preferred.
· ASPRS Certification or enrollment in a certification track preferred.
· Experience supporting manned and UAS aerial acquisition workflows for utility corridors preferred.
Note: This job description is a general outline of the key responsibilities and qualifications of a Technician –
Aerial Mapping & PLS-CADD Classification. It is not exhaustive and may be subject to change based on the
specific needs of the organization and projects.
Related keywords
LiDARPLS-CADDMicroStationTerraScanTerraSolidGlobal MapperGeomaticsGISAerial MappingElectric UtilityTransmission and DistributionPoint CloudsASPRS CertificationUASFeature CodingAttribute Coding
Award-winning, full-service professional services firm for power, renewables, land, and public infrastructure projects.
Industry
Engineering Services
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Founded
1972
Headquarters
Plano, TX
LinkedIn followers
24,784
Total funding
$14M
At Westwood, our purpose is to create a better world for people through our work. We transform the energy grid, design resilient infrastructure, and develop communities that will flourish today and for generations to come. With over 50 years of experience and a legacy of innovation, we stand at the forefront of our industry, dedicated to understanding the unique needs of the markets we serve.
Our approach revolves around people. We are committed to building a culture that attracts, retains, and develops high performers. Our team values relationships, innovation, dedication, initiative, and growth. We believe fostering a collaborative “One Team” mentality yields superior outcomes in everything we do.
We customize our technical capabilities and geographic reach to meet our clients where they are and help them realize their vision. We are partners in our clients’ success, driving to provide solutions that make a lasting difference. Safety, sustainability, and operational excellence are not just facets of our work; they are intrinsic to our identity, guiding every decision we make.
We are deeply invested in the communities we serve. Through our projects and giving-back initiatives, we enrich the lives of those we serve, engage others within our industry, and create a lasting impact on communities around the world. To us, success transcends the completion of projects; it is reflected in the lives we have positively impacted by our work.
Join us in creating a better world.
See more at: https://westwoodps.com/about-us/our-company
We reserve the right to moderate and remove, without any notice, content that we deem in our sole discretion offensive or illegal, containing personally identifiable information, trademarks, or copyrights belonging to a third party, or is otherwise inappropriate.
Offices: 2805 North Dallas Parkway, Suite 150, Plano, TX 75093, US · 2901 Dallas Parkway, Suite 400, Plano, TX 75093, US · 12701 Whitewater Drive, Suite 300, Minnetonka, MN 55343, US · 1900 Medical Arts Ave, Suite 100, Sartell, MN 56377, US · 12900 Foster St, Suite 120, Overland Park, Kansas 66213, US
Award-winning, full-service professional services firm for power, renewables, land, and public infrastructure projects.
Industry
Engineering Services
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Founded
1972
Headquarters
Plano, TX
LinkedIn followers
24,784
Total funding
$14M
At Westwood, our purpose is to create a better world for people through our work. We transform the energy grid, design resilient infrastructure, and develop communities that will flourish today and for generations to come. With over 50 years of experience and a legacy of innovation, we stand at the forefront of our industry, dedicated to understanding the unique needs of the markets we serve.
Our approach revolves around people. We are committed to building a culture that attracts, retains, and develops high performers. Our team values relationships, innovation, dedication, initiative, and growth. We believe fostering a collaborative “One Team” mentality yields superior outcomes in everything we do.
We customize our technical capabilities and geographic reach to meet our clients where they are and help them realize their vision. We are partners in our clients’ success, driving to provide solutions that make a lasting difference. Safety, sustainability, and operational excellence are not just facets of our work; they are intrinsic to our identity, guiding every decision we make.
We are deeply invested in the communities we serve. Through our projects and giving-back initiatives, we enrich the lives of those we serve, engage others within our industry, and create a lasting impact on communities around the world. To us, success transcends the completion of projects; it is reflected in the lives we have positively impacted by our work.
Join us in creating a better world.
See more at: https://westwoodps.com/about-us/our-company
We reserve the right to moderate and remove, without any notice, content that we deem in our sole discretion offensive or illegal, containing personally identifiable information, trademarks, or copyrights belonging to a third party, or is otherwise inappropriate.
Offices: 2805 North Dallas Parkway, Suite 150, Plano, TX 75093, US · 2901 Dallas Parkway, Suite 400, Plano, TX 75093, US · 12701 Whitewater Drive, Suite 300, Minnetonka, MN 55343, US · 1900 Medical Arts Ave, Suite 100, Sartell, MN 56377, US · 12900 Foster St, Suite 120, Overland Park, Kansas 66213, US