VDC Technician

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Title:

VDC Technician

Reports To: VDC Technologies Supervisor

Location: San Jose, CA

Salary Range: $28-$46/hr

Final determination of a successful candidate's starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, education and experience. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this specific job description. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets.

Since 1954, Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) has been powered by people who've built a reputation for delivering high‑profile, complex projects. Real, tangible things that alter the landscape and improve lives. And we've done it with integrity for more than 70 years. We're problem solvers and innovation seekers. We're team players and safety fanatics. And we're proud to be part of Quanta Services (PWR:NYSE), North America's largest employer of skilled craft labor.

Because what we do is important, but how we do it is everything.

With an in‑house team of electrical engineers, designers, VDC coordinators and CAD operators, our resources rival those of standalone engineering firms. We are a true provider of turnkey electrical solutions—from design to delivery. As a part of this department, you can expect to work closely with our project management and field installation teams to streamline the construction process.

AutoCAD/Revit Modeler:
This is the entry level of technical work requiring an AutoCAD and Revit certification or the equivalent of a degree in appropriate education and experience. Assignments are designed to develop professional working knowledge and abilities. Works under close supervision on required tasks. Work is checked during progress.

Desktop Support Technician:
Provide technical software, hardware and network problem resolution to all Engineering Department technology users by performing diagnosis/resolutions; clearly communicate technical solutions in a user‑friendly, professional manner; conduct hardware and software inventory database maintenance and reporting; and perform related work as required.

Essential Job Functions:

• Perform AutoCAD/Revit support - drafting, plotting, plotter maintenance, record documents
• Incorporate markups of the electrical power and lighting systems into AutoCAD/Revit models
• Assemble design drawings and documents and provide or coordinate delivery
• Understands and perform the processes of new job set‑up

• Provide Support for Microsoft Windows 11
• Install and support for engineering software.
• Operate and maintain end‑user hardware and software
• Configure new computers, peripherals, services, settings, file storage, etc. in accordance with standards.
• Redirect issues to appropriate resource and escalate situations requiring urgent attention

• Coordinate the collection of Redlines and incorporate information into drawings
• Utilize and maintain established AutoCAD/Revit standards and file management
• Position is generally performed in an office environment

• Develop understanding of the Engineering department's design workflows
• Introduction to CEI's business inter‑department functions
• Introduction to fundamental power & lighting systems
• Develop understanding of the various State and National CODES governing our work

• Basic Microsoft Office applications, Autodesk AutoCAD and Revit experience
• Must have thorough experience and knowledge…