Drafting and Design Technician

ATS Traffic•Calgary, AB

9d•Onsite

About The Position

ATS Traffic is looking for a Drafting and Design Technician to join their team. This position will be responsible for designing and drafting traffic control drawings for projects throughout Canada, such as temporary work zones and detours. This role will also create Traffic Accommodation Strategies for internal and external clients. The ideal candidate is an analytical team player with the ability to foresee risks and make sound decisions. They are customer-service oriented and work well under the pressure of tight deadlines. The company is looking for someone with laser sharp attention to detail who thrives on being a collaborative solution provider.

Requirements

Intermediate experience using AutoCAD designing and drafting experience.
Exceptional working knowledge of Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Nice To Haves

Post secondary education in related field such as Construction Management, Design and Mechanical Systems, or related field is desired.
Preference will be given to candidates who bring AutoCAD Level 1 Diploma or Certificate.
3-5 previous experience in the traffic or road safety/construction industry is an asset
Preference will be given to candidates who have completed the Alberta Construction Safety Association’s (ACSA's) Alberta Temporary Traffic Control (ATTC) course for Traffic Control Supervisor's is an asset
Knowledge of vehicle tracking and Google Earth is an asset.
Understanding of temporary work zone designs construction phasing is an asset.

Responsibilities

Using AutoCAD to draft 2D based traffic plans, supervise and assist other AutoCAD users
Utilize MS Word to create written strategies and technical reports for customers
Collaborate with engineers to complete professionally sealed drawings
Create temporary traffic control strategies and other reports as required; work with different departments within ATS Traffic for tenders, job planning and quoting
Build and maintain a rapport with the general contractors and road governing authorities
Effectively communicate with client project managers and other discipline leads regarding the design, design changes, models, etc.
Research, review and implement methods, systems and procedures that add value to engineering service’s final products
Finish and duplicate drawings and documentation packages, according to required mediums and specifications for reproduction