What are the responsibilities and job description for the Drafter position at Palm Harbor Homes, Inc.?
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Drafter is responsible for completing specifically assigned drafting projects as assigned by the Product Development Manager.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develops accurate and complete production drawings, and vendor drawings for assigned models and/or projects
- Coordinates the drawings with other Drafters involved in common projects to ensure the project is completed in a timely manner.
- Keeps abreast of current Drafting Standards to maintain continuity during the drawing
- Maintains the library of production drawings to ensure a central source of current reference information is available and accessible to all departments.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- 1 year experience as an Architectural CAD Drafter preferred
- High School Diploma with Drafting Fundamentals exposure
- Experience using AutoCAD required – preference given to AutoCAD Architectural Desktop experience
- One or more years of manufactured housing experience preferred or general home construction experience
- Ideal candidate will have basic knowledge of the HUD Code and how to apply when developing new drawings
- Strong computer skills and understanding of relevant software packages
- Strong mechanical skills
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Motivated self-starter with a strong tolerance for change
Education
Required- High School or better
Skills
Required- Drafting
- Problem Solving
- Construction Building Codes
- Reading Blue Prints
- Manufactured Housing
Behaviors
Required- Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
- Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
Motivations
Preferred- Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
