Drafting Jobs in Nebraska

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 CAD Designer

  • Omaha, NE
  • moments ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • moments ago

Minimum of 3 years' experience drafting electrical systems within the utility or energy sector....

Design Drafter

  • Valley, NE
  • 1 day ago
  • Valley, NE
  • 1 day ago

Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications: Associates degree in Drafting....

Autocad Designer

  • Omaha, NE
  • 7 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 7 days ago

Compile and prepare plan submittals (shop drawings) and material submittals for review by architects, engineers, clients, and authorities having jurisdiction....

AV (Audio Visual) CAD Drafter

  • Omaha, NE
  • 18 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 18 days ago

AV (Audio Visual) CAD Drafter CoSolutions, Inc....

Electrical Drafter I or II

  • Columbus, NE
  • 19 days ago
  • Columbus, NE
  • 19 days ago

Electrical Drafter I or II Columbus, NE, US, 68602-0499 Electrical Drafter I or II Salary Range Electrical Drafter I - $4,455.00 - $5,569.00 Electrical Drafter II - $4,983.00 - $6,229.00 Location -...

Mechanical Drafter

  • Valley, NE
  • 23 days ago
  • Valley, NE
  • 23 days ago

Remote/Hybrid Mechanical Drafter Job Description The Mechanical Drafter handles low to moderate complexity tasks, prepares necessary drawings and data, and interacts with other departments to resolve...

Draftsperson, Engineering- 1st Shift

  • Kearney, NE
  • 27 days ago
  • Kearney, NE
  • 27 days ago

Qualifications EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE: Required: High school education with courses in mathematics, shop practices, and drafting. Also, two years experience in drafting....

Electrical CAD Designer

  • Omaha, NE
  • 30+ days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 30+ days ago

Create detailed electrical drawings, schematics, and diagrams using computer-aided design (CAD) software and other drafting tools....

Facade Drafter

  • Lincoln, NE
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lincoln, NE
  • 45+ days ago

CAD Drafter Qualifications: Responsibilities: Review Architectural drawings and specifications Prepare shop drawings for Architects approval and fabrication using AutoCAD Prepare B.O.M....

Facade Drafter

  • Omaha, NE
  • 45+ days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 45+ days ago

CAD Drafter Qualifications: Responsibilities: Review Architectural drawings and specifications Prepare shop drawings for Architects approval and fabrication using AutoCAD Prepare B.O.M....

Drafting Technician I or II

  • Brownville, NE
  • 30+ days ago
  • Brownville, NE
  • 30+ days ago

Drafting Technician I or II Brownville, NE, US, 68321-0098 Drafting Technician I or II Salary Range Drafting Technician I - $4,983.00 -$6,229.00 Drafting Technician II - $5,580.00 -$6,975.00 Location...

Senior Drafter

  • Grand Island, NE
  • 45+ days ago
  • Grand Island, NE
  • 45+ days ago

Provide feedback upon reviewing/checking drafting documentation prepared by Drafting Apprentice or Drafter I for improving knowledge, performance, and quality....

Drafter III

  • Grand Island, NE
  • 45+ days ago
  • Grand Island, NE
  • 45+ days ago

Provide feedback upon reviewing/checking drafting documentation prepared by Drafting Apprentice or Drafter I for improving knowledge, performance, and quality....

Drafter

  • Aurora, NE
  • 60+ days ago
  • Aurora, NE
  • 60+ days ago

Education: Associate Degree in Architectural Drafting or equivalent experience....

CAD Technician, Nebraska

  • Omaha, NE
  • 60+ days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 60+ days ago

Summary/Objective Experienced Drafter/CAD Operator performing technical drafting support for assigned projects under general supervision....

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Salary for Drafting Jobs in Nebraska

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Highest Education Level

Draftings in Nebraska 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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