Find out what the job of a GIS Technician is like. What they do, how much they make, how to become one, pros and cons and should I be one. All of this in 15 slides.

1. GIS TECHNICIANS
CAREER 101
FOR DUMMIES

2. WHAT THEY DO
GIS Technicians assist scientists or technologists in
building, maintaining, modifying or using geographic
information systems (GIS) databases.

3. WHAT ELSE THEY DO
They also design or prepare graphic representations of
geographic information systems (GIS) data, using gis
hardware or software applications.

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SALARY
Average salary: $87,310 per year
Hourly wage: $41.98 per hour
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"Passion is the difference between
having a job or having a career."
- Anonymous

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PROS #1
Perfect if you are an analytical and
intellectual person who prefers
thinking than talking

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PROS #2
Suitable for people who values
achievements and are results-oriented

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CONS #1
There are more suitable careers out
there if you are a sociable person who
enjoys helping and working with others

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CONS #2
A considerable amount of work-
related skill, knowledge and
experience is required for this career.
You can't just jump right in.

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I LOVE MY JOB!
70% of them said they were satisfied with their
job and 46% said they feel like their job is
making other people’s lives better.

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SHOULD I BE ONE
People who are suitable for this job tends to like
working with ideas, and require an extensive amount
of thinking. They like searching for facts and figuring
out problems mentally.

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HOW TO BE ONE
68% of GIS Technicians said they
had a Bachelor's Degree
27% of them hold a Master's Degree

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How long does it take to be one
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What their typical day looks like
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