CAD & Design Assistant | Student Worker-2

Liberty University•Lynchburg, VA

15d•Onsite

About The Position

The CAD & Design Assistant prepares design plans using AutoCAD, from preliminary plans through final construction documents. Plans may include site plans, floor plans, details, and mechanical, electrical, and plumbing designs. The position also uses Bluebeam to create or edit maps and documents, maintains spreadsheets and word-processing documents, and files documents electronically. Independent work, sound judgment, discretion, and effective teamwork are important to the role. The position is based primarily in a climate-controlled, well-lit office with moderate noise, though occasional job-site visits may take place in settings that are not climate-controlled or well lit. Use of a personal or university vehicle is required for work travel.

Requirements

Experience and proficiency in AutoCAD design and drafting.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, including in English.
Ability to work independently and under limited supervision, understand and follow instructions, and exercise judgment.
Strong organizational and computer skills; attention to detail.
Ability to work well with the public and coworkers and maintain a professional, courteous, positive attitude and appearance.
Self-management, motivation, diligence, trustworthiness, and a desire to grow and work with a team.
Ability to lift 50 or more pounds and perform job duties in typical Virginia climate conditions.
Ability to sit for extended periods and use a keyboard; hear and speak effectively; and occasionally stand, walk, climb stairs, handle materials, reach overhead, kneel, stoop, and lift 50 or more pounds.
Valid Virginia driver’s license, acceptable DMV record, and liability insurance.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma and/or related college courses preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare AutoCAD design plans and construction documents, including site plans, floor plans, details, and mechanical, electrical, and plumbing designs.
Use Bluebeam to create and edit maps and documents as needed.
Prepare and maintain spreadsheets and word-processing documents.
File documents electronically.
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment while performing duties and operating related equipment.
Report to work at the required time and perform duties assigned by the direct supervisor.
Work independently, using experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
Work effectively as a team member and support the university’s mission.
Keep abreast of relevant technologies, processes, products, services, and industry performance benchmarks.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Travel to local, on-campus, and off-campus locations as needed using a personal or university vehicle.