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Posting Title: VDC Technician
Reports To: VDC Technologies Supervisor
Location: San Jose, CA
Salary Range: $28.00/hour to $46.00/hour

Final determination of a successful candidate’s starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, education and experience. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this specific job description. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets.

WHO WE ARE
Since 1954, Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) has been powered by people who’ve built a reputation for delivering high-profile, complex projects. Real, tangible things that alter the landscape and improve lives. And we've done it with integrity for more than 70 years. We’re problem solvers and innovation seekers. We’re team players and safety fanatics. And we're proud to be part of Quanta Services (PWR:NYSE), North America's largest employer of skilled craft labor. Because what we do is important, but how we do it is everything. 

THE ENGINEERING TEAM
With an in-house team of electrical engineers, designers, VDC coordinators and CAD operators, our resources rival those of standalone engineering firms. We are a true provider of turnkey electrical solutions—from design to delivery. As a part of this department, you can expect to work closely with our project management and field installation teams to streamline the construction process.

ABOUT THE ROLE
AutoCAD/Revit Modeler: This is the entry level of technical work requiring a AutoCAD and Revit certification or the equivalent of a degree in appropriate education and experience. Assignments are designed to develop professional working knowledge and abilities. Works under close supervision on required tasks. Work is checked during progress.

Desktop Support Technician: Provide technical software, hardware and network problem resolution to all Engineering Department technology users by performing diagnosis/resolutions; clearly communicate technical solutions in a user-friendly, professional manner; conduct hardware and software inventory database maintenance and reporting; and perform related work as required.

Essential Job Functions:

AutoCAD/Revit Modeler:

• Perform AutoCAD/Revit support - drafting, plotting, plotter maintenance, record documents
• Incorporate markups of the electrical power and lighting systems into AutoCAD/Revit models
• Assemble design drawings and documents and provide or coordinate delivery
• Understands and perform the processes of new job set-up

Desktop Technician:

• Provide Support for Microsoft Windows 11
• Install and support for engineering software.
• Operate and maintain end-user hardware and software
• Configure new computers, peripherals, services, settings, file storage, etc. in accordance with standards.
• Redirect issues to appropriate resource and escalate situations requiring urgent attention

Other Functions:

• Coordinate the collection of Redlines and incorporate information into drawings
• Utilize and maintain established AutoCAD/Revit standards and file management
• Position is generally performed in an office environment

Other Responsibilities:

• Develop understanding of the Engineering department's design workflows
• Introduction to CEI's business inter-department functions
• Introduction to fundamental power & lighting systems
• Develop understanding of the various State and National CODES governing our work

ABOUT YOU

• Basic Microsoft Office applications, Autodesk AutoCAD and Revit experience
• Must have thorough experience and knowledge of PC’s
• Strong Time management Skills
• Strong Trouble-shooting Skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Work within a team
• Some extra hours in the evenings and weekends required

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying.

Education: High School Diploma or GED required. College/Technology school in AutoCAD/Revit preferred. 

Licensure/Certifications: None required. 

Experience: 2+ years of experience in a similar position

*Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

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CEI is a place where every single person can—and does—have an impact on the work we do and the communities we serve. Here, you can build your own story and grow to your full potential. You can collaborate and celebrate with amazing people. And you’ll go home every day knowing you helped contribute to important work that shapes people’s lives. Our commercial, data center and energy projects may be complex, but our approach is simple. We build great things and we do it with great people.

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department, program or project needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

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