CAD Technician
Position: CAD Designer / GIS
Minimum Educational Requirements: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in CAD, Civil or Electrical Engineering Technology, or equivalent; or professional experience with electrical CAD design.
Experience: All candidates should have formal training in the use of AutoCAD Map, MicroStation and GIS Software. Experience with Microsoft Access or other database software preferred.
Company Description: Established Design Engineering and Consulting firm located in southeast U.S., headquartered in Asheboro, NC, and with a branch office in Spartanburg, SC. Clients include electric utility companies (Investor-Owned, Municipals, Cooperatives, and State-Owned), Power Agencies, Military Bases, and Industries.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare detailed plan and section views of equipment, schematic and wiring diagrams, plan and profile drawings, site layout drawings, foundation drawings, etc. for use in construction issue documents
- Perform Global Positioning System (GPS) field surveying for the collection of raw data; create and maintain data files
- Assist in maintaining and updating GIS databases; perform quality assurance checks, and record data into files
- Coordinate with project managers, designers, and other multi‐disciplinary team members in project planning, design analysis, and plan set production
- Assist with permitting, bidding, construction, and record drawing phases of projects
- Assist with technical reports and exhibits to support planning, permitting and design of projects
- Assists with QA/QC
- Assists in backing up production and database files for storage
- Ensure that accurate conversion operations and data are set to standards
- Attend workshops, seminars and/or classes to keep abreast of new GIS technology and applications
- Perform general office work as required, including but not limited to attending meetings, preparing reports and correspondence, compiling data for reports, entering computer data, copying and filing documents, plotting and folding/ binding drawing sets, answering the telephone, etc
- Assist in receiving, reviewing, preparing and/or submitting various records and reports including digital files, database reports, memos, correspondence, etc
- Interact and communicate with various groups and individuals such as the immediate supervisor, co-workers, other department supervisors and employees, clients, engineers, contractors, electricians, plumbers, City/County personnel, and property/business owners
- Work independently and on teams to complete project tasks in a timely manner with a high standard of quality
- Other duties as assigned
Additional Requirements:
- Must have valid driver’s license
- Proficiency using Microsoft Office including Excel
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated critical thinking skills and ability to work methodically and analytically
- Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team work, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills
- Ability to travel for data collection, meetings, and presentations (estimate approximately 10% of time)
Physical Demands:
- Part of the job requirements and the physical demands include work performed outdoors in weather conditions with potential exposure to wet/humid conditions, heat or cold, traversing uneven surfaces, and lifting supplies or equipment up to 50 lbs
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year, Based on education and experience
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Generous sick time policy
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Typically 8-hours per day, Monday through Friday
Diverse Workforce:
We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment.
Ability to Relocate:
- Spartanburg, SC: Relocate before starting work
Work Location: In person, in office
Contact: Email resume to Janie Duncan, Firm Administrator, jduncan@utilitytec.com and Emily Mitchell, Administrative Assistant, emitchell@utilitytec.com