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Civil Drafter

Actalent
Frankfort, KY Contractor
POSTED ON 6/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/2/2026
Job Title: Civil Drafter – Water Resources
Job Description

This role focuses on providing drafting and design support for water resources projects, including water treatment plants and pump stations. The Civil Drafter will use AutoCAD Civil 3D to produce accurate drawings and assist with grade work and yard piping layouts, contributing directly to the successful delivery of critical infrastructure projects and offering strong opportunities for career advancement.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare detailed civil drawings and plans for water treatment plants and pump stations using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
  • Support the water resources team with design work, ensuring drawings meet project specifications and standards.
  • Assist with grade work design, including grading plans and related civil site layouts.
  • Develop and update yard piping layouts and associated details for water and wastewater facilities.
  • Coordinate drafting work with engineers and other team members to ensure consistency and accuracy.
  • Review and revise drawings based on feedback from project engineers and project managers.
  • Maintain organized drawing files and documentation to support project workflows.
  • Follow established drafting standards, templates, and procedures to ensure quality and efficiency.
Essential Skills
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D for civil drafting and design.
  • Experience preparing civil drawings for water-related infrastructure such as water treatment plants and pump stations.
  • Ability to assist with grade work design and yard piping layouts.
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy in drafting work.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with engineers and other project team members.
  • Solid understanding of basic civil engineering and site design concepts.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • Prior hands-on experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D is heavily preferred.
  • Experience working on water resources, water treatment, or pump station projects is a plus.
  • Familiarity with grading plans and civil site design is beneficial.
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple drawing tasks.
  • Willingness to learn and grow within a civil engineering and water resources team.
  • Motivation to take advantage of advancement opportunities within the organization.
Work Environment

This position is based in an office environment in Frankfort, KY, working Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The role involves daily use of AutoCAD Civil 3D and related design software on standard office computer equipment. The work setting is professional and collaborative, with close interaction with engineers and other technical staff. The schedule is stable and full-time, providing a consistent workweek in a traditional office setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Frankfort, KY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Frankfort,KY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 6, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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