Autocad Technician

Snohomish County Facilities & Fleet is seeking a temporary AutoCad Technician for the Project and Maintenance teams. The department seeks a knowledgeable CAD technician to assist the project team and maintenance team with poly-lining floor plans. The role requires knowledge of reading blue prints, using AutoCad for floor plans manipulation, and use of software programs for upload.

BASIC FUNCTION
To perform technical computer aided drafting and design (CADD) in support of facility related projects. Create closed boundary polylines for space planning, facility management, or building area calculations and/or chargebacks.

STATEMENT OF ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

1. Provides assistance in interpreting floor plans, entering polyline data using AutoCAD and interfacing with Facilities computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).

2. Supports the entry, coding, and organization of data, including typing tabular information or the CMMS database.

3. Helps modify and edit AutoCAD drawings in accordance with established specifications and procedures.

4. Contributes to the preparation reports and related materials, as assigned.

5. Supports operation of computer equipment and software as required.

6. Aids in preparing documents and procedures and maintains records of completed assignments.

STATEMENT OF OTHER JOB DUTIES

1. Performs related duties as required.

An Associate of Arts degree or certificate in Computer-Aided Drafting (CADD), proficiency in 2D AutoCAD software and strong attention to detail. Key requirements include understanding drafting standards, basic technical drawing skills, and 150+ hours of software experience OR any combination of training and or experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Proficiency in data management and automation skills is desired. The employee should also have working knowledge of AutoCAD software and Microsoft Office. Some experience with GIS and SQL is desired.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• the principles and practices of commercial facility drawings
• AutoCAD software to input, manipulate or edit floor plans
• AutoCAD software to produce floorplans used to locate people and equipment
• the organization, structure and function of county government
• business writing and report preparation
• maintaining required records and preparing necessary reports
• application of relevant federal, state and local laws, codes, rules, regulations and guidelines
• research and analysis techniques
• client interaction and project management

Ability to:

• communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, in a multicultural workforce serving a diverse population;
• prepare clear and concise written reports and presentations
• prioritize and resolve problems
• exercise initiative and judgment and make decisions within the scope of assigned responsibility
• establish and maintain effective work relationships with elected officials, department heads, associates, subordinates and the general public
• analyze and solve work related problems.

SUPERVISION
Employee will receive direction from a Facilities and Fleet Management professional as assigned. Assignments are made indicating generally what is to be done, the quantity of work expected, and any deadlines which are required to be met.

WORKING CONDITIONS
The work is performed in the usual office environment.

Snohomish County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.
Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request.