## Job Description The Drafter provides drafting support using AutoCAD, MS Excel, MS Word and other programs. The Drafter maintains a high professional standard, working directly with team members, company leadership, and key clients. *\***This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including eligibility for Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB), 401k, and other valuable employee benefits**\** ## Responsibilities - Create accurate, detailed technical plans using CAD programs. - Work closely with project manager to develop details and construction plans. - Update CAD standards; contribute to and maintain components library. - Collect, study and combine rough sketches and initial design ideas from engineers into coherent technical drafts for further study and review by project managers. - Check that final technical drafts include all relevant information in an easy-to-read format, and verify that calculations, measurements and units are accurate based on initial design information from leadership. - Review technical drafts as needed according to verbal or written instructions from project managers, leadership team and clients. - Participate in design process by supporting company leadership. - Serve as a technical resource for employees who use drafting software less frequently. - This position has no supervisory responsibilities. - Other duties may be assigned. ## Qualifications - High School diploma or GED equivalent required. - Minimum one (1) year of relevant draft work experience required. - Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel required. - Knowledge of AutoCAD Architecture required. Knowledge of additional design software is desired. - Residential / light commercial construction knowledge is a plus but not required. - Excellent interpersonal skills, specifically written and oral communication. - A valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record for the past three (3) years to be eligible under company vehicle insurance policy preferred. - Must be able to commute to Big Lake, AK Mon-Fri. Working Conditions and Physical Requirements This position operates in a professional, climate-controlled office environment. The role is highly collaborative and involves frequent interaction with engineers, architects, and project managers. This is a largely sedentary role that requires extended periods of sitting and working at a computer workstation. It requires continuous use of a keyboard, mouse, and high-resolution dual monitors. Close visual acuity is required to view detailed technical drawings, 3D models, and small text data. High attention to detail and prolonged mental concentration are necessary. Light physical effort is occasionally required, such as lifting or moving office equipment, files, manuals, up to 10-20 pounds. Primarily office-based, though occasional travel may be required to verify dimensions or review project constraints. Occasional exposure to a production shop floor/construction site environment, which may include louder noises and require protective equipment (PPE). This is a full-time, office-based position with standard daytime hours. Occasional flexibility may be required to meet tight project deadlines. Competencies To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: Language Skills Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals, write routine reports and correspondence, speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization. Mathematical Skills Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals, compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. Reasoning Ability Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form, deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.