Computer Aided Design (CAD) Technician- Home Builder

Job Description

Job Description

Allen & Company seeks a Computer-Aided Design (CAD) technician to create technical drawings and plans for survey and construction. This role will design, review, edit, and submit surveying tasks daily for a residential building project. Applicants must have strong attention to detail and be motivated to complete a high volume of tasks daily. The CAD tech will enter design specifications into CAD software based on client data and field survey results. This position requires experience with AutoCAD and Other Computer skills, as these will be used daily. CAD Technicians are expected to have strong attention to detail and communication skills to work with a team or individually to complete assigned tasks.

This role reports to the Senior Manager of Home Builder Operations.

 

Roles responsibilities

• Review, edit, and submit jobs daily
• Download and process field data in AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Create, edit, and finalize technical drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Pay close attention to detail to make required modifications and updates to drawings.
• Interpret and plot records, deeds, and plats for all types of property surveys.
• Accurate record-keeping and documentation of project requirements.
• Communicate with the field crew when needed to address issues.
• Interpret and plot records, deeds, and plats for all property survey types.
• Prepare all legal descriptions for a specific job.
• Create drawings of proposed designs using CAD Civil 3D.
• Receive, review, and return internal documents as requested on a timely basis, obtaining required authorizations to record billable hours and/or expenses for work performed.
• Analyze sketches, drawings, notes, and/or verbal information supplied by the engineer, surveyor, technician, or designer to determine the most appropriate views, detail drawings, and supplementary information needed to complete assignments.
• Set up all legal descriptions that go to a specific job.
• Enter time daily into Unanet.
• Work with the Project Managers daily.
• Communicate with the field crew and department coordinators when needed to address issues.
• Communicate with the supervisor of the property when needed.
• Create final print clouds/as-builts plans for design and as-built purposes.
• Other duties as assigned by the Senior Manager of Home Builder Operations

 

​​Qualifications and Education Requirements​

• High school education is required.
• Exposure to or entry-level proficiency in specialty areas such as: CAD, Cadastral, Platting, or other areas.
• Experience with AutoCAD 2007 or later.
• Computer skills in Microsoft (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Associate degree in Drafting & Design (preferred).
• CST Certification (preferred).
• Minimum one year of Land survey experience (preferred).

 

Competencies and personal attributes

• Strong attention to detail and meticulous review skills are necessary.
• Timely, effective written and oral communication skills.
• Attendance, punctuality, and reliability are essential requirements.
• Strong work ethic and team-player attitude.
• Ability to work with others in a group or team and remain flexible despite interruptions and routine changes to priorities and job duties.

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The familiar work environment for this position is an indoor business office environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will frequently sit, talk, or hear and will occasionally stoop, kneel, and reach with hands and arms.

 

Availability/Schedule

Availability and regular schedule for this role are Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-4:30 pm. Overtime hours are often available for motivated employees who want to complete a higher volume of work.

 

Travel

This role may require local travel. All employees are expected to be familiar with and adhere to the Company’s Vehicle Safety Policies. Any employee who operates a company vehicle is required to always fully comply with all aspects of this policy.

 

​​Additional Notes​

Our organization is committed to upholding the highest standards of Quality, Professionalism, and Integrity in everything we do. We foster a culture of Innovation, open Communication, and Collaboration to drive continuous improvement. By prioritizing both our employees and our clients, we ensure a supportive, employee-focused environment and deliver exceptional, client-focused service.

\nCompany Description

Allen & Company is a technology-focused surveying, mapping, and geospatial services firm based in Florida and serving the Southern U.S. Our teams cater to architecture, engineering, construction, development, commercial real estate, healthcare, resorts, theme parks, and other industrial sectors nationwide.

We actively support large-scale projects across various industries by providing comprehensive surveying solutions and assistance. As a leading provider of surveying, mapping, and geospatial services for commercial and industrial clients, attracting talented professionals to grow and develop remains our top priority.

Company Description

Allen & Company is a technology-focused surveying, mapping, and geospatial services firm based in Florida and serving the Southern U.S. Our teams cater to architecture, engineering, construction, development, commercial real estate, healthcare, resorts, theme parks, and other industrial sectors nationwide.\r\n\r\nWe actively support large-scale projects across various industries by providing comprehensive surveying solutions and assistance. As a leading provider of surveying, mapping, and geospatial services for commercial and industrial clients, attracting talented professionals to grow and develop remains our top priority.