CAD Designer

Job Summary

Prepares technical CAD drawings and construction plans; assists with design within established specifications using field data; and supports cost estimating for construction projects. Provides engineering support services including conducting initial surveys, staking construction sites, performing construction inspections, and preparing final record drawings. Starting Pay is $31.11 per hour. Hiring Schedule Job Posting: 5/27-6/10 Interviews: Mid June Start Date: TBD *Date subject to change*

Essential Job Functions

An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential duties: Day-to-Day: Perform drafting tasks requiring the reduction of field notes to plan and map form and create other drawings as required. Perform all necessary computer aided drafting in the preparation of construction plans. Assists supervisory staff with the preliminary and final design of detailed municipal construction projects; create legal description documents for review by supervisory staff. Assists in preparation of project cost splits, estimates, and other spreadsheets utilizing MS Excel software. Assists in developing project specifications, supplemental agreements, change orders, work orders, etc. for bid and construction documents. Create and maintain computer generated (CAD) and hand drafted maps of existing infrastructure. Create and maintain specialty maps and plans as required. Maintain all computerized and hand drafted plats and tax maps, updating them as required. Stake out construction plans, provide grades, and alignment for street improvements, including streets, curb, gutter, water, and sewer. Conduct precise construction and preliminary surveying and associated engineering work. Prepare and update time sheets for the Engineering Department. Locate existing utilities and stake proposed utilities for contractors and construction crews. Process right of way utility permits from utility companies. Perform field construction inspection and evaluation on most municipal types of construction work. Expect to perform outdoor field work during construction season. Regularly: Attends construction meetings to address issues and concerns prior to and during construction. Assists with special assessment calculations, computes the portion of cost attributable to the property owner and creates spreadsheets. Complete various office duties, including creating time sheets, ordering office supplies, plotter maintenance, etc. Assist with the maintenance and submittal of annual state aid needs and road mileage certification to the Minnesota Department of Transportation. Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience, Education, Certifications, Physical Requirements

Experience Required: Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a municipal or civil engineering position utilizing AutoCAD. Minimum Education Requirements: Associate degree in drafting, engineering, or a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience. Certification: Valid MN Class D driver's license or equivalent, Minnesota Certified Construction Technician card with Erosion/Sediment Control – Inspector and Level II competencies in Bituminous Street, Concrete Field, and Grading and Base must be obtained within two (2) years of hire. Physical: Works primarily in the office and must be able to sit for long periods of time at a computer. Occasional time is spent in the field or at construction sites, so incumbent must be able to work in all weather conditions. Intermittent exposure to all manner of unknown materials that enter the waste stream, some of which are likely to present hazards if not correctly handled. Stand, walk, bend, and stoop as appropriate to survey sites. Intermittently lift 30-50 lbs. of surveying and other related equipment, and up to 60 lbs. occasionally. Protective gear, including gloves, hardhat, vest, steel toe boots, and eye protection may be worn intermittently. Work in confined spaces occasionally. Work safely next to moving traffic and loud noises on an intermittent basis. Ability to work long hours such as 60 hours per week drafting and/or on construction projects.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

An employee in this class must have the following knowledge, skills, and abilities upon application: Knowledge: AutoCAD Civil 3D software. Surveying instruments GPS Robotic Total Station. Topographic surveying. Mathematics to perform engineering calculations. Utility and street construction practices. Thorough understanding of City's functions, policies, and procedures. Skills: Strong mathematical and design skills. Strong computer skills. Strong written and oral communications and public relations skills. Strong problem solving and decision making skills. Follow and relay complex oral and written instructions, policies and procedures. Operate a variety of office equipment, including computer terminal, printer, calculator, fax and copier. Abilities: Communicate professionally with public and contractors while on project sites and in the office. See colors and understand blueprints and technical drawings. Provide work direction to others. Prioritize work appropriately and meet deadlines. Develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with a diverse group of associates.