AutoCAD Draftsmen

OVERVIEW:
This description is intended to outline the primary responsibilities, general nature and level of work being performed by teammates assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and competencies of the AutoCAD Draftsmen. The incumbent may be assigned other duties and responsibilities.

JOB SUMMARY:
To comply with Lowe's company policies, standards, security measures and regulations. Proper performance of the duties and responsibilities of this position contributes to and ensures achievement of proper AutoCAD Draftsmen conditions. Serves as a model for customer service and other vital behaviors, and instills this value in all teammates. Creates an environment for continual learning and encourages an open dialogue among teammates. Provides leadership and motivation within the company to promote a culture reflective of Lowe's guiding principles, core values, and vision.

JOB RELATIONSHIPS:
Responsible To:

Director of Construction and Plant & Engineering / Store Manager / Assistant Store Manager

Teammates Supervised:

None.

Inter-Relationships:
Frequent contact with all teammates, customers, corporate office and vendors. Occasional contact with teammates from other locations.

JOB DUTIES:

The AutoCAD Draftsman is a very important position and is the go-to person for every drawing that flows into or out of Facilities Department. It is a position of great responsibility, requiring not only excellent AutoCAD skills, but also good communication skills, organizational abilities, and the strongest possible focus on quality. This person is the keeper of the drawings, who sees sketches become drawings that ultimately become construction documents. The AutoCAD Draftsman job description aims to highlight the multi-faceted role of the person creating, altering, and managing construction drawings.

• Obtain and assemble data, to complete schematic level architectural designs, and visiting job sites to compile measurements as necessary.
• Convert rough sketches and specifications created by Owner and Architect.

• Layout and plan interior room arrangements for commercial retail buildings using AutoCad software.
• Check dimensions of fixtures and equipment to be used and prepare equipment schedules and lists of materials.
• Printing various formats of drawings sets for Project Managers
• Create, edit, and update standard details for use in projects
• Manage electronic filing system

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Training and Experience:

• Two-year degree in Computer Aided Drafting.
• Minimum 1-year experience in a Cad Operator role.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:

Lowes facilities department manages design and construction of retail grocery facilities. The selected Draftsman will become a part of our team as an essential team player, in the designing and management of highly complicated and specialized grocery facilities.
An aptitude for architectural, construction, and mechanical drafting, as well as a willingness to work hard to design and manage quality facilities will ensure the selected draftsman becomes a key factor in our organization.

• Possess excellent communication, organizational and analytical skills
• Attention to detail, prioritization and ability to work well under pressure
• Required knowledge AutoCAD, Sketchup and basic computer skills with Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
• Qualitative and Other Attributes Required.
• A passion for doing high quality work.
• The ability to think critically, innovate, and solve challenging technical problems.
• High attention to detail.
• Effective time management and logical decision-making ability.
• Being able to self-start and self-motivate when there is no one available to provide instruction.
• Capacity to handle pressure.
• Strong work ethic, and the ability to handle peak work times.
• Willingness to travel if necessary.
• Good customer relations skills. Ability to manage effectively.
• Mental and emotional fitness.

Licenses, Registration and Certification:

• None

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Works in a well lit, well ventilated area. Occasional exposure to refrigerated storage areas, damp/humid conditions and seasonal outdoor weather. Subject to communicable disease.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Medium work-exerting 20-50 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Must posses good audio, visual and hearing acuity. Requires walking and/ or standing up to a significant degree. Must be able to climb, stand, bend, push or pull, twist, grasp, squeeze, stoop, kneel, squat, reach, handle, finger and feel. Subject to psychological stress.