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CAD Drafter II/III

Ridgeline Telecom
Brea, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/12/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/12/2025

Company Overview

At Ridgeline Telecom we create paths that propel information at the speed of light. We are telco enthusiasts with the reputation of being the dependable, no-nonsense, company who consistently delivers rock solid results. We do this through our core values (RIDGE) and our people.

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Designer III for our Brea office. The Designer III will have a high-level understanding of Telecom Design and AutoCAD with working knowledge for engineering tasks. This position is primarily civil based AutoCAD design and will directly involve the design and drafting of outside plant cable plans both aerial and underground. This position will also require knowledge or experience of local city and county design standards for the purposes of obtaining excavation permits and any necessary temporary traffic control designs to complete the work as designed.

Responsibilities and Duties

  • Create permit drawings in accordance with local municipal rules.
  • Conduct utility research using tools such as Google Earth, various GIS Software from the municipalities, and any information gathered from Fielding department.
  • Collaborate with other departments (Engineering and Aerial) to effectively design fiber optic networks for various client’s needs.
  • Create and revise civil drawings within public right-of-way or per agency requirements.
  • Research building data, state, and local code requirements, and interpret survey data for accuracy and verification of project
  • Design traffic control plans for custom and typical requirements in accordance with Work Area Traffic Control Handbook, (WATCH) and Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, (MUTCD) standards
  • 3GIS Knowledge and is familiar with public utility infrastructure and telecommunications networks.
  • Creates cable maps and maintains fiber integrity in accordance with FTTH standards using FROGS system.
  • Route Planning and High-Level Design and analysis.
  • Show a level of competency and reliability to over produce on standard numbers.
  • Works efficiently and with accuracy with minimal supervision.
  • Operates with self-accountability and strives to deliver excellence.
  • Identifies and communicates barriers to productivity success, continuously focused on building sustainable processes.
  • Able to use conductive reasoning when faced with barriers with strong problem-solving abilities.
  • Analytical and innovative thinker.
  • Able to identify and resolve failed processes, wrong CAD templates, broken code/data transfers etc.

Qualifications and Skills

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum 2 years AutoCAD experience
  • Advanced in AutoCAD, base-mapping, fundamental knowledge of running line, conduit, cable design fiber optics, manholes, and hand holes
  • A deep understanding/experience in the Outside Plant telecom industry, public right-of-way, private easements, existing utilities such as water, sewer, electric, gas, and other underground and aerial utilities Strong MS Office skills (Outlook, Word)
  • Knowledgeable in city, county, and local municipalities encroachment permits, Traffic Control and specialty permits (e.g., UPRR, Caltrans, etc.), easement right away and various environmental permits are highly desired
  • Works efficiently and with accuracy.
  • Operates with self-accountability and strives to deliver excellence.
  • Able to use conductive reasoning when faced with barriers with strong problem-solving abilities.
  • Analytical and innovative thinker.
  • Strong teamwork capabilities and communication skills
  • A highly motivated individual capable of performing in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong MS Office skills (Outlook, Word)
  • Power design, EV Charging design, Infrastructure design on build out.

Benefits and Perks

  • Robust suite of Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD, FSA, EAP
  • 401k with company match
  • Paid time off and Sick time
  • 11 paid company holidays
  • Casual work environment
  • Awesome consumer discounts

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $24 - $30

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