CAD Technician - Civil

Job Details

Are you looking for a fast-paced, collaborative work environment with plenty of opportunities for career growth? If so, DPSI, an established multi-discipline firm of engineering, land surveying, inspection, construction and safety professionals might have the perfect opportunity for you! We are actively recruiting for a CAD Technician to join our San Luis Obispo office. DPSI offers an extensive benefits package, 401k options with employer matching, career development plans and more! Please review the general summary below to see if your skills would be a fit for our team.

General Summary

Prepare and label drawings and improvement plans used in civil engineering projects based on the design provided by a civil designer or civil engineer, with assistance from the designer or more experienced cad technician. Such plans include grading and drainage plans, water plans, pipelines, erosion control plans, and public works improvement plans.

Essential Job Function

1. Produce improvement plans, exhibits and drawings using Civil 3D, working under the direction of a civil designer.
2. Produce maps, diagrams, and profiles, using cross-sections and surveys, to represent elevations, topographical contours, subsurface formations and structures.
3. Create maps, diagrams, and profiles, using cross-sections and surveys, to represent elevations, topographical contours, subsurface formations and structures.
4. Create maps, diagrams and profiles using Civil 3D design surfaces.
5. Draft plan view of detailed, and rough grading plans for various clientele, such as commercial and industrial developers, and oil field operations.
6. Create and manipulate construction details and cross sections.
7. Finish and duplicate drawings and documentation packages, according to required mediums and specifications for reproduction using blueprinting, photography, or other duplicating methods.
8. Ability to address redlined comments from internal review.
9. Other duties as apply

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of Civil 3D drafting techniques.
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals involved in production of precision technical plans, drawings, and exhibits.
• Ability to use mathematics (algebra and geometry) to solve problems.
• Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services
• Effective verbal and written communication.

Education and Experience

• 1+ years of experience in Civil 3D drafting or
• Some drafting and Civil Engineering, or closely related field, college course taken.
• Background knowledge in the land development industry
• Competent in Microsoft Office suite program Some drafting and Civil Engineering college courses taken

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 100% company-paid employee medical, dental, vision and life insurance as well and long-term disability benefits
• Vacation and Sick Time Off
• Option for 9/80 schedule
• Robust 401k plan with a generous company match
• Collaborative, friendly fun environment for our employees to thrive in

 Diversified Project Services International, Inc. (DPSI)

 04/18/2024

 All cities,CA