Scaffolding & Temporary Works CAD Technician

About Us

Matakana Scaffolding is a trusted supplier of scaffolding products and services, proudly headquartered in Burnaby, BC. We’re growing fast across Metro Vancouver and beyond, with big plans to expand throughout North America. Our mission is simple: deliver top-quality products backed by honest, reliable, and personalized service.

As part of The Hazelwood Group, we offer the agility of a small team with the stability and backing of a larger organization. Learn more at  and

Matakana Scaffolding is looking for a Scaffolding & Temporary Works CAD Technician to join our team in Burnaby, BC. This is a great opportunity for an experienced AutoCAD drafter or technician who enjoys working with technical drawings and wants to apply their skills to real-world construction projects.

You don’t need to be an engineer to succeed in this role. We’re looking for someone with strong AutoCAD skills, excellent attention to detail, and an interest in learning the design and engineering side of scaffolding, access and shoring systems. The ideal candidate will have experience designing or drafting temporary works, scaffolding, shoring or construction systems across commercial, industrial or infrastructure projects.

However, strong AutoCAD experience and a solid understanding of construction may be just as valuable.

• Comprehensive group benefits
• RRSP matching
• Supportive, respectful, and forward-thinking leadership team that values employee input and ideas
• Strong team environment that encourages and supports continuous learning and career advancement
• Friendly work environment where work/life balance is understood and valued

• $30 to 32 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

• Prepare shop drawings and fabrication drawings for scaffolding, access and shoring projects.
• Create, develop and revise detailed drawings using AutoCAD.
• Produce material and fabrication drawings for shop and field use.
• Read and interpret architectural and engineering drawings, specifications and project documentation.
• Maintain organized CAD files, drawing revisions and project records.
• Work closely with project managers, engineers and senior drafting staff to develop practical, high-quality solutions.
• Apply industry standards, safety requirements and company quality procedures.
• Help translate 2D drawings and concepts into practical temporary works solutions.
• Perform basic design calculations where required — experience in this area is an asset.
• Take on other related duties as required.

• Strong proficiency with AutoCAD.
• Diploma or certificate in AutoCAD, drafting, Architectural Technology or a related field.
• Ability to read and interpret construction, architectural and engineering drawings.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good understanding of construction processes.
• Ability to visualize 2D and 3D concepts.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable working independently as well as collaboratively with engineers and project managers.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Legally entitled to work in Canada.

• Scaffolding or access systems.
• Temporary works.
• Shoring systems.
• Construction drafting.
• Structural or architectural drafting.
• Fabrication drawings.
• Design calculations.
• Commercial, industrial or infrastructure projects.

We look forward to considering your application if you meet the qualifications for our current job openings. Your interest in our organization is valued, and we wish you success in your job search.