Electrical Technician

Description

Position: Electrical Technician

Reports To: Electrical Engineer

Classification: Non-Exempt

Summary

Electrical Technician – is an entry level technical role that supports with the design team preparing bid document plans. Performs non-routine and complex assignments under direct supervision. Works closely within the intended design vision and Project Managers to define and implement CADD applications for a given project. Under moderate supervision will assist to develops, modify, and/or review drawings according to established department standards. Collaborates with other disciplines on multi-discipline projects.

Requirements

Essential Functions:

• Under direct supervision, performs accurate interpretation of given Redlines and implementation into Revit software utilizing the MEP electrical tools
• Under moderate supervision, follows project set-up, backup, and archive protocols
• Under direct supervision, assists in preparation of bid document plans including power, lighting, system plans, one-line and riser diagrams, schedules, and electrical details
• Under direct supervision, assists with the creation of construction documents consisting of primarily of drawings based on written and verbal direction from other more senior staff
• Under direct supervision, reviews drawings according to established standards
• Under direct supervision, develop, create, and manage Revit families and templates
• Must have a working knowledge of general building construction terms and standards
• Must be able to visualize 3D construction and installation processes
• Participate in groups large and small to evaluate efficiency and corrective action reporting to improve workflow and productivity

Competencies:

• This position operates in a professional office environment which uses standard office equipment such as desktop computers, laptops, phones, photocopiers, large format plotter/scanners, virtual meetings, and virtual technology.
• Intermediate proficiency in AutoCAD required
• Basic proficiency in Bluebeam required
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Suite required
• Intermediate proficiency in Revit documentation required such as: Measuring, Views and Sheets, Detailing, Dimensions and Rules, Exporting/Importing Data, Keynotes and Annotations, Scheduling and Coordination and Orientation
• Basic Element Creation
• Basic working knowledge of National CAD Standards including National BIMs Standards.
• Basic knowledge of the design and construction process
• Must apply sound understanding and judgement to visual, verbal, or written instructions
• Ability to meet schedule deadlines
• Excellent organizational skills
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• Collaborative and professional work ethic

Certification Requirements

• None

Supervisory Requirements

• May offer guidance for project associates or interns as needed

Work Environment

• This position operates in a professional open office environment with low to moderate noise levels including collaborative work areas for team meetings. Each office location has a workstation for scanning/ photocopying and a cafe for dining. Building construction sites may include varying temperatures, wind, dust, and noise levels and may include hazardous and dirty conditions.

Physical Demands

• Hand/Wrist/Finger dexterity for 8 hours a day, 40 hours a week
• Ability to lift a set of construction documents
• Ability to sit for long periods of time

Position/Hours expected to work

• This is a full-time position with the expectation of working a minimum of 40 hours per week

Travel

• Rare amount of travel

Required Education and Experience

• High School or equivalent diploma
• Associate Degree in Applied Science-CAD Electrical Design /Drafting or a technical Certificate in Electrical Drafting is required
• No experience is necessary for entry level

Work Authorization

• Sponsorship may be considered

AAP/EEO Statement

NAC is committed to the principle of equal opportunity employment. As a result, all qualified employees and prospective employees will be recruited, selected, and trained without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other legally- protected status. All applicants are carefully screened, and full consideration is given to their training, education, skills, experiences, growth potential and previous work record. This same non- discriminatory consideration will be used in all other aspects of the employment relationship.

NAC will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability to the extent that doing so does not create an undue hardship on NAC, Inc. NAC encourages employees and applicants to communicate any special needs by engaging in an interactive process with NAC to formulate reasonable accommodations.

Salary : $24 - $29