Seismic CAD Technician; Entry Level

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Full Time La Mirada, CA, US

8 days ago Requisition

• Salary Range:
  Competitive based on Individual Experience
• 401(k) Program
• $100K Life Insurance
• Accelerated Growth Opportunities
• Access to the Largest Construction Projects
• Nationwide Offices
• A competitive and Rewarding Environment
• A Diverse and Inclusive Workplace
• Robust Internal Training Portal

Tomarco Contractor Specialties LLP, (dba ISAT Total Support) is a pioneer in MEP subcontractor services, blending engineering expertise, manufacturing experience, and wholesale distribution. Since 1977, our commitment to innovation has led to cost reduction, faster installation, and a safer working environment for projects of all sizes worldwide. Our dynamic team of over 700 professionals specializes in MEP support design, technical VDC (Virtual Design and Construction), project management, detailing, project support, and more.

We offer holistic solutions for projects of any size, and believe in a collaborative approach that streamlines the design and construction process, reducing project completion times.

• Communication— will be able to communicate in all forms of correspondence for tasks related to projects associated with; will create transmittals, send follow up emails: after coordination meetings, for requested information, for clarification on missing or unclear project documents and providing clear project updates; all related communication must be electronically documented in Nexus notes, project folders, and CC'd to the supervising PM.
• Project File Management (Basic)—Must have a working knowledge of our file structure and learn how to keep all file folders organized; must learn ISAT file naming convention and how to save files in the corresponding project folders on the network.
• Submittals (Basic)—Must be capable of building basic submittals when provided with an SDF (Seismic Design Force worksheet) and PIW (project information worksheet); must be able to create submittals using ISAT legend builder software.
• Legends (Basic)—Must have a working knowledge of bracing legends; must be able to build them for projects (all trades), configurations; according to the relevant building code.
• Detail Seismic Bracing Layouts (Basic)—with minimal guidance from the supervisor, will perform seismic layouts per the requirements of the legend and the ISAT bracing manual; will begin to understand how a legend is built and how to troubleshoot spacing issues, walls, and deck types.
• Perform Kit Takeoff Count (Basic)—must be able to complete a kit builder. Will be able to write a quote for seismic kit materials based on the ISAT kit builder software.
• Develop a General Knowledge of all ISAT Kit Components (basic)—must be able to identify ISAT hardware and understand their uses and differences; hardware includes all bracket styles, LRD’s (longitudinal restraint device), rod stiffeners, anchors, strut, etc.
• Point Loads (Basic)—must learn to point load and understand the difference between vertical dead loads and seismic loads; and how to calculate spacing to determine loads.
• ISAT Seismic Restraint Systems Guidelines (Basic)—must become familiar with ISAT manual: general notes, seismic bracing notes and details.
• Program Proficiency (Basic)—proficient with the following software:
• AutoCAD
• Kit Builder
• Microsoft Office 365 Suite
• Nexus
• Code Knowledge (Basic)—must acquire a basic knowledge of all codes pertinent to ISAT engineering scopes and how they govern seismic engineering. In this role you will need to be familiar with:
  • ASCE-7 (Chapter 13 Seismic Design Requirements for Nonstructural Components)
  • IBC (International Building Code)
  • CBC (California Building Code)
• Prepare Quotes (Basic)—Must be able to prepare quotes for suspended distributed utilities and basic custom engineering to be used by PM or supervisor.
• Prepare CEAS and ISAT 8.5 x 11 Submittals (Basic)—must be able to prepare and produce accurate 8.5 x 11 submittals, quickly, and…