Job Summary

Under supervision of the Drafting Supervisor, this position performs moderately complex drafting.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepares construction, as-built and presentation drawings for municipal engineering projects.
• Provides drafting design services for water and sewer and roadways related projects. 
• Provides maintenance and development services for the geographical information system.
• Develops and maintains digital standards, file management and civic digital libraries.  Files and distributes department plans.
• Provides technical support for hardware and software related to drafting requirements.
• Applies mathematical calculations, drafting and engineering standards and procedures using a variety of source documents, including field survey notes, statistical records, plans and sketches, to produce drawings and support for field operations.
• Participates in technological training, as required.
• Responds to enquiries and provides information from plans and records to staff and the public in person, by correspondence and by telephone.
• Provides blueprinting, plotting and large format photocopying services, as required.
• Conducts research and customizes software applications to improve digital processes. 
• Assists with the training of other drafting staff and checks drawings to ensure compliance with standards.
• Obtains field information for various aspects of the work.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience Requirements

• Graduation from a two-year, post-secondary drafting technology program.
• Two years' related drafting and design experience.
• Certification, or eligibility for certification, as a Professional Technologist (P.Tech) with Technology Professionals Saskatchewan.
• Possession of a valid Class 5 Saskatchewan Driver’s Licence.
• Current driver’s abstract from SGI demonstrating a safe driving record.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills

• Knowledge of engineering drafting terminology, practices, techniques and equipment.
• Knowledge of construction, engineering and survey techniques and practices.
• Knowledge of civic and departmental policies and regulations.
• Ability to interpret maps, plans, survey notes and other relevant data.
• Ability to understand detailed plans and specifications.
• Ability to work as part of a team and with minimal supervision.
• Ability to express ideas and concepts effectively, orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Demonstrated skill in the use of software, including AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Mapguide, databases, word-processors and spreadsheets.