CAD Technician

Boston Water and Sewer Commission•Boston, MA

About The Position

Position Purpose: Performs professional and technical work in order to fully support the engineering activities of the Commission; ensures that quality standards are met and is responsible for maintaining and improving upon the efficiency and effectiveness of all areas under his/her direction and control.

Requirements

Employees must be Boston residents on their date of hire and for the duration of their employment subject to BWSC policies and collective bargaining agreements.
High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
Proficiency and/or one (1) year of experience in the use of recent versions of AutoCAD software used by the Commission is required
Must possess a valid Massachusetts Driver’s License.
Knowledge of fundamental engineering principles in designing sewer, drain and water construction projects
knowledge of application of scientific, engineering and management principles to the analysis of engineering problems and proposal of design solutions
knowledge of interpreting technical reports and drawings
knowledge of preparing designs with the use of AutoCAD
knowledge of reviewing construction drawings
familiarity with field surveys and survey equipment
basic knowledge of drafting
working knowledge of engineering computer applications
working knowledge of local and state regulations.
Ability to Perform complex technical research
compile comprehensive reports and the practical application of findings
assess conditions in a variety of locations and determine proper course of action
deal effectively and diplomatically with consultants, officials, department heads and other constituencies.
Strong interpersonal skills
excellent written and verbal communication skills
proficient computer skills including MS Office applications and specialized software including AutoCAD
skills in the above listed tools and equipment.

Nice To Haves

experience with water and sewer systems or similar municipal infrastructure projects is preferred.
CAD certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

Utilizes and operates the latest versions of AutoCAD and other software to draft base plans, construction and as-built drawings and related plans.
Assists Engineering staff in field surveys including instrument surveys.
Researches records for related data and information.
Produces copies of plans and contract documents and compiles into bid documents.
Reviews rough sketches, drawings, specifications, reports, and utility and other engineering data for inclusion in the contract design plans and/or as-built plans.
Drafts detailed drawings of structures and utility systems including roads, gas, electric, steam, telephone, water, sewer, drainage, and buildings in compliance with established BWSC CAD Standards.
Creates preliminary and final sketches of proposed plans, using the latest versions of AutoCAD and other software used by the Commission.
Creates as-built plans using the latest versions of AutoCAD and software used by the Commission and in compliance with established BWSC CAD Standards.
Updates site plans and other plans received from others to bring them in compliance with Commission’s standards.
Creates and assembles visual aids for public meetings and other purposes.
Accompanies engineers in the field to collect data required for preparation of construction drawings and as built drawings.
Researches record plans and facilities information.
Performs similar or related work as required, directed or as situation dictates.