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Computer Aided Drafting Technician I
Company:
Metropolitan Utilities District
Industry:
Public Safety
Job title:
Computer Aided Drafting Technician I
Job level:
Entry
Job description:
Job title: Computer-Aided Drafting Technician I
Starting Wage: $24.92
Please apply on our website: Click HERE
Position Summary
Under direct supervision, prepare CAD drawings for gas and water facility construction. This includes researching records for information. The CAD Technician I must successfully complete all training and proficiencies prior to the end of a thirty-two (32) month training period, in order to be recommended for advancement to the position of CAD Technician II.
Minimum Requirements
Required – Minimum of 2 years of relevant AutoCAD or MicroStation work experience. This experience may be offset with an associate’s degree or a certification from a college or trade, vocation, or technical school as listed in the education details.
Preferred – Recent AutoCAD or MicroStation experience, within the last two (2) years.
Preferred – Geographic Information System (GIS) coursework and/or work-related experience
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Education
Required – High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) or
Preferred – Associate’s Degree or a certificate from a college or trade, vocation or technical school indicating completion of a computer-aided drafting and/or design course of study or the equivalent.
Licenses, Certifications and/or Testing
Required – Employee(s) in this position are covered under the Department of Transportation Drug and Alcohol testing provisions. This includes post-offer, random, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, follow-up, and return-to-duty testing. Upon Hire
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Proficiency with AutoCAD or MicroStation and ability to translate communicated information onto CAD drawings. (Intermediate proficiency)
Ability to learn new or upgraded computer software as required.
Ability to accept written and verbal instructions; revise and update CAD drawings in collaboration with engineers.
High attention to detail.
Efficient written and verbal communication skills, in English, to assist internal and external customers, co-workers, and management professionally, regardless of provocation.
Proficiency with personal computers, tablets, and/or other electronic devices to include familiarity with, but not limited to, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word) and enterprise wide software (e.g., SAP).
Proficiency in operating various specialized software and office equipment including, but not limited to, large format printers, plotters, copiers, scanners, and phone systems.
Ability to work overtime, including weekends as required.
Ability to work professionally and efficiently, with increasingly limited supervision for extended periods.
Essential Functions
Read and interpret maps and engineering drawings, especially as they pertain to gas and water facilities.
Prepare layouts and CAD drawings for gas and water main construction from instructions, marked prints and sketches, as requested.
Learn the District’s CAD standards, requirements, and procedures to continually improve personal CAD skills.
Research District and other records to obtain relevant information to include, but not limited to, report discrepancies/variances found and facilitate changes as directed.
Clearly communicate gas and water facility record information (in various forms and by various means) to District personnel and outside agencies.
Copy and file various engineering records for various purposes.
Comply with and understand all pertinent District policies and procedures.
Train in the duties of, and advance toward progression to, CAD Technician II.
Required for All Jobs
Perform a variety of other duties as assigned
Understand and comply with all District policies and procedures
Physical and Environmental Requirements
Office: Work is primarily performed in an office setting amid normal conditions of dust, odors, fumes, office lighting, and noise.
Hybrid Flexible Work Arrangement
Job may be eligible for a hybrid in-office and work-from-home flexible work arrangement.
*Please see SuccessFactors for a full list of physical demands
*Please ensure the application is filled out thoroughly to be considered for this position on the company website
An Equal Opportunity Employer Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation
Positions available:
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Posted on:
December 24, 2024