Drafting Jobs in Arkansas

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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Designer/Drafter

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 18 hours ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 18 hours ago

Designer/Drafter Department: Engineering Job Status: Full Time Section: Drafting & Documentation Reports To: VP Product Development or SVP Engineering FLSA Status: Exempt Amount of Travel Required:...

CAD Technician

  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 1 day ago

Experience with 3D CAD Drafting in Civil or Mechanical disciplines is highly preferred. Ability to work in a contract-to-hire role....

Lead/Senior Drafter, Roads

  • Manila, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Manila, AR
  • 1 day ago

The Senior/Lead Drafter, Roads is responsible for leading the production of detailed road and highway drawings in compliance with New Zealand design standards....

Drafter

  • Atkins, AR
  • 7 days ago
  • Atkins, AR
  • 7 days ago

Staffmark is seeking a detail-oriented Drafter to join our client's team in Atkins, AR....

Civil Drafter

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 11 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 11 days ago

Ability to read and understand construction drawings. Strong communication skills. Ability to work independently, maintain schedule, and manage deadlines....

Drafter/Designer

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 21 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 21 days ago

Ability to read and understand construction drawings. Strong communication skills. Ability to work independently, maintain schedule, and manage deadlines....

Drafter II

  • Lowell, AR
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lowell, AR
  • 30+ days ago

Interprets construction drawings, contracts, and specifications as well as verbal instructions. Provides sales with the necessary building design details to meet customer requests....

Civil CAD Technician

  • Bentonville, AR
  • 60+ days ago
  • Bentonville, AR
  • 60+ days ago

If this sounds like the right drafting opportunity for you, apply today!...

Experienced CAD Operator

  • Bentonville, AR
  • 60+ days ago
  • Bentonville, AR
  • 60+ days ago

will primarily be responsible for: designing and producing sets of plans for commercial, industrial, institutional, and residential Land Development projects; and implementing and managing AutoCAD drafting...

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Salary for Drafting Jobs in Arkansas

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Highest Education Level

Draftings in Arkansas offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
39.5%
Associate's Degree
25.6%
Master's Degree
13.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.1%
High School or GED
7.6%
Some College
1.5%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some High School
0.3%