Drafting technician

Job summary

Prepare engineering designs, shop drawings, and drawing sets, and read blueprints to determine project requirements. Review drawings for errors and conformity, and complete the required documentation packages.

Job details

Overview Languages French Education College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years Experience 1 year to less than 2 years Hybrid Work must be completed both in person and remotely. Work site environment Interior Responsibilities Tasks Prepare engineering designs and drawings Read blueprints to determine work requirements Complete documentation packages and drawing sets Examine drawings for conformity and errors Experience and specialization Type of drafting Shop drawings Type of product Lumber Computer and technology knowledge Project management software Computer-aided design (CAD) Area of work experience Fabrication Area of specialization Construction Project management Civil engineering Buildings and structures Structural engineering Additional information Transportation/travel information Public transportation is available Work conditions and physical capabilities Work under pressure Tight deadlines Attention to detail Ability to distinguish between colours Own tools/equipment Computer Internet access Personal suitability Organized Team player Benefits Health benefits Disability benefits Health care plan Financial benefits Life insurance Pension plan Long term benefits Long-term care insurance Other Benefits Learning/training paid by employer Team building opportunities

What you’ll do

Prepare engineering designs, shop drawings, and drawing sets, and read blueprints to determine project requirements. Review drawings for errors and conformity, and complete the required documentation packages.

Requirements

The posting asks for a college, CEGEP, or other non-university certificate or diploma from a one- to two-year program, along with one to less than two years of experience. Relevant experience or specialization includes drafting, fabrication, construction, civil or structural engineering, and buildings and structures.

Benefits

• Disability Benefits • Health Care Plan • Life Insurance • Pension Plan • Long-Term Care Insurance • Paid Learning and Training • Team-Building Opportunities

Listed skills

• Teamwork · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Engineering Design
• Technical Drawing
• Blueprint Reading
• Drawing Set Preparation
• Documentation Preparation
• Drawing Review
• Shop Drawings
• Computer-Aided Design (CAD)
• Project Management Software
• Fabrication
• Construction
• Civil Engineering
• Structural Engineering
• Building Design
• Attention to Detail
• Teamwork

Job areas

• Engineering
• Construction
• Art & Design