GIS Specialist

The GIS Specialist works under limited supervision to support Valero GIS activities primarily related to the Logistics department including map creation, database maintenance, spatial analysis and regulatory reporting.

• Supports internal stakeholders through creation of maps, exhibits, graphs, and other deliverables using ArcGIS Pro.
• Maintains and updates pipeline GIS data with as-built information provided by Survey, Operations, and Engineering groups.
• Reviews documents and drawings to verify asset attributes and other information.
• Supports enterprise GIS data management through efficient data entry, centerline edits and database design.
• Performs preparation and filing of accurate and timely regulatory reports to various state and federal agencies.
• Publishes and maintains content in the Valero ESRI Enterprise Portal.
• Supports internal ESRI product suite users on functionality of internally built Portal content.
• Manages tasks and projects in a timely and accurate manner.
• Writes GIS standards and protocol documents.
• Performs other relevant duties as assigned by management.

This position is salaried exempt status, which means you are not eligible for overtime pay.

• Able and willing to work on-site and in-person required.
• Bachelor’s or higher level degree - or technical training in Geography, GIS, Information Technology, or other relevant degree required.
• 5+ years of experience in the following area(s) required:
• GIS experience, with minimum of 2 years in oil and gas.
• Experience in managing PODS databases through ESRI APR and/or other pipeline specific GIS software applications.
• Pipeline company GIS experience preferred.
• Survey experience preferred.
• Experience in Autodesk CAD software preferred.
• GIS experience, with minimum of 2 years in oil and gas.
• Experience in managing PODS databases through ESRI APR and/or other pipeline specific GIS software applications.

All successful candidates must be eligible to obtain a TWIC card (Transportation Worker Identification Credential). It is Valero’s policy that employees must wear this card at all times while working at the refinery. Please review eligibility criteria at https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic.

Position level and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Valero's employees are the heart of its success, and there is a reason why the company is an employer of choice in the fuels manufacturing and marketing industry. It’s not just the excellent benefits package, or the opportunities for personal growth, it’s also the caring and committed culture of the organization that makes everyone feel like they’re truly part of a team.

Valero is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, including race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

Please be advised, if you are viewing this position on a website that lists an estimated salary rate/range, it was not provided by Valero.  Valero’s market specific salary rate/range will be provided during the recruiting process and tends to be higher than what is estimated by such websites.  

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