Chief Architect Drafter

Ben The Builder, Inc.; Ashland (OR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,800; Full time

Job summary

Ben The Builder Inc is seeking an in-office drafting professional to convert site measurements and planner sketches into Chief Architect models and permit-ready plan sets for residential remodels and additions. This role operates Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM with no overtime or weekend work.

Strong knowledge of Chief Architect and related CAD software is essential. The candidate will work on 3D as-builts, correct perspectives, topography, framing plans, and electrical/lighting

Qualifications

• Proficiency with Chief Architect and related CAD tools used for residential drafting.
• Experience creating 3D as-built models and accurate perspectives for remodels and additions.
• Ability to interpret site measurements and planner sketches into permit-ready plans.
• Familiarity with topography, framing plans, electrical/lighting layouts, and field notes.

Skills

Chief Architect

3D as-builts

3D perspectives

Topography

Framing plans

Electrical & lighting plans

Field notes

Residential building code

Other CAD

Collaborating with planners

Collaborating with builders

Collaborating with homeowners

Chief Architect versions used

Other design/CAD software

Tools

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Revit

Job description

Our drafters turn site measurements and planner sketches into accurate Chief Architect models and permit-ready plan sets for residential remodels. We work 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday — no overtime, no weekends.

Ben The Builder Inc is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.

Our drafters turn site measurements and planner sketches into accurate Chief Architect models and permit-ready plan sets for residential remodels and additions, and sometimes new homes.

Position & Availability

Date available to start (Required) MM slash DD slash YYYY

Desired hourly pay

Desired hours per week

This work is done in our office, not remotely. Monday through Friday. The day can be less than eight hours. We are in the office by 6:15 AM, and you start no later than 9:00 AM. Weekly hours are negotiable. Full time is available, and part time works for us if you prefer it. Do you have any obligations or schedule conflicts that would keep you from being there consistently? (Required)

Yes

No

If yes, describe

How did you hear about us?

Applied or worked here before? (Required)

Yes

No

If yes, when?

Proof of work eligibility (Form I-9) is required at hire, not with this application. Do not include your Social Security number on this form.

Full legal name (last, first, middle) (Required)

Preferred name

Street address (Required)

City / State / ZIP (Required)

Email (Required)

Phone (Required)

Are you 18 or older? (Required)

Yes

No

Legally authorized to work in the U.S.? (Required)

Yes

No

Reliable transportation to job sites? (Required)

Yes

No

Valid driver’s license? (Required)

Yes

No

Drafting Experience & Skills

Check one level per skill. Honest answers help us place you well. Nobody is expert at everything.

Years using Chief Architect (Required)

None

Basic (<2 yrs)

Solid (2–5 yrs)

Experienced (6–10 yrs)

Expert (11+ yrs)

3D as-builts (Required)

None

Basic (<2 yrs)

Solid (2–5 yrs)

Experienced (6–10 yrs)

Expert (11+ yrs)

None

Basic (<2 yrs)

Solid (2–5 yrs)

Experienced (6–10 yrs)

Expert (11+ yrs)

3D correct perspectives (Required)

None

Basic (<2 yrs)

Solid (2–5 yrs)

Experienced (6–10 yrs)

Expert (11+ yrs)

None

Basic (<2 yrs)

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Experienced (6–10 yrs)

Expert (11+ yrs)

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Basic (<2 yrs)

Solid (2–5 yrs)

Experienced (6–10 yrs)

Expert (11+ yrs)

None

Basic (<2 yrs)

Solid (2–5 yrs)

Experienced (6–10 yrs)

Expert (11+ yrs)

Topography (Required)

None

Basic (<2 yrs)

Solid (2–5 yrs)

Experienced (6–10 yrs)

Expert (11+ yrs)

Framing plans (Required)

None

Basic (<2 yrs)

Solid (2–5 yrs)

Experienced (6–10 yrs)

Expert (11+ yrs)

None

Basic (<2 yrs)

Solid (2–5 yrs)

Experienced (6–10 yrs)

Expert (11+ yrs)

Electrical & lighting plans (Required)

None

Basic (<2 yrs)

Solid (2–5 yrs)

Experienced (6–10 yrs)

Expert (11+ yrs)

None

Basic (<2 yrs)

Solid (2–5 yrs)

Experienced (6–10 yrs)

Expert (11+ yrs)

Working from field notes, photos & scans (Required)

None

Basic (<2 yrs)

Solid (2–5 yrs)

Experienced (6–10 yrs)

Expert (11+ yrs)

Residential building code (Required)

None

Basic (<2 yrs)

Solid (2–5 yrs)

Experienced (6–10 yrs)

Expert (11+ yrs)

Other CAD (AutoCAD, SketchUp, Revit) (Required)

None

Basic (<2 yrs)

Solid (2–5 yrs)

Experienced (6–10 yrs)

Expert (11+ yrs)

Collaborating with planners (Required)

None

Basic (<2 yrs)

Solid (2–5 yrs)

Experienced (6–10 yrs)

Expert (11+ yrs)

Collaborating with builders (Required)

None

Basic (<2 yrs)

Solid (2–5 yrs)

Experienced (6–10 yrs)

Expert (11+ yrs)

Collaborating with homeowners (Required)

None

Basic (<2 yrs)

Solid (2–5 yrs)

Experienced (6–10 yrs)

Expert (11+ yrs)

Chief Architect versions you have used

Other design / CAD software you have used

Link to portfolio or drawing samples

Essential Functions

Every row is a requirement of the work. Answer each one. A no is not automatically a disqualification. Tell us what would let you do it, and we will consider reasonable accommodation. The enjoyment rating is about preference, not ability. It helps us put you on the work you like.

Extended computer and detailed screen work — can you perform it? (Required)

Yes

No

Extended computer and detailed screen work — how much do you enjoy it? (1 low – 5 high) (Required)

1

2

3

4

5

Producing accurate, code-compliant drawings on deadline — can you perform it? (Required)

Yes

No

Producing accurate, code-compliant drawings on deadline — how much do you enjoy it? (1 low – 5 high) (Required)

1

2

3

4

5

Occasional visits to client homes and active job sites to measure and photograph existing conditions, including stairs and uneven surfaces — can you perform it? (Required)

Yes

No

Occasional visits to client homes and active job sites to measure and photograph existing conditions, including stairs and uneven surfaces — how much do you enjoy it? (1 low – 5 high) (Required)

1

2

3

4

5

If you answered no to any essential function, what accommodation would let you do it?

Licenses or certifications you hold (optional)

Education & Training

For each school or program you attended, add a row: the program, where it was, the dates, your area of study or trade, and any diploma, degree, or certificate earned.

Education & training

School / Program

Where (city, state)

Dates from – to

Area of study or trade

Work History

Start with your most recent job. Include self-employment.

Employer 1 — Company (Required)

Employer 1 — Phone

Employer 1 — Dates (from – to) (Required)

Employer 1 — Your job title (Required)

Employer 1 — What you did day to day (main responsibilities) (Required)

Employer 1 — Reason for leaving

Employer 1 — May we contact this employer? (Required)

Yes

No

Employer 2 — Company

Employer 2 — Phone

Employer 2 — Dates (from – to)

Employer 2 — Your job title

Employer 2 — What you did day to day (main responsibilities)

Employer 2 — Reason for leaving

Employer 2 — May we contact this employer?

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No

Employer 3 — Company

Employer 3 — Phone

Employer 3 — Dates (from – to)

Employer 3 — Your job title

Employer 3 — What you did day to day (main responsibilities)

Employer 3 — Reason for leaving

Employer 3 — May we contact this employer?

Yes

No

References

Three people who have seen your work. Designers, builders, or clients you have drafted for preferred over friends.

References (Required)

Name

How they know your work

Company

Phone

Military Service (optional)

Branch

Dates of service

Rank / specialty

Training or experience relevant to this work

In Your Own Words

Short answers are fine. These tell us more than anything else on this form.

1. Describe a plan set you produced start to finish. What was the project, and what did you draw? (Required)

2. You find that a field measurement conflicts with the plan you already drew. What do you do? (Required)

3. Tell us about the hardest problem you’ve solved when you could have walked away. Why didn’t you? (Required)

4. What’s a skill you taught yourself, and how? (Required)

5. Why do you want to work at Ben The Builder, and what do you want to be doing three years from now? (Required)

Resume (Optional)

Attach your resume Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, Max. file size: 10 MB. Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx. Max 10 MB.

I certify that my answers on this application are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that false or misleading information on this application or in an interview may disqualify me from consideration, or result in the withdrawal of an offer or the end of my employment. I authorize Ben The Builder Inc to contact the references and former employers listed here (except where I have marked “no”) and I release them to speak candidly about my work. I understand that any offer of employment is conditioned on verification of eligibility to work in the United States (Form I-9), and that any background check will be conducted only after a conditional offer, in accordance with Oregon law. I understand that employment with Ben The Builder Inc is at-will, and that this application is not a contract of employment.

Certification (Required)

I have read, understand, and agree to the statements above.

Signature — type your full legal name (Required)