Drafting Technician/Technologist

Holcim Ltd.; Winnipeg; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Health & Dental benefits

Pension Plan

RRSP and TFSA access

EFAP and mental health support

Career growth opportunities

PPE provided

Job summary

Amrize North America Inc. is seeking a Drafting Technician/Technologist to convert contract drawings, specifications, and notes into accurate precast production and construction shop drawings.

Reporting to a Drafting Supervisor, you will prepare detailed CAD drawings for fabrication and installation of precast components. You will collaborate with Sales, Project Management and Operations to meet schedules, ensuring quality and compliance with company standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and 2-3 years of technician/technology training.
• Minimum three years of experience in the construction industry.
• Proficient in drafting construction drawings and shop drawings using AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Draft precast construction (erection) and production drawings in a fast-paced environment.
• Prepare hardware details and material lists as required.
• Layout drawings consistent with company standards.
• Retrieve project documents to ensure drawing accuracy and completion.
• Archive project documents per Amrize policy.
• Plan and organize work priorities to meet customer schedules.
• Interpret specifications related to the construction industry.
• Collaborate with Sales, Project Management and Operations.
• Adhere to health, safety and environmental policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Self-motivated

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two to three years technician or technology training

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Microsoft Excel

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Amrize is building North America. From bridges and railways to data centers, schools, offices and homes, our solutions are inside the buildings and infrastructure that connect people and advance how we live. And we invite you to come and build with us.

As the partner of choice for professional builders, we offer advanced branded solutions from foundation to rooftop. Wherever our customers are, whatever their job, we’re ready to deliver. Our 19,000 colleagues work across 1,000 sites supported by an unparalleled distribution network. Infrastructure, commercial and residential, new build, repair and refurbishment: We’re in every construction market.

Amrize listed on the New York Stock Exchange and the SIX Swiss Exchange on June 23, 2025, following our spinoff as an independent company. Join us and build your ambition.

Join Amrize as a Drafting Technician/Technologistand help construct what's next. If you're ready to put your skills to work on projects that matter — and build a career with a company that’s building North America — we want to hear from you!

ABOUT THE ROLE

The CAD Technician/Technologist is responsible for the articulation of information from contract drawings, addendum, specifications, written documents and oral instruction in providing accurate precast production and construction shop drawings. Reporting to the Drafting Supervisor, the incumbent will prepare accurate construction and production drawings utilizing CAD drafting techniques showing all details required for the complete fabrication and installation of precast concrete components. Planning and organization is an important dimension of this position where both internal and external customer schedules requirements must be met. Project collaboration will include working alongside Sales, Project Management and Operation teams.

WHAT YOU’LL ACCOMPLISH

• Performing all drafting functions, including precast construction (erection) and production drawings in a fast paced work environment.
• Preparing hardware details and material list and others as may be required.
• Laying out of drawings consistent with company standard details and practices.
• Project document and information retrieval to ensure drawing accuracy and completion.
• Ensuring project documents are archived according to the Amrize policy.
• Planning and organize work priorities to meet customer schedules and demand.
• Ability to interpret specifications related to construction industry.
• Assist in other endeavors, as required.
• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Education: High school diploma or equivalent

Required Training/Certifications: Two or three years Technician or Technology training from technical college

Required Work experience: Minimum three years experience in construction industry

Required Technical Skills: Proficient in drafting construction drawings and shop drawings with AutoCad. Computer skills training programs or equivalent work experience including software applications such as Microsoft Excel, communications and knowledge of network operations

Additional Requirements:

• Experience in the Precast Concrete Industry is an asset.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Good work ethics and possess can do attitude
• 3D modeling skill with Revit is an asset
• Capable to read and understand specifications, architectural and structural drawings
• Must be a team player with excellent organizational skills.
• Self-motivated and driven.
• Ability to maintain good customer relations (prompt to response time).
• Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Amrize approved Personal Protective Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Flexible Health & Dental benefits coverage for you and your dependants.
• A generous Pension Plan designed to support you through various stages of your career and life.
• Access to voluntary programs like RRSP and TFSA for future financial planning.
• Healthy Living support through an Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), offering confidential assistance for work, health, or life challenges.
• Easy access to mental health and well-being support.
• Service recognition awards to celebrate your contributions.
• Perks & discounts on a variety of products and services.
• Access to online learning platforms, financial educational assistance, and a culture that fosters career growth and opportunities.
• Financial support for new parents beyond statutory benefits.
• An inclusive and welcoming environment where everyone can be themselves.
• A collaborative work culture in a supportive and team-oriented work environment.
• Company-provided personal protective equipment ensuring your safety and comfort on the job where applicable.

As part of our dedicated focus on the health and safety of all employees, a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing and a criminal record check, will be required.

BUILDING INCLUSIVE WORKSPACES

At Amrize, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. We're seeking builders, creative thinkers and innovators. Come put your expertise to work while developing the knowledge and skills to drive your career forward. With us you’ll have the chance to build your ambition!

Amrize North America Inc. takes pride in our hiring processes and our commitment that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, citizenship, physical or mental disability, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Amrize North America Inc, and its respective subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers, deciding all employment on the basis of qualification, merit and business need. Amrize Canada Inc. is committed to the principles of employment equity and encourages the applications from women, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities.Amrize North America Inc. participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please email [e-mail] . This email address should only be used for accommodations and not general inquiries or resume submittals. In Ontario, our organization/business is committed to fulfilling our requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Under the Act, accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.