Drafting Technician, Western Canada
- Calgary, AB, Canada
Full-time
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Original job description
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Established in 1949, Midwest is an employee-owned professional land surveying firm providing geomatics deliverables designed for oil & gas, utility, construction, and municipal applications through our eight offices in Saskatchewan and Alberta. We focus on building lasting relationships with clients by providing industry-leading project solutions that are customer-centric and technology driven. Our success is defined by engaged employees, unbending safe work practices, loyal clients and doing the right thing.
We are currently seeking a full-time Drafting Technician to join our team at one of our office locations. We welcome applicants who live near, or are able to work from, any of our locations across Western Canada. Explore Midwest for a map of our offices.
Summary Of Responsibilities
Working under the direct supervision of the Drafting Manager, the Drafting Technician will be responsible for producing, reviewing, and supporting a variety of drafting deliverables using CAD and coordinate geometry software on Windows platform stations. Your duties will include, but are not limited to:
The successful candidate will possess the following qualifications and experience:
The ideal candidate will demonstrate the following competencies:
We thank you for your interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. APPLICANT MUST BE LEGALLY AUTHORIZED TO WORK IN CANADA. Validation of eligibility will be required if selected for an interview.
Established in 1949, Midwest is an employee-owned professional land surveying firm providing geomatics deliverables designed for oil & gas, utility, construction, and municipal applications through our eight offices in Saskatchewan and Alberta. We focus on building lasting relationships with clients by providing industry-leading project solutions that are customer-centric and technology driven. Our success is defined by engaged employees, unbending safe work practices, loyal clients and doing the right thing.
We are currently seeking a full-time Drafting Technician to join our team at one of our office locations. We welcome applicants who live near, or are able to work from, any of our locations across Western Canada. Explore Midwest for a map of our offices.
Summary Of Responsibilities
Working under the direct supervision of the Drafting Manager, the Drafting Technician will be responsible for producing, reviewing, and supporting a variety of drafting deliverables using CAD and coordinate geometry software on Windows platform stations. Your duties will include, but are not limited to:
- Producing and reviewing detailed 2D and 3D drawings, survey plans, and other drafting products to support surveying, engineering, and project requirements.
- Interpreting survey information, project documentation, evidence descriptions, calculations, workflows, and plan requirements.
- Identifying and resolving drafting, survey, and calculation discrepancies within the CAD environment while involving the Project Manager or Land Surveyor where required.
- Applying established company CAD standards, drafting procedures, checklists, plan-checking guidelines, and client-specific requirements.
- Collaborating with Drafting staff, Project Managers, Land Surveyors, field personnel, and clients to ensure drafting deliverables meet project expectations.
- Supporting quality control by maintaining accuracy, consistency, proper documentation, and adherence to established drafting and plan review processes.
- Identifying opportunities to improve drafting workflows, internal processes, department efficiencies, and overall quality of deliverables.
- Providing technical guidance and mentorship to other Drafting Technicians while contributing to department meetings, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement.
The successful candidate will possess the following qualifications and experience:
- Minimum of 3 of experience in oil and gas surveying or equivalent relevant experience.
- Diploma in CAD Drafting, Engineering Design and Drafting, or a related discipline.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, AutoCAD Map 3D, Civil 3D, or comparable CAD software.
- Strong drafting skills in both 2D and 3D environments, specifically related to surveying and engineering design.
- Intermediate understanding of GIS principles.
- Thorough understanding of survey plan requirements.
- Fundamental knowledge of regulatory and industry requirements for the applicable business line.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate the following competencies:
- Demonstrates critical and creative thinking to resolve complex challenges effectively.
- Builds trusting and strong internal/external relationships.
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with superior attention to detail.
- Effective written and oral communication skills and a strong sense of professionalism.
- Ability to meet deadlines in a high-volume, demanding environment.
- Ability to follow instructions and work effectively both independently and in a team environment.
- Employer paid benefits package includes a flexible health spending account, extended health coverage, prescription coverage, emergency travel, life insurance, wellness fund, personal/sick days, and Employee Assistance Program.
- Employee Education Assistance Program supports a culture of continuous learning, professional development, and opportunities for career advancement.
- Generous vacation policy.
- Employee recognition program.
- Compassionate employer who welcomes you to bring your whole self to work.
- Outstanding work environment that focuses on teamwork and collaboration.
We thank you for your interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. APPLICANT MUST BE LEGALLY AUTHORIZED TO WORK IN CANADA. Validation of eligibility will be required if selected for an interview.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Produce, review, and support 2D and 3D drafting deliverables, survey plans, and related products using CAD and coordinate geometry software. Interpret survey and project information, resolve drafting discrepancies, follow company and client standards, support quality control, and contribute to workflow improvements and team development.
Requirements
Applicants need at least three years of oil and gas surveying experience or equivalent relevant experience, plus a diploma in CAD Drafting, Engineering Design and Drafting, or a related discipline. They should be proficient with AutoCAD, AutoCAD Map 3D, Civil 3D, or comparable software, and have strong 2D/3D drafting skills, intermediate GIS knowledge, and a thorough understanding of survey plan requirements.
Skills
- AutoCAD
- AutoCAD Map 3D
- Civil 3D
- 2D Drafting
- 3D Drafting
- Surveying
- Survey Plan Requirements
- GIS Principles
- Coordinate Geometry
- Quality Control
- Plan Review
- Technical Guidance
- Attention to Detail
- Time Management
- Written and Oral Communication
- Problem-Solving
Benefits
- Flexible Health Spending Account
- Extended Health Coverage
- Prescription Coverage
- Emergency Travel Coverage
- Life Insurance
- Wellness Fund
- Personal and Sick Days
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Education Assistance Program
- Professional Development
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Generous Vacation
- Employee Recognition Program
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Engineering
- Energy
- Construction
- Technology
Keywords
- CAD
- AutoCAD
- AutoCAD Map 3D
- Civil 3D
- Coordinate Geometry
- Windows Platform
- 2D Drawings
- 3D Drawings
- Survey Plans
- Land Surveying
- Oil and Gas Surveying
- Geomatics
- Engineering Design
- GIS
- Survey Information
- Evidence Descriptions
- Calculations
- Drafting Standards
- Plan Checking
- Quality Control
- Regulatory Requirements
- Industry Requirements
- Client-Specific Requirements
- Workflow Improvement
- Technical Mentorship
- Project Management