GIS Drafter
Listed on 2025-12-31
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Engineering
Engineering Design & Technologists, Electrical Engineering
Overview
DREMC is seeking an GIS Drafter.
Be a part of powering Middle Tennessee!
Duck River Electric Membership Corporation (DREMC) is a member-owned electric cooperative, serving an area of approximately 2,500 square miles across 17 counties in southern middle Tennessee. Our amazing team at DREMC distributes safe and reliable electricity at the lowest possible cost, promotes and facilitates economic development
, and enhances the quality of life over 85,000 members across 6,500 miles of line.
Location:
- Shelbyville, TN
The GIS Drafter provides technical skills in computer-aided drafting (CAD) to support DREMC’s Engineering Department in preparing, maintaining, and digitizing engineering maps and construction drawings. This position contributes to the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of reliable, cost-effective electric service for DREMC members.
Job dimensionsInternal Responsibilities – Collaborates within Engineering and partners with Operations, and other departments to prepare and maintain drawings, GIS records, and construction details. Assist engineers, office personnel, and field staff with project needs, surveys, work order postings, and cost data compilation.
External Responsibilities – Interacts with agencies, contractors, surveyors, communications companies, and the public as needed to exchange technical information and ensure accurate drawings and records.
Principal accountabilitiesEducation: High School diploma or equivalent required. Completion of a drafting or technical program (e.g., TCAT or similar vocational/technical institution) required. Post secondary degrees are desired.
Experience: ESRI or CAD software experience desired. Prior drafting, mapping, or utility engineering support experience preferred.
Certification/License, etc.: Must possess or be able to obtain a valid Tennessee Drivers’ License. Must be eligible and remain insured as a driver by the Cooperative’s group liability policy for the automotive fleet.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Proficiency in computer-aided drafting and GIS mapping, strong organizational skills for maintaining detailed records and drawings, Ability to assist with surveying, construction projects, and technical problem solving, Effective communication skills for coordinating with coworkers, members, and external agencies, and commitment to safety, accuracy, and cooperative objectives.
Physical Requirements: Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods while working at a computer or reviewing plans and maps. Requires occasional walking, bending, kneeling, and lifting up to 25 pounds, particularly when handling equipment, documents, or hardware components. Manual dexterity required for operating plotters, printers, copiers, and GIS hardware. Visual acuity needed to view detailed maps, diagrams, and digital displays with precision.
Occasional field visits may require the ability to walk over uneven terrain, access utility poles or right-of-way areas, and operate in outdoor conditions. Must be able to safely operate a motor vehicle for travel between district offices and field locations.
Work Environment: Work…
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