CAD Technician – Land
Job Snapshot:
- Job Type: Full-Time
- Shift: 8 Hours
- Location: Winter Garden, FL
- Payrate: Salary
General Summary:
A Computer-Aided Design (CAD) technician uses CAD software to create technical drawings and plans for products and parts in the engineering, survey, construction, and manufacturing industries. This role will work with the Project Manager to complete tasks as assigned. You will be focusing on surveying jobs related to a residential building project.
CAD tech will input design specifications into the CAD software. Working with a team or individually to complete the job. This position should have some experience in using AutoCAD and Computer skills since these will be used daily.
This role reports to and takes direction from the Manager of Building Services/Director of Build.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Downloads and processes field data in AutoCAD Civil 3D.
- Interprets and plots records deeds and plats for all types of property surveys.
- The record keeping and documentation of project requirements.
- Draft Boundary Surveys, Topographic Surveys, Hydrographic surveys, and other related surveys.
- Edit and finalize technical drawings.
- Make required modifications and updates to drawings.
- Assisting in establishing CAD standards and utilizing these standards to minimize hours required to complete a task.
- Be able to operate the plotter, printer, scanner, and other necessary devices.
- Receive, review, and return internal documents as requested on a timely basis, obtaining required authorizations to record billable hours and/or expenses for work performed.
- Analyze sketches, notes, and other input material to determine the best approach.
- Attend meetings outside of the office.
- Analyze sketches, drawings notes, and/or verbal information supplied by the engineer, surveyor, technician, or designer to determine the most appropriate views, detail drawings, and supplementary information needed to complete assignments.
- Create final pint clouds/as-builts plans for design and as-built purposes.
- Travel may be required within the Continental US
- Other duties as assigned by the Director of Construction
Qualifications and Education Requirements:
- High school education required.
- Associate degree in Drafting & Design (preferred).
- CST Certification.
- Computer skills in Microsoft (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Minimum one year of Land survey experience.
- Exposure to or entry-level proficiency in specialty areas such as: CAD, Cadastral, Platting, or other areas.
- Experience with AutoCAD 2007 or greater
Competencies and Personal Attributes:
- Self-starter
- Multitasker
- Attendance, punctuality, and reliability are essential requirements.
- Must be well organized and manage deadline
- Takes the initiative on tasks and in coordinating with other members of the team
- Effective written, communication, analytical, and interpersonal skills efficiently produce high-quality deliverables.
- Team-oriented with a strong capability to work independently
- Motivated to lead and mentor others on CAD and drawing production procedures.
- Has a persistent initiative to continually learn new technical practices and to earn the confidence of clients, company management/colleagues, and regulators.
Availability/Schedule: Day shift—Monday-Friday (8:00 am-4:30 pm)
Travel: Travel to local career fairs and conferences will be required.
Additional Notes:
Our values are what set us apart from other firms. We understand that forward-thinking and innovation are drivers of business performance. Our foundation lies within a legacy of deep-rooted values, like contribution and perseverance, that have given our employees a sense of community for over 30 years.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Plating: 1 year (Required)
- AutoCAD: 1 year (Required)
Additional Information:
- Ability to Commute: Winter Garden, FL (Required)
- Ability to Relocate: Relocate before starting work (required)
- Work Location: In person
- Schedule: 8-hour shift (Day shift—Monday to Friday)
- Work setting: In-person