Designer/Drafter

Pay: $18 - $34/Hour

MetroPower is in need of a Designer/Drafter to join our team and create detailed and accurate designs using information from project leadership and teams in the field. The person in this role will review contract documents, submittals, specifications, and drafts for important information that will need to be utilized for construction. Then, through the use of computer-aided design programs such as AutoCAD, Bluebeam Revu, and Revit, the Designer/Drafter will also produce schematics, models, installation drawings, technical documents and diagrams to support the field staff and the electrical installation.

Position Duties & Responsibilities:

* Design installation drawings in AutoCAD & Revit for prefabrication and other projects

* Create data sheets in coordination with designs that provide information about the buildings and materials that will be needed

* Track & log data points using Microsoft Excel

* Attend project and field coordination meetings as scheduled/required to keep current of project developments, milestones, and timelines.

* Keep detailed and current records of all project work including drawings, correspondence, and schedules

* Maintain and update drawings and all project files

* Maintain digital and physical file organization according to standards within the department

* Visit job sites to answer questions and ensure designs are implemented correctly.

* Assist field staff with layouts.

* Assist in production of prefabricated equipment and devices in the shop when needed.

Position Requirements:

* High school graduate, General Education Development (GED) or equivalent education - Required

* Practical electrical construction experience - Required

* Technical drafting CAD course experience - Preferred

* Must have a desire to work in a team-based environment and contribute immediately

* Positive and safety conscious attitude with personal integrity - both are non-negotiable

* Outside of the box, conceptual thinker with strong written and verbal communication skills

* Self-motivated, analytical, and independent leader that quickly picks up concepts of the business

* Detail oriented, organized, and able to manage priorities with awareness of established standards, deadlines, and expectations while producing high quality work

* Flexibility to assist team members and adjust to customer requirements and changing priorities

Physical Requirements:

* Ability to maintain a consistent workload that involves long hours at a computer screen and moderate manual labor as needed by the department

* Office environment which requires sitting, standing and bending

* Repetitive use of arms, hands, and fingers

* Stand at a workstation to assemble product components for extended periods of time if needed

At MetroPower, we believe in the Power to Serve along with the Pursuit of Excellence. As such, the following values guide our behaviors: A Servant's Heart - Focus on the Needs of Others, Wisdom - Insightful, Integrity - Honesty and Trustworthy, Courage - Decisive and Confident in Others, Humility - Modest and Respectful, Passion - Unfailing Dedication

EEO Statement

MetroPower is an Equal Opportunity employer that provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

MetroPower is willing to train candidates how to use software however, the candidate MUST HAVE SOME EXPERIENCE WITH ELECTRICAL WORK IN COMMERCIAL SETTINGS