CAD Technician-Open Until Filled

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The purpose of this position is to assist the Public Works Engineering Services Division in providing design and CADD related services for construction and maintenance of infrastructure to enhance our community's quality of life. Work involves providing technical support to the design professionals by producing design and other engineering related documents necessary to convey design details to construction forces. Work also involves providing direct assistance to the public at large in accessing technical information developed for public use.

Essential duties include preparing base drawings for designs, preparing contour and topographic data for incorporation into base drawings, preparing plan/profile drawings and cross sections from base drawing and contour/topo information, coordinating with engineers for design input, and incorporating engineering design into drawings. The position also involves performing technical activities outside of the office, assisting engineers with field investigations, performing miscellaneous technical activities inside the office, preparing presentation documents and permit applications, maintaining computer and paper file systems, attending training, and serving on committees as assigned.

Other important or marginal duties include preparing blueprinting and copying drawings and documents for County staff and the general public.

This work entails a variety of complicated, technical tasks and making decisions that are repetitive on a recurring basis and commonly related to daily activities. The decisions are relatively simple, relying on historical data and previous solutions.

The supervisor gives specific instructions on all assignments. Work is reviewed for completeness and accuracy, or the employee performs tasks which provide inherent checks built into the nature of the work. This position involves mainly contact with internal staff to coordinate survey work and ensure data accuracy, seek direction and clarification on assignments, and to provide assistance in preparation of presentation materials.

Equipment and tools used include a personal computer, word processing/spreadsheet software, specialized software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, Arc GIS, and Arc Pro, adding machine and/or calculator, and a vehicle or light truck.

Work is performed in an office with some field work. A moderate degree of physical effort (standing, walking, driving) is required for performing this work.

Knowledge of standard office machines, procedures, processes, and filing systems. Knowledge of personal computer software in a Windows environment. Knowledge of CADD and engineering related software. Knowledge of Engineering Standards such as Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, Florida DOT Roadway and Traffic Design Standards, and other Applicable Engineering Standards. Skill to maintain computerized records. Ability to efficiently organize, prioritize, understand, and meet deadlines. Ability to initiate and follow through on assignments with attention to detail. Ability to add numbers, measure items, perform statistical computations, using formulas, fundamental engineering and surveying computations.

Requires graduation from an accredited junior or community college with an AA or AS degree in CADD or Engineering Design, or a related field; or high school diploma or an equivalent and two years of related work experience in the engineering and/or survey profession focusing on Transportation, Stormwater, Parks, Utility, and Subdivision Development projects. Must possess a valid State of Florida Driver's License and have a favorable driving record. Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check.