Assistant CAD Operator

GAI Consultants, Inc. is seeking an Assistant CAD Operator 3, also known as a Distribution Designer/Drafter. This position is eligible for GAI's flexible Hybrid workplace place/Telework Policy and will report to the Dubois, PA office. The ideal candidate has good analytical thinking, problem-solving techniques, computer-aided drafting (CAD) experience, and excellent communication skills.

• Provide technical support to distribution engineering and field personnel for the upgrading and maintenance of the distribution system.
• With minimal supervision, design and permit distribution lines, including drawing preparation, bill of materials development, material ordering, and conducting field visits.
• Meets with external customers concerning service requirements and design options.
• Perform survey and layout work in the field.
• Interpret property line boundary, topographic surveys, as-built surveys, construction staking, ROW staking and collection of geospatial points.
• Initiate designs for new construction, conversion or improvement of both overhead and underground distribution facilities.
• Inspect work performed by associated crews to ensure construction meets design requirements, association specifications and NESC/NEC requirements.
• May also entail field inspection duties including but not limited to patrolling distribution lines to assess current state, future needs, or storm restoration support.
• Provide scheduled or requested status updates to supervisors, customers or other relevant parties.
• Follow local utility and construction standards.

• 10%

• Associate degree in electrical technology or engineering technology (or similar discipline) or six months’ work experience that directly relates to the responsibilities above (helper or intern experience acceptable) required.
• Basic AutoCAD knowledge.
• Construction Knowledge

• 1+ years of experience in Distribution utility work.
• Must demonstrate the ability to understand codes and practices related to the position along with general construction knowledge.
• Candidates must have the ability to communicate effectively and professionally with a diverse audience (customers, field workers and management).
• Ability to retain and apply on-the-job training.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with MS Office software.
• Must be detail-oriented and maintain professionalism. We provide a "Client First" approach to all interactions.
• Strong organizational skills are a must.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Understanding of AutoCAD, Micro Station, and/or related drafting software.

• Accountable for budget, scope, and deadlines. Begins to demonstrate advanced knowledge of CAD skills. Focuses on quality.
  
  Begins to perform self-reviews ofwork. Corrects errors before submitting work toothers forreview

• 3+ Years of Experience

• Associate Degree from an accredited Technical School or equivalent experience

• Clear understanding of geospacial relationships. Perform general review ofproject work. Advanced knowledge of aspects of corporate and group standards

• Responsible for personal task management and adherence to deadlines and scope

• Provides minimal oversight and begins to provide mentoring to lower-level CAD Operators
• Given general instructions and performs work independently with minimal supervision

• Possess very good oral and written communication skills. Interacts effectively with other staff. Able to coach and mentor lower-level CAD staff as required to facilitate projects

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