AutoCAD Drafter

Immediate W2 contract position available in Atlanta, GA (Hybrid).
Estimated Duration: 2 years

Job Summary:

• We are seeking a GIS Technician with strong AutoCAD skills to support our Network Underground Services (NUS) team.
• This role focuses on the design, creation of specification drawings, and maintenance of underground drawings, ensuring strict adherence to departmental procedures.
• The GIS Technician will play a crucial role in producing engineering drawings, updating GIS data, and maintaining drawings to support both the Network Underground Design Engineer and the NUS Test Group.
• This position is pivotal in ensuring data accuracy and operational efficiency within our team.
• This position requires availability to be in the office four days a week, with flexibility to work remotely for the remainder of the week.

Major Job Responsibilities:

• Safety First: Prioritize safety in all tasks and lead by example.
• Data Management: Input, process, and maintain underground network data using GIS and AutoCAD tools.
• Design and Drafting: Prepare high-quality design packages for manhole and vault and other underground facilities, ensuring compliance with company standards.
• Project Coordination: Coordinate with other departments and external vendors to resolve design and material issues.
• Site Visits: Conduct site visits for project assessments, including pre-construction, during construction, and post-construction phases.
• Support Services: Provide support to construction services, project management, and maintenance teams.
• Design Review: Participate in design review meetings and provide oversight for engineers and drafters.
• Standardization Efforts: Support the company’s design criteria and standardization initiatives.
• Permit Coordination: Manage business needs with municipalities around the state, including COA, GDOT, and other municipalities.
• Locate Requests: Submit locate requests using Georgia 811’s online EDEN system.
• Traffic Control Diagrams: Create MUTCD traffic control diagrams and location maps.

Education Requirements:

• An associate’s degree or Certificate in GIS is preferred.
• AutoCAD training, experience, or certification is required.

Experience:

• Experience in using AutoCAD for design and drafting is required.
• Experience in GIS applications is advantageous.
• Experience in creating network underground designs drawings is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Proficiency in AutoCAD and basic GIS knowledge.
• Ability to translate verbal and written information into two-dimensional drawings.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to work well in a team environment and build effective relationships.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a self-starter attitude.
• Must demonstrate the Company Values – Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity and Superior Performance.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with 3D modeling software such as Civil 3D is beneficial.
• Familiarity with GIS, CYME, Permitting processes with COA and GDOT
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects and manage workload effectively.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $30.00 - $36.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Salary : $30 - $36