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NANA Construction•Big Lake, AK

7d•$26 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

The Drafter provides drafting support using AutoCAD, MS Excel, MS Word, and other programs. The role maintains a high professional standard and works directly with team members, company leadership, and key clients. The Drafter creates and reviews technical plans and construction details, supports the design process, and serves as a technical resource for employees who use drafting software less frequently. This position has no supervisory responsibilities; other duties may be assigned. The position is full-time and office-based in a professional, climate-controlled office in Big Lake, Alaska, with standard daytime hours. It is largely sedentary and involves extended periods at a computer workstation, continuous keyboard and mouse use, and work with high-resolution dual monitors. Close visual acuity, attention to detail, and prolonged mental concentration are required. Occasional light lifting or moving of office equipment, files, or manuals weighing up to 10–20 pounds may be required. Occasional travel may be needed to verify dimensions or review project constraints, and the role may occasionally involve exposure to a production shop floor or construction site, where louder noise and protective equipment may be involved. Occasional schedule flexibility may be required to meet tight project deadlines. Compensation is $26–$35 per hour, depending on experience. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including eligibility for Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB), a 401(k), and other employee benefits.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
At least one year of relevant drafting work experience.
Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
Knowledge of AutoCAD Architecture.
Excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to commute to Big Lake, Alaska, Monday through Friday.
Ability to read and interpret documents, write routine reports and correspondence, and speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic and compute rates, ratios, and percentages, and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
Ability to apply common-sense reasoning to written, oral, or diagrammed instructions and solve problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of additional design software.
Residential or light commercial construction knowledge.
A valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record for the past three years, preferred for eligibility under the company vehicle insurance policy.

Responsibilities

Create accurate, detailed technical plans using CAD programs.
Work closely with the project manager to develop details and construction plans.
Update CAD standards and contribute to and maintain the components library.
Collect, study, and combine rough sketches and initial design ideas from engineers into coherent technical drafts for further study and review by project managers.
Check that final technical drafts include relevant information in an easy-to-read format and verify calculations, measurements, and units against initial design information from leadership.
Review technical drafts as needed according to verbal or written instructions from project managers, the leadership team, and clients.
Participate in the design process by supporting company leadership.
Serve as a technical resource for employees who use drafting software less frequently.
Perform other duties as assigned.