Senior Drafting Technician - Provisional RB# 24-414a

Buffalo Public Schools; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Buffalo Public Schools is seeking a Senior Drafting Technician to perform complex drafting tasks using CAD and other techniques. The role involves preparing designs for various projects, ensuring compliance with specifications, and supervising other technicians. Ideal candidates will have an Associate’s Degree in a related field or equivalent experience.

Qualifications

• Continuous status as a Drafting Technician for one year required for promotional.
• Two years of full-time drafting experience for open competitive.

Responsibilities

• Prepares designs and plans for parks, buildings, and landscapes.
• Reviews contractor plans for compliance with specifications.
• Prepares specifications and cost estimates.

Skills

Knowledge of drafting procedures and methods

Ability to prepare neat and accurate drawings

Ability to perform mathematical computations

Education

Associate’s Degree in Architectural Technology

High School diploma

Tools

CAD

Job description

BUFFALO BOARD OF EDUCATION

DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES

ROOM 720 CITY HALL

BUFFALO, NEW YORK 14202

May 14, 2025

RECRUITMENT BULLETIN #24-414a

BUFFALO BOARD OF EDUCATION VACANCY

Civil Service Residency Requirements will apply

(The City of Buffalo Civil Service does not require residency within the City of Buffalo for Native Americans. The City of Buffalo Civil Service does require tribal enrollment or community recognition as a Native American.)

POSITION: Senior Drafting Technician – Provisional

SALARY: $52,284 - $61,707

LOCATION: Plant Services / Facilities Department

APPLICATION:

Applications successfully received will generate a confirmation email to the account listed on the application. If you do not receive a confirmation email, we cannot guarantee that your application was received. You must submit an application until you receive a confirmation email.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

A Senior Drafting Technician performs complex drafting and computation work, creating rough and finished drawings by hand or CAD. Incumbents handle difficult engineering drafting tasks using various techniques, tools, and reference manuals. They work independently, selecting information from standard references and resolving previously encountered problems. They utilize drafting tools and follow departmental procedures. At the senior level, supervision is provided by a professional engineer or architect, and incumbents may supervise other technicians.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

1. Prepares designs and plans for parks, playgrounds, golf courses, buildings, landscapes, etc., by hand or CAD, following sketches and instructions, and makes simple mathematical computations.
2. Designs and plans roadway pavements.
3. Prepares plans, profiles, and drawings for water mains, sewer, storm drains, and related structures, performing necessary computations.
4. Prepares specifications and cost estimates.
5. Reviews contractor plans for compliance with specifications.
6. Performs related work as required.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND CHARACTERISTICS

• Knowledge of drafting procedures and methods.
• Knowledge of drafting instruments, materials, and CAD.
• Ability to prepare neat and accurate drawings.
• Ability to print legibly by hand and mechanical devices.
• Ability to perform mathematical computations and cost estimates.
• Physical condition suitable for the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

PROMOTIONAL: Continuous and permanent status as a Drafting Technician in a city department for one year.

OPEN COMPETITIVE:

• (A) Associate’s Degree in Architectural Technology, Drafting-Mechanical, or a related field.
• (B) High School diploma or equivalent plus coursework in drafting and two years of full-time drafting experience.
• (C) An equivalent combination of education and experience, including certificates in Mechanical Drafting and Design or Architectural Drawing.

FINAL FILING DATE: MAY 23, 2025

APPROVED BY:

Tami Holli-McGee, Chief of Human Resources

The Buffalo Public School District does not discriminate on various grounds and provides equal access to youth groups. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies should be directed to [e-mail] or to Tami Hollie McGee, Chief of Human Resources, 719 City Hall, Buffalo, NY 14202, [phone].