Drafter - CAD Tech I

Summit Utilities, Inc.; Fort Smith (AR); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Competitive pay

Job summary

Summit Utilities, Inc. seeks a Drafter I (SGL4) to support field crews and customers with drafting for gas pipeline projects in a hybrid role in Fort Smith or Little Rock, AR. The role collaborates with Engineering, Operations and Construction to deliver accurate maps and construct documents.

You will work with ArcGIS, AutoCAD and related tools, ensuring QA/QC and data integrity while learning systems across departments. This is a hands-on drafting position with safety and compliance emphasis.

Qualifications

• Vo-Tech/CAD/GIS/Drafting credential or 60 college credits required.
• Experience with drafting tools and field-to-map workflows preferred.
• Knowledge of maps, plats, legal descriptions and line work is expected.

Responsibilities

• Perform drafting duties for gas pipeline projects in collaboration with Engineering, Operations and Construction.
• Support process issues to improve productivity and mapping accuracy.
• Assist with QA/QC to maintain CAD/GIS standards and organize as-built records.
• Collaborate across departments to populate data and support risk models.

Skills

Drafting knowledge

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

PHMSA knowledge

Education

Drafting/ CAD/ GIS cert or 60 credits

Tools

ArcGIS

AutoCAD

Word processing

Spreadsheet software

Job description

Join our growing team and discover why Summit Utilities, Inc. continues to earn national and regional recognition as an employer of choice. Our recognitions include Best Places to Work in Maine (2019–2025); Best Places to Work in Arkansas (2020, 2023, 2025); Best Places to Work in Oklahoma (2022–2025); Best Places to Work in Missouri (2023 and 2026); Best Places to Work in Colorado (2025); Forbes America’s Best Small Employers (2023); and, most recently, Proud and Purposeful Employer (2026).

Summit is a growing natural gas utility that’s committed to delivering reliable energy to homes and businesses in Arkansas, Colorado, Maine, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Texas. Being part of the Summit team means embracing excellence and innovation, committing to safety each and every day, and doing all that we can to serve each other, our customers, and the communities where we live. We aim to bring warmth and energy to everything we do.

We are pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for a Drafter I (SGL4) to work in a hybrid capacity in either Fort Smith or Little Rock, Arkansas.

POSITION SUMMARY

A Drafter plays a valuable role in supporting the needs of our field employees and customers by performing assigned drafting duties for gas pipeline projects.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs basic level assignments working with and supporting the Engineering, Operations, and Construction teams to complete construction projects.
• Provides basic level support with process issues to optimize productivity and mapping accuracy.
• Assists with QA/QC process to ensure CAD and/or GIS production standards are maintained in the drafting and posting of construction plans and specifications.
• Organizes and maintains as-built records for field installations.
• Collaborate closely with multiple company departments (GIS, Pipeline Safety, Operations, Construction, Business Development, Legal, Plant Accounting)
• Assist in conducting multi-year programs in collaboration with the Pipeline Integrity and GIS departments to populate missing data and correct inaccurate data to support the implementation of company risk models.
• Assist in the preparation of company technical specifications.
• Recommend solutions to data management issues to improve the efficiency of existing processes.
• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• Requires a Vo-Tech/CAD/GIS/Drafting certificate or 60 credit hours in a related field from an accredited college or university.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• Experience in the use and function of drafting tools and office equipment applicable for position
• Experience related to pipe, mechanical or architectural drawings, Drawing on job orders, completion reports, and related information.
• Experience and knowledge of drawing, posting, and/or plotting maps, atlas pages, plats, legal descriptions, and diagrams
• Experience reading, interpreting, and/or preparing written information, including but not limited to: Material lists, ROW information, Maps, and blueprints.
• Demonstrates success in partnering effectively with other departments and all levels of management including executives.
• Proficient in ArcGIS, AutoCAD, Word Processing, and Spreadsheet programs
• Exhibits high level of attention to detail in all facets of the work.
• Interpersonal/communication skills including good verbal skills exhibited in meetings, one‑on‑one exchanges, and presentations. Appropriate written communication skills required for everyday correspondence and reviewing writing in a technical format.
• Known for ability to work well with others, the position requires a great deal of collaboration across departments.
• Ability to provide feedback in a positive and constructive manner.
• Exhibits a high‑level of personal initiative and motivation to multi‑task several projects simultaneously.
• Will be expected to learn all skills for any machine and/or software necessary to accomplish tasks and all other duties as assigned.
• Has knowledge of PHMSA DOT part 192 and specific state regulations.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of all personnel so classified.

Summit offers competitive pay and medical/dental/vision and other benefits that provide flexibility, choice, and support to our employees when they need it most. We understand that home and family are essential pieces of your life, and our benefits are designed to support you both at work and at home.

Summit Utilities, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or veteran status.