Drafter III

Chief Industries•Grand Island, NE

13d

About The Position

Chief Buildings is currently seeking a Drafter III. The Drafter III prepares documents and drawings for plant fabrication and builder erection of materials, based on the order documents, design package, and drafting procedures. They ensure drafting that is provided is accurate, complete, and includes all appropriate drawings and documentation. The complexity of orders will consist mainly of moderate to high levels, with special assignments based on the drafter’s abilities. The Drafter III mentors other drafters and employees in explaining application and compliance of Chief’s practices. This person is responsible for assisting other drafters by answering questions, giving directions, and providing feedback upon reviewing their documents to ensure compliance with Chief’s procedures .

Requirements

High School Diploma, or GED, required.
Post high school course work in trigonometry
Advanced math with knowledge of basic drafting functions and equipment
Six to ten years of metal building experience

Responsibilities

Maintain computer literacy in AutoCAD, MBS, IFS and other tools/systems available.
Maintain complete familiarity with Chief’s products and procedures.
Prepare erection drawings with accurate part identification, quantities, and complete sections and details for proper installation of materials.
Prepare legible and easy to comprehend fabrication documents.
Keep accurate records of project hours, time worked, and group leader informed of schedule status and potential delays.
Keep good established communication with all project management, engineering, and drafting department personnel during correlation of drafting aspects as a building order proceeds through the drafting department.
Provide feedback upon reviewing/checking drafting documentation prepared by Drafting Apprentice or Drafter I for improving knowledge, performance, and quality.
Serve as a subject matter expert on one or more drafting processes and product applications