Drafting Jobs in Alberta

A Drafter in the construction industry plays a crucial role in translating architectural or engineering designs into detailed technical drawings. These drawings are typically used as visual guidelines for constructing buildings or infrastructure projects. Drafters create plans for different project aspects like structural foundations, electrical systems, and piping layouts. They use specialized software to create 2D and 3D representations, which includes precise measurements, materials, procedures, and other vital construction details.

Essential skills for a Drafter include strong technical drawing abilities, proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) and building information modeling (BIM) software, spatial understanding, and keen attention to detail. They should also have knowledge of construction methods and materials. Drafters often require an associate degree in drafting, while a certification from the American Design Drafting Association (ADDA) can help highlight their professional competence. Before becoming a drafter, a person may have roles such as a CAD technician, architectural assistant, or engineering technician, where they gain the necessary experience in technical drawing and design.

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Electrical Drafter / Designer

  • Nisku, AB
  • 5 days ago
  • Nisku, AB
  • 5 days ago

What we look for Required: College diploma or University degree in mechanical engineering design and drafting technology, or a related field Experience with CAD software including standardized drafting...

Junior Drafting Technician/Technologist

  • Calgary, AB
  • 6 days ago
  • Calgary, AB
  • 6 days ago

Junior Drafting Technician/Technologist Come join us in reshaping the future with AtkinsRealis. AtkinsRealis is dedicated in engineering a better future for our planet and its people....

EI&C Designer/Drafter

  • Calgary, AB
  • 8 days ago
  • Calgary, AB
  • 8 days ago

Design and draft PLC panels, JB drawings, Loop drawings, Control architecture drawings, Building layouts and more....

Junior Roadway Drafter

  • Calgary, AB
  • 9 days ago
  • Calgary, AB
  • 9 days ago

We are seeking a Roadway Drafter to work as part of a broader team delivering a range of urban and rural road and transit projects....

Design Drafting Technician - Alberta

  • Calgary, AB
  • 22 days ago
  • Calgary, AB
  • 22 days ago

Prepare project design/tender/construction drawing sets including surface models, site plans, cross-sections, profiles, drainage, paint markings, construction details, and material quantity takeoff....

Design Drafting Technician - Calgary

  • Calgary, AB
  • 30+ days ago
  • Calgary, AB
  • 30+ days ago

Prepare project design/tender/construction drawing sets including surface models, site plans, cross-sections, profiles, drainage, paint markings, construction details, and material quantity takeoff....

CAD Technician

  • Calgary, AB
  • 30+ days ago
  • Calgary, AB
  • 30+ days ago

as well as solving technical challenges while developing new workflows Genuine interest to develop and progress digital delivery with a propensity for learning Maintain and improve on knowledge of drafting...

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Salary for Drafting Jobs in Alberta

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireConstruction research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Draftings in Alberta offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
39.4%
Associate's Degree
25.6%
Master's Degree
13.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.1%
High School or GED
7.7%
Some College
1.5%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some High School
0.3%


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