Job Description
Job Description: JOB SUMMARY
The Electrical Drafter is an entry-level position. The position requires a capacity to learn technical material, perform basic CAD drafting, ability to work independently with guidance, and strong communication skills in written, spoken, and personal formats.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES - TECHNICAL
Ability to create, modify and work with 2D drawings in the AutoCAD 2010 (or newer) software
Understanding the AutoCAD workspace and user interface
Basic drawing, editing, and viewing tools
Organizing drawing objects on layers
Using reusable symbols (blocks)
Preparing a layout to be plotted
Drafting skills, including scales, drawing layout, lettering, and a high degree of accuracy in copying
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES - OTHER
Perform effectively in a team environment, both in-person and remotely
Strong communication and organizational skills
Highly detail oriented with a strong, self-driven work ethic
Able to evaluate equipment in the field, including climbing ladders, flights of stairs, etc.
Able to travel to remote work sites on occasion
Strong computer skills - Microsoft Applications
Fluent in English language
Applicants must be able to obtain a TWIC card.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
Perform assigned work within a given budget and schedule
Perform basic drafting support as directed by lead designers and/or engineers
Perform quality checks on ones’ own work
Perform work with moderate supervision and guidance
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS
AutoCAD Level 1 Certificate or Certificate in drafting & design
Relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of an Associate’s degree
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Able to work in heavy industrial facilities: climb ladders, work off elevated surfaces, and walk over uneven surfaces while wearing required PPE
Able to sit for long periods of time working at a computer
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time
The Electrical Drafter is an entry-level position. The position requires a capacity to learn technical material, perform basic CAD drafting, ability to work independently with guidance, and strong communication skills in written, spoken, and personal formats.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES - TECHNICAL
Ability to create, modify and work with 2D drawings in the AutoCAD 2010 (or newer) software
Understanding the AutoCAD workspace and user interface
Basic drawing, editing, and viewing tools
Organizing drawing objects on layers
Using reusable symbols (blocks)
Preparing a layout to be plotted
Drafting skills, including scales, drawing layout, lettering, and a high degree of accuracy in copying
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES - OTHER
Perform effectively in a team environment, both in-person and remotely
Strong communication and organizational skills
Highly detail oriented with a strong, self-driven work ethic
Able to evaluate equipment in the field, including climbing ladders, flights of stairs, etc.
Able to travel to remote work sites on occasion
Strong computer skills - Microsoft Applications
Fluent in English language
Applicants must be able to obtain a TWIC card.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
Perform assigned work within a given budget and schedule
Perform basic drafting support as directed by lead designers and/or engineers
Perform quality checks on ones’ own work
Perform work with moderate supervision and guidance
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS
AutoCAD Level 1 Certificate or Certificate in drafting & design
Relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of an Associate’s degree
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Able to work in heavy industrial facilities: climb ladders, work off elevated surfaces, and walk over uneven surfaces while wearing required PPE
Able to sit for long periods of time working at a computer
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time