FIELD / CLIMBING AND AutoCAD Drafting Technician

Teletek Structures Inc.; St. Jacobs; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A telecommunications engineering firm is seeking an entry-level FIELD / CLIMBING AND AutoCAD Drafting Technician to work on telecommunications infrastructure. Responsibilities include site inspections and producing AutoCAD drawings. The ideal candidate should be a graduate in Civil Engineering Technology or Drafting, with AutoCAD proficiency and a desire to work outdoors. Benefits include vacation, sick days, and profit-sharing bonuses.

Benefits

2 weeks of vacation

5 paid sick days

Potential profit-sharing bonuses

Qualifications

• Graduate from a Civil Engineering Technology or Drafting Program.
• Experience using AutoCAD in professional or academic settings.
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Complete inspections on cell tower structures as part of a field inspection team.
• Develop installation drawings for telecom projects collaborating with the team.
• Compile inspection findings into reports.

Skills

Proficiency with AutoCAD

Microsoft Office programs

Ability to work at heights

Education

Civil Engineering Technology or Drafting Program Graduate

Job description

Overview

You’re a FIELD / CLIMBING AND AutoCAD Drafting Technician looking for a drafting and field (climbing heights) entry-level role in the telecommunications industry. You’re driven to prove yourself and want an exciting, hands-on job while working outdoors in the elements. Join Teletek Structures, an engineering firm that builds and maintains telecommunications infrastructure for networks such as Bell, Rogers and Telus. We’re growing and looking for entry-level drafting technicians / climbers to join our team.

Responsibilities

• As an entry-level climber, work as part of an experienced field inspection team to complete inspections on cell tower structures.
• Travel to different sites daily, primarily across Ontario and occasionally to western Canada.
• Carry out audit inspections, post inspections and CSA Maintenance inspections, performing inspections from the ground and from the towers (climbing from 100 to 1000 feet).
• For audits, gather information for structural analysis; for post inspections, ensure installations align with engineering drawings and client specifications.
• Compile inspection findings into inspection reports.
• Use AutoCAD skills to create basic drawings illustrating measured findings.

AutoCAD Drafting Technician / Steel Detailer (dual focus)

• Work as part of the Structural Steel Detailing Team to develop installation drawings for telecom projects.
• Collaborate with a intermediate Steel Detailer, engineers, consultants, contractors and other stakeholders to gather details and produce, maintain, and update accurate AutoCAD drawings and schematics.
• Produce AutoCAD drawings that meet client expectations and project deadlines.
• Maintain and update AutoCAD schematics as required.
• Conduct site visits to gather information.

Qualifications

• You are a Civil Engineering Technology or Drafting Program Graduate.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD; experience with AutoCAD in professional or academic settings preparing drawings/schematics related to civil engineering or structural detailing.
• Valid driver’s license for travel to field inspection sites.
• Experience with Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) at an intermediate level.
• Desire and ability to obtain a working at heights certificate and/or completion of a working at heights certification.
• Experience in the engineering or construction industry is preferred.

Benefits and Details

• Full-time permanent position, Monday to Friday; field work with occasional office work in St. Jacobs.
• Typical start time between 7:00 and 8:00 am; full 8-hour days with occasional overtime; overtime pay available.
• 2 weeks of vacation, 5 paid sick days, a week off between Christmas and New Year’s, benefits, and potential profit-sharing bonuses.

How to Apply

Our online application assesses qualifications, personality traits and workplace preferences and should take 10 to 15 minutes to complete. If needed, we can provide accommodation in the recruitment process. We value diversity and inclusion and encourage all qualified people to apply.

We will review applications, with priority given to those who have completed the assessment, and we look forward to hearing from you.