CAD Technician

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Drafts designs created by others using industry standards client guidelines manufacturer specifications and Squan standards.
• Uses value-based engineering approach to make routing/environment decisions to create an efficient quality constructable permit drawing. Creates permit drawings taking into account Jurisdiction Having Authority (JHA) standards client requirements and Squan processes.
• Drafts splicing schematics created by others that are accurate.
• Posts as-built plant records based on construction daily reports and/or redline drawings.
• Works closely with internal construction peer designers or drafters design lead and design manager to ensure quality and timely delivery.
• Drives profitability by creating constructable quality permits that meet jurisdiction requirements and will be granted approval.
• Stays current with JHA changes and understands the scope applicable to the work being performed.
• Communicates with permit coordinators/design leads and keeps project tracker(s) current up to the hour.
• Adheres to the timelines for drafting / permit creation quality control and all other tasks.
• Collaborates with permit coordinator design lead and design manager to overcome obstacles that prevent timely delivery of a quality product.
• Focuses on high level customer interaction to both internal and external customers.
• Validation of daily work received from the field to guarantee accuracy of both in-house and subcontractor deliverables where applicable.
• Attend meetings with permit coordinator design lead or design manager as needed.
• May be required to draw various polygons in GIS tools as required by the project scope.
• Submits timesheets daily with the appropriate time coded to the project aspect and task.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Design Lead or Design Manager

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to follow a process and interpret JHA redlines internal QA markups standards guidelines and requirements effectively.
• Excels at organization time management problem-solving communication and attention to detail.
• Demonstrates a sense of urgency and prioritizes tasks effectively.
• Good organizational skills with the ability to plan coordinate and track project development.
• Strong work ethic and leads by example and does what it takes to get the job done.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite AutoCAD and various other software programs.
• Ability to always communicate professionally with clarity at the frequencies required by management and customers.
• Takes feedback well and can effectively apply it to make necessary adjustments.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to manage time based on production metrics.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Must be 18 or older.
• Must be proficient in AutoCAD with a minimum of 2 years of experience.
• Able to work with minimal supervision and complete tasks assigned on time.
• Valid drivers license and excellent driving record.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and background check.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

• Bilingual (Spanish/English)
• Bachelors degree in engineering business administration or a related degree
• Two years of experience in telecommunication OSP or with a public or private utility.

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