Drafting Jobs in California

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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CAD Operator

  • Perris, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Perris, CA
  • 3 hours ago

Qualifications: High school diploma or GED, degree in drafting preferred. Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office....

Looking for Full/Part Time AutoCAD Drafter

  • Encino, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Encino, CA
  • 11 hours ago

We are looking for experienced and organized Architectural Draftsperson to work with our design team on creating and drafting plans that include floor plans, site plans, architectural details and other...

Architectural Drafter

  • Torrance, CA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Torrance, CA
  • 17 hours ago

Firm Profile: Satoh Brothers International provides commercial design and construction services Nationwide. With its roots in catering to the US operations of Japanese corporations, Satoh Brothers...

Cad Drafter

  • Irvine, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 1 day ago

As a CAD Drafter, you will be responsible for efficiently and accurately creating fully dimensioned shop drawings and assembly instructions for frames and other custom fabricated structures based on...

CAD Technician

  • Irvine, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 3 days ago

Strong communities don't just happen. They're thoughtfully planned and future-ready. We bring life to urban downtowns, suburban hubs, small towns, and rural areas through master-planned...

On-Call 3D Designer Vectorworks Drafter

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 6 days ago

On-Call 3D Designer - Vectorworks Drafter Exploratorium - 4.4 San Francisco, CA Job Details Part-time $39.53 - $41.83 an hour 12 hours ago Qualifications AutoCAD 2D animation CAD Architecture Mid-level...

CAD Drafter

  • La Mirada, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • La Mirada, CA
  • 6 days ago

About the Role: We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated CAD Drafter to join our team in the furniture manufacturing industry....

Summer Engineering Student Assistant- Equipment Design Drafting

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 6 days ago

(CAD) models and drawings of components used in the assembly of the Caltrans equipment fleet....

Senior CAD Designer

  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 8 days ago

assemblies and computes weights, dimensions, clearances, tolerances, interconnections, user interfaces and locations of holes Accounts for operating loads and thermal requirements during design phase Drafts...

Draftsperson

  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 11 days ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 11 days ago

You will be involved in product design, CAD drafting, and detailing component and assembly documentation....

Cad Designer

  • San Diego, CA
  • 11 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 11 days ago

Draft designs for pressure vessels in alignment with ASME Section VIII standards. Design structural steel frame weldments for equipment skids and support structures....

Civil CAD Drafter

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 12 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 12 days ago

I have a client who is URGENTLY looking for a Civil CAD Drafter to join their growing team....

Mechanical Design Drafter

  • Manteca, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • Manteca, CA
  • 13 days ago

Drafter - Architectural/Structural Direct Hire Central Valley, CA We are looking for an experienced Drafter on behalf of our client....

Microstation Drafter

  • Irvine, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 13 days ago

Job Title: MicroStation Drafter Join a Top-Rated Engineering Consulting Firm as a Microstation Drafter!...

CAD Designer

  • Encinitas, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • Encinitas, CA
  • 13 days ago

Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in drafting and design. Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. Strong communication and interpersonal skills....

Demographic Data for California

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Salary for Drafting Jobs in California

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Highest Education Level

Draftings in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
39.5%
Associate's Degree
25.6%
Master's Degree
13.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.0%
High School or GED
7.6%
Some College
1.5%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some High School
0.3%