Civil CAD Technician

Tapani • Caldwell, ID

20h • Hybrid

About The Position

The primary function of the Civil CAD Technician is to create digital terrain models for civil estimating and GPS grade control along with setting up projects with GPS and drone capabilities. They are responsible for providing accurate earthwork quantity takeoffs to assist the Estimator in building a competitive bid. The Civil Cad Technician also creates 2D linework files along with the terrain models to be used with the GPS systems on the field equipment.

Requirements

• High school education or equivalent
• Ability to manage several projects at one time and meet hard deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal and problem solving skills
• Work well in a team environment
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Strong computer skills
• Basic math skills
• Ability to decipher Architectural, Civil, and Structural drawings
• Ability to visualize projects in 3D

Nice To Haves

• Experience in Civil 3D, Agtek, Magnet Office, 3D Office is preferred; but will train if needed.
• Experience in civil construction is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Create digital terrain models for civil estimating and GPS grade control.
• Set up projects with GPS and drone capabilities.
• Provide accurate earthwork quantity takeoffs.
• Create 2D linework files along with terrain models for GPS systems.
• Develop an understanding of plans and specs and how the project will be constructed.
• Review and utilize Geotech report data for takeoffs.
• Utilize Agtek and Civil 3D software to create digital terrain models.
• Create detailed volume reports and cut-fill maps from earthwork takeoffs.
• Work with Estimating and VDC team to develop value engineering opportunities.
• Work with Project Teams to obtain approved plans, CAD files and control point data.
• Utilize Civil 3D, Magnet Office, and Topcon 3D Office to create 2D linework files from CAD drawings.
• Build complete GPS project file to be used on field equipment.
• Update and revise digital terrain models and 2D linework files as needed.
• Provide the project with GPS capabilities.
• Perform job site calibration.
• Setup and calibrate GPS machine control on equipment.
• Perform site topos.
• Project quantity tracking.
• Train and support field crews on GPS equipment.
• Assist with Drone Operations, including job site Topos, job site progress tracking, and jobsite photography and videography.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical Insurance plans with low to $0 monthly premiums
• Additional voluntary insurance options include: Dental, Vision, and a wide variety of Supplemental insurances
• Flexible Paid Time Off and Sick Time
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) options with up to 4% employer match

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED