drafter

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• College/CEGEP
• or equivalent experience
• Architectural drafting and architectural CAD/CADD

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Willing to relocate

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Read blueprints to determine work requirements
• Develop and prepare design sketches
• Prepare construction specifications, costs and material estimates
• Prepare contracts and tenders
• Write specifications
• Estimate costs and materials
• Complete documentation packages and drawing sets
• Consult with client, engineers or production specialists to establish product requirements

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Drafting (Architectural) Trade Certification

Experience and specialization

Type of drafting

• Manual drafting
• Shop drawings

Computer and technology knowledge

• Web service design
• Desktop publishing software
• Mapping and data visualization software
• Adobe Photoshop
• MS Office
• MS Windows
• Spreadsheet

Area of work experience

• Instrumentation
• Fabrication
• Quality assurance or control

Area of specialization

• Construction
• Drafting

Additional information

Security and safety

• Secret clearance
• Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

• Own vehicle

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Sitting
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Personal suitability

• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Organized
• Team player

Benefits

Financial benefits

• Gasoline paid

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Parking available