Draftsman

Technical Drafter

Prepare technical drawings for products and structures according to job specifications.

- Drafts technical details of products and structures from all sides including exact dimensions, specific materials to be used, codes and material to be followed. Use computer aided drafting systems to prepare drawings.

- Use compass, dividers, protractors, and triangles to prepare a drawing manually.

- Communication and problem solving skills are required.

- May accompany work crew in field to locate markers or to collect data required for revisions of construction drawing.

- Work within precise limits or standards of accuracy.

- Plan work and select proper tools.

- Visualize objects in three dimensions from plans and drawings.

- Make decisions based on measurable criteria.

- Reporting unsafe conditions and practices.

- Performing only those jobs on which they have been trained and/or authorized.

May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment.

Typically reports to a supervisor or manager.

1. Strength:

a. Standing 10%
Walking 10%
Sitting 80%

b. Lifting 20 lb.

Carrying 20 lb.

Pushing NPPulling NP

2. Climbing OBalancing O

3. Stooping OKneeling OCrouching OCrawling OReaching CHandling FFingering C

Explanation of symbols:

NP Not PresentO Occasionally (0-33%)F Frequently (34-66%)C Constantly (67-100%)