CAD Technician

The CAD Technician performs technical civil engineering and drafting work in support of County Highway maintenance and construction projects.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents in this position. The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and may change with or without notice. Incumbents must be able to perform the essential function of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Develops and modifies detailed dimensional drawings, survey exhibits, and design layouts using Autodesk Civil 3D
• Calculates dimensions, excavation volume, profile specifications, and material quantities
• Researches and drafts plats, easements, and boundary surveys using CAD software to ensure accurate mapping of property lines and legal restrictions
• Assists in gathering, interpreting, and preparing data for studies, reports, plans, and specifications
• Develops and maintains CAD standards, templates, and settings; provides technical support and guidance to staff as needed
• Assists with field inspections of paving and construction projects
• Communicates with contractors to support project coordination and clarify construction details
• Maintains accurate daily logs detailing construction activities and field observations
• Adheres to all traffic laws and safety regulations on roadways and work sites; identifies and reports safety hazards or traffic concerns
• Maintains confidentiality of non-public records and makes available all data and information deemed a public record by the North Dakota Century Code.

• Associate degree in CAD technology, drafting, civil engineering, or a related field OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Must possess a valid North Dakota Drivers License or equivalent
• Must pass a background check and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening

• Work is performed in an office setting and an outdoor environment with exposure to extreme temperatures and inclement weather
• Some work is performed on construction sites with exposure to uneven ground, loud noises, chemicals, and construction equipment
• Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds

Compensation: Starting pay ranges from $33.16 to $38.13 per hour, based on qualifications and experience.

Benefits:
Williams County offers a generous benefit package including paid sick and vacation leave, fully paid health, dental, and vision insurance plan for single, single plus dependent, or family contracts, term life insurance, long-term disability insurance, fully funded retirement benefits through the North Dakota Public Employee Retirement System, and more!

To learn more about Williams County, please visit our website: To learn more about living and working in Williams County, visit All offers of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening, background check, and reference review.