AutoCAD Drafter

Aspirecomm; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Paid time off

Parental Leave

Team Building events

Opportunities for professional development

Dynamic work environment

Job summary

A fast-growing telecommunications company based in Orlando, Florida, is seeking an AutoCAD Drafter / OSP Designer. In this role, you will create and modify fiber optic designs, prepare construction documents, and collaborate with engineering and construction teams. Ideal candidates will have proficiency in AutoCAD, experience with utility drafting, and strong attention to detail. The company offers a competitive salary and benefits package along with opportunities for personal and professional growth in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in OSP fiber network design or similar utility drafting.
• Familiarity with aerial and underground OSP design standards.
• Understanding of NESC, NEC, and local permitting regulations.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans, construction drawings, and maps.
• Strong attention to detail and organization.

Responsibilities

• Create and modify detailed OSP fiber design drawings using AutoCAD and/or GIS platforms.
• Design aerial and underground fiber routes including conduit, handholes, poles, and splice locations.
• Prepare construction documents, plan and profile drawings, and fiber schematics.
• Interpret field survey data, utility records, and other engineering documents.
• Coordinate with permit agencies and utility companies to support permitting efforts.
• Maintain as-built records and documentation for ongoing and completed projects.
• Work with engineers and project managers to ensure timely and accurate project deliverables.

Skills

Proficient in AutoCAD (2D drafting)

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork skills

Tools

GIS systems (e.g., ESRI, QGIS)

Fiber management systems (e.g., Vetro FiberMap)

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Description

About Us

Aspire Communications is a fast-growing fiber-optic network provider dedicated to delivering cutting-edge broadband solutions to communities and businesses. We're looking for a detail-oriented AutoCAD Drafter / OSP Designer to join our engineering team and help design and support the expansion of our Outside Plant (OSP) infrastructure.

Job Summary

As an AutoCAD Drafter / OSP Designer, you will be responsible for creating accurate and efficient OSP fiber network designs, supporting permit applications, construction drawings, and as-built documentation. You’ll collaborate closely with engineering, permitting, and construction teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and modify detailed OSP fiber design drawings using AutoCAD and/or GIS platforms.
• Design aerial and underground fiber routes including conduit, handholes, poles, and splice locations.
• Prepare construction documents, plan and profile drawings, and fiber schematics.
• Interpret field survey data, utility records, and other engineering documents.
• Coordinate with permit agencies and utility companies to support permitting efforts.
• Maintain as-built records and documentation for ongoing and completed projects.
• Work with engineers and project managers to ensure timely and accurate project deliverables.

Requirements

• Proficient in AutoCAD (2D drafting) – Civil 3D or Map 3D experience is a plus.
• 1–3 years of experience in OSP fiber network design or similar utility drafting.
• Familiarity with aerial and underground OSP design standards.
• Understanding of NESC, NEC, and local permitting regulations.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans, construction drawings, and utility maps.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Experience with GIS systems (e.g., ESRI, QGIS) is a plus.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with fiber management systems (e.g., Vetro FiberMap, OSPInsight).
• Knowledge of permitting processes and working with municipalities or DOTs.
• Background in telecommunications or broadband industry.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability and Voluntary Buy Up of Life Insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental Leave
• Team Building events
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within a fast-growing telecommunications company.
• A dynamic and innovative work environment that fosters collaboration and growth.

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed