Role Description
A Drafter I will produce precast product elevations; a design set for the engineer, an approval set for the customer, and a final set for the field to use along with production drawings, steel drawings, and miscellaneous drawings for the plant and vendors use.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
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Perform the tasks below for low complexity projects with minimal assistance:
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With a Computer Aided Drafting System (CAD), layout precast units to correlate with plans, specifications, addendum, and the bid package.
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Recommend efficient and cost saving panel layouts to the related parties.
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Communicate with external contacts (Architects, Engineers, General Contractors, Steel Vendors, Outsource Companies, and their related positions), as well as internal contacts as needed.
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Document any changes or concerns and forward to the job team.
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Carry out all other related tasks to reach the goals of the drafting group.
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Input ideas to streamline processes.
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Help create and improve standards.
Qualifications
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A two (2) year technical college degree related to the construction industry, specific to drafting required, or equivalent.
Requirements
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Able to read and understand blueprints, customer sketches, and specifications.
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Proficient in AutoCAD or equivalent.
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Ability to correspond well with others and the flexibility to change tasks midstream.
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Some discretion and independent judgement may be required.
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Well versed with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
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Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with all internal and external contacts.
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Ability to work more than a 40-hour work week when required.
Preferred Qualifications
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Knowledge of Precast Wall construction.
Physical Requirements
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Move 25lbs (not for all jobs, reasonable accommodations will be made).
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Work with a computer for extended periods of time.
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Ability to work under strict deadlines.
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Ability to work in a team setting, as well as an individual setting.
Work Environment
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Remote/Office: Quiet with some ambient noise, climate controlled, fluorescent lighting.
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Occasional travel to field sites or other plants.
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Plant/Field: All types of weather conditions (year-round), dirt/dust, noise/vibrations from heavy machinery/vehicles, loud noises, little to no climate control, varying amounts of light, stairs, narrow walkways.