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Would you like to be part of a family who loves to take on exciting challenges? Metromont LLC has been one of the leaders in the construction industry for nearly a century and is currently accepting resumes to be part of our dynamic team!
Metromont was founded in 1925 on the principles of faith, honor, and passion, and almost 100 years later, those values are still the foundation of who we are and everything we do. A third-generation company with nearly 1,500 associates across six manufacturing facilities in South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, and Virginia, Metromont is a leader and pioneer in the engineering and manufacturing of precast concrete. Most of all, we're a trusted partner, working side-by-side with our customers from the earliest stages of project design through turnover of the completed structure. In addition to the production of precast concrete, Metromont provides our customers with complementary design and engineering, hauling, erection, and field services to support their full construction needs. Across the eastern seaboard, the southeast, and even as far west as Arizona, our customers rely on us to provide innovative precast solutions and the best quality for their parking structures, data centers, multifamily housing, office buildings, warehouses, schools, and stadiums. And we do, because a trusted partner is who we are - and who we've been for nearly a century.
POSITION PURPOSE
The Project Drafter designs and prepares plans and scale drawings for complex projects, integrating skilled architectural/engineering drafting methods and procedures with the operation and application of computer-aided design (CAD) equipment and software.
RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and prepare electronic (CAD) working plans, charts, and/or scale drawings for complex projects from observation, measurements, sketches, and specifications
• Prepare layouts, charts, detailed scale drawings, and material and equipment requirements from sketches, specifications, and standard layouts provided by customers, consultants, and/or departmental contacts
• Review and manipulate electronic files received from consultants and departmental contacts
• Coordinate drafting work with engineers and architects
• Revise computer-aided designs and plans to comply with modified specifications made during actual construction
• Provide technical guidance and direction to the drafting staff in the interpretation and implementation of specifications and requirements and the procurement and use of CAD files
• Identify problems or inconsistencies in the plans, data, and specifications
• Consult with engineers as needed to resolve questions
• Procure CAD and or Revit files
• Must adhere to all Metromont and OSHA safety rules and regulations

SCOPE OF AUTHORITY

• Under direct supervision of Drafting Manager
• Frequently interacts with Engineering, Production, and Project Management

CHARACTERISTICS (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• Minimum two (2) years drafting experience
• Able to efficiently read blueprints and drawings
• Able to create detailed electronic (CAD) working plans from data
• Coordinates drafting work with engineers and architects
• Follow established technical specifications to prepare drawings
• Able to adapt to changes in work schedules, tasks, or processes
• Values and demonstrates safe working behaviors

EDUCATION AND TECHNOLOGY

• Associate's Degree in Design, Architecture, or related field with coursework in computer-aided design (CAD)
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, BeamWiz, TeeWiz, and Revit preferred
• Minimum 2 years drafting experience

WORK ENVIRONMENT / SCHEDULE

• Typically works in an office environment
• Typically works inside in an open (cubicle) office environment
• Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm; schedule flexibility may be required to meet deadlines

PERSONAL PROTECTION EQUIPMENT (PPE)

• Safety glasses

• High-visibility vest

• Hard hat

• Steel-toed shoes

• Hearing protection

PPE only required when working in the plant
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
This is an office position which requires sitting, standing, and walking.
Disclaimer:
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Other duties as assigned may be required. All associates are expected to conduct themselves in a manner that is consistent with Metromont's core values and to actively participate in all company safety, training, and observation programs.
Metromont LLC (Company) is an equal opportunity employer. The Company is committed to the spirit and letter of all federal, state and local laws and regulations pertaining to equal opportunity. To this end, the Company does not discriminate against any individual with regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including medical needs due to pregnancy, child birth or other medical conditions), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other protected status. This Policy extends to all terms, conditions and privileges of employment, as well as the use of all Company facilities.
The Company is also committed to making reasonable accommodations based on an individual's disability, religion, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions (including, but not limited to, lactation), or any other protected status where a reasonable accommodation is required under the law.
No form of unlawful discrimination, unlawful harassment, unlawful refusal to reasonably accommodate or unlawful retaliation will be tolerated.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)