Original job description
<p class="MsoNormal">Our client is seeking a full-time Drafting and Layout Person to work from their Mississauga location.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><strong>Job Description</strong></p><p class="MsoNormal">The Drafting and layout person is detail oriented, well organized and a proactive individual. With the Salesperson, Production Manager, Project Coordinator, Production Coordinator and Shop Foreman, they form the Project Team. Among other things, the Drafting and Layout person is responsible for assembling all information and details to successfully produce detailed shop drawings and fabrication layout documents. This demands constant and open communication with all members of the Project team.</p><p class="MsoNormal">REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS</p><ul style="margin-top: 0cm;" type="square"><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Technical aptitude and knowledge of basic building sciences and typical construction details</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">The ability to read and understand Architectural, Mechanical and Structural drawings</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Good numeracy and verbal communication skills</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Thorough and complete knowledge of AutoCAD</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Working knowledge of software programs such as XL; Word; Outlook and Adobe PDF.</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Self motivation and strong work ethic</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Excellent organizational and time management skills</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">The ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high pressure environment</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">The ability to handle responsibility and the pressure of meeting deadlines</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Great interpersonal and team working skills</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Overtime may be required to meet specific deadlines</li></ul><p class="MsoNormal">DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES</p><ul style="margin-top: 0cm;" type="square"><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Read the Project Specifications and compare them to the Sales Work Order to ensure that there are no discrepancies, omissions or incompatibilities with Company standards and practices.</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Meet with Salesperson and Project Coordinator, as required, to ensure you have a complete understanding of all that is required on the project including all special conditions and details.</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Produce Shop Drawings and Fabrication Layouts as required and according to schedule</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Purge and file all drawings, fabrication layouts and other project documents (hard and soft copies)</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Complete product quantity take offs from contract drawings, as may be necessary</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Perform other miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned. You may be asked to assist / train in other facets of our company such as estimating, production coordination, site assistance, etc.</li></ul><p class="MsoNormal">Although the foregoing attempts to enumerate each and every skill, qualification, duty and responsibility, such list could never be complete. Given that this is a dynamic position, it is important to demonstrate focus, dedication and commitment.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Good judgement is always necessary and expected. When challenged with a problem or circumstances beyond your understanding or responsibility, good judgement dictates that you ask your direct supervisor or member of management for direction.</p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3;"><!-- [if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';"> </span></span></span><!--[endif]--><strong>Compensation:</strong> $60,000–$76,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.</p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3;"><!-- [if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';"> </span></span></span><!--[endif]--><strong>Vacancy Status:</strong> This posting is for an existing vacancy.</p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3;"><!-- [if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';"> </span></span></span><!--[endif]--><strong>Use of Artificial Intelligence:</strong> We do not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position.<br style="mso-special-character: line-break;"><!-- [if !supportLineBreakNewLine]--><br style="mso-special-character: line-break;"><!--[endif]--></p><p class="MsoNormal">We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only successful candidates will be contacted for interviews. We ask that applicants apply through the process outlined in this posting. Telephone inquiries will <strong>not</strong> be accepted. Applicants who are interviewed will be advised whether a hiring decision has been made within the time period required by Ontario employment standards legislation.</p>