CAD Technician - Laredo, TX
Ardurra Group, LLC

Job Info

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Ardurra is seeking a CAD Technician to join our team in Laredo, TX.

Primary Function:

Candidate would use CAD equipment/software to provide support to engineers by preparing construction drawings for projects that are related to public works and water/wastewater facilities.

With minimal supervision, performs a variety of moderately-difficult to difficult drafting/design assignments which require the application of advanced drafting and/or fundamental design techniques in accordance with company and industry standards and codes. Detailed instructions are provided by immediate supervisor for assignments involving introduction to basic design concepts. This is the entry-level design position.

Primary Duties:

• Candidates should have a solid understanding of drafting techniques and familiarity with engineering terminology and construction drawings.
• Candidate should possess mechanical aptitude with ability to complete basic mathematical calculations. The level of responsibility required of the candidate will be based on their level of experience and familiarity with CAD software.
• Prepares moderately-difficult to difficult engineering and construction drawings for a complete phase of a project, utilizing manual and computer-assisted drafting/design techniques. In most cases, only minimal information and very rough sketches are provided.
• Performs discipline design tasks which regularly require the application of fundamental engineering concepts and mathematical formulas. These assignments may include determining material needs and performing necessary calculations using accepted formulas and references, as well as developing and detailing minor design elements which have not been clearly defined in the layouts or sketches.
• Reviews manufacturers' or fabricators' prints for conformance with contract specifications.
• Performs routine checking and/or verification tasks.
• Supports field assignments as required.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Entry-level classification normally requiring an Associate's degree or high school graduate with vo-tech training in basic drafting technology (or equivalent working knowledge/experience), 2 years of progressive AutoCAD or MicroStation experience preferred.

General Competencies

• Technical capacity and ability to visualize survey and civil elements in 2-D viewpoints based on limited 3-D alternative views, and vice versa.
• Good communication & collaboration skills.
• Problem solving and analysis skills.
• Ability to project the time required to meet goals, manage time available and prioritize production based on deadlines.

Why Ardurra?
While Ardurra offers competitive compensation and rich benefits programs, it is our culture that truly sets us apart from our peers. We nurture a family-like culture, striving to create a work environment that is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding but also fun. We are acutely focused on developing our staff, whether through our internal Ardurra Academy or through our industry-leading Leadership program. We have made a deliberate and focused commitment to nurture a people-centric culture where people are: valued as individuals; supported in their professional and career development with multiple, varied career paths; provided the tools and resources to be successful, engaged, and satisfied in their work; and positive benefits, time-off programs, and flexibility to help maintain a healthy balance between work and home.
Ardurra is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
Ardurra does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Agency Agreement, Ardurra will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. If a resume or candidate is submitted to any hiring manager without a previously signed agreement, Ardurra reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. These candidates will be considered property of Ardurra. We're not currently looking to add any more agencies to our list of approved vendors, so please do not contact any of our managers or recruitment team with sales calls or details of your candidates.

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