What are the responsibilities and job description for the CAD TECHNICIAN II position at JDS Consulting, PLLC?
At JDS Consulting, progress is the way we do business. Progress represents the rapid and streamlined manner in which we move clients from initial requests to final delivery. Progress represents the infrastructure improvements we make by delivering innovative yet practical solutions for every step of the life cycle. We measure progress by the value we bring to your investments, the reputation we build for excellence, and the lives we improve by creating safe, sustainable, and fulfilling spaces where people live, work, travel, and play.
JDS Priorities for 2026:
Risk management
Communication & customer service
Lastly financial profitability
Position Summary
The preferred candidate will have experience in CAD Drafting and Design. The ideal candidate will collaborate with other drafters and designers to provide structural engineering and building design services for production home builders, custom home builders, and light commercial construction projects. Ideal candidate to have an architectural design background for national, regional, and custom builders.
Primary Responsibilities and Expectations
Highly detail-oriented
Self-motivated
Ability to work with focus and care
Interest in this field of work
Three years of AutoCAD experience required
Ability to follow complex written and oral instructions on simultaneous assignments
Ability to read design drawings, maps, and sketches
Reasonable ability to sketch concepts for graphic representation
Reasonable ability to perform mathematical and statistical computations
Some knowledge of the techniques, practices, methods, and procedures of building inspection
In-field construction experience desired
Intermediate knowledge of standard construction practices and details
Education in related fields is desired
Must be authorized to work in the US
Knowledge of the techniques, practices, methods, and procedures of AutoCAD /or computer-aided design. Ability to communicate with clients verbally, orally, and timely.
Intermediate knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and Gmail, and the ability and willingness to learn new software applications.
Excellent organizational skills, communication skills, the ability to multitask, and most importantly, the ability to work well in a team.
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills to convey data, both internal and external
Highly Proficient with Microsoft, Adobe Acrobat, and Google applications.
Excellent time management skills with a high attention to detail.
Must be able to manage multiple projects at a time and communicate with clients and managers about project status regularly
An in-person or remote assessment will be required to ensure qualifications and CAD technician skills.
Position is open to remote workers in the EST time zone.
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental Insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- 9 Paid holidays
- Paid time off (vacation, sick, bereavement, parental leave)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
- Bonus structure
Associate's or Bachelor’s degree from a U.S. accredited university in Civil or Construction Engineering or a related field.
Salary : $45,000 - $60,000