CAD Technician

California Water Service | San Jose, CA

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Posted Date 12/26/2024
Description

CAD Technician

 

California Water Service

 

California Water Service

 

Job Description:

 

This is an advanced journey level position in this classification series. Within the areas described in the primary job function, completes assignments with limited supervision. Technician proceeds on their own initiative in compliance with policies, practices, and procedures prescribed by immediate supervisor. This position can be located in either San Jose or Bakersfield, CA.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

 

  • Drafting of New Business projects and water main relocations following design guidelines and

 

  • standards, including proper handling and maintaining of Developer's AutoCAD file;

 

  • Perform basic calculations such as pipeline crossing and meter sizing;

 

  • Effectively prioritize projects given competing deadlines & quickly pivot as needed;

 

  • Prepare Cal Water cost estimate form in accordance with CPUC Rules;

 

  • Provide support on utility location research and verification as necessary;

 

  • Communicate closely with master contractor on confirmatory price requests;

 

  • Communicate closely with engineer and district staff on project progress and any missing information;

 

  • Communicate as needed with Developer's engineer regarding project surveying, design, and drawings;

 

  • Drafting of new standard drawing and revisions;

 

  • Ability to efficiently manage and prioritize multiple projects and tasks.

 

  • Independently conducts research on existing infrastructure using databases, maps, drawings, photos and paper files, with limited support

 

  • Communicates with Cal Water employees from other groups, departments, and districts to collect data, complete requests, and coordinate as necessary

 

  • Operates a provided company vehicle for travel to field locations

 

  • Participates in Continuous Improvement (CI) activities to improve all aspects of the company's operations

 

  • Responsible for personal safety at all times

 

  • Properly documents work and maintain records in databases and paper files

 

  • Performs algebraic and geometric or financial calculations

 

  • Supports engineers, field staff, and other technicians in completing field work

 

  • Operates specific hardware such as large format printers and scanners

 

  • Coordinates field work to obtain data, measurements and/or GPS coordinates, with limited supervision

 

  • Records Management

 

  • Assists in training new technicians and field staff

 

  • Completes peer review of work done by other technicians

 

  • Occasionally directs other technicians

 

  • Assists in the development and implementation of new software, standards, procedures, and processes

 

  • May have limited project management responsibilities

 

  • Performs work on-site in the assigned office location

 

  • Performs other duties as assigned as appropriate for the classification

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

 

  • High school diploma or General Education Development (GED) equivalent

 

  • Valid California Class C Driver's License

 

  • Additional education or on-the-job advanced journey level experience in a related technical area

 

  • Advanced proficiency in all job related software and hardware. Depending on the Primary Job Function, this may include Computer-Aided Design Software, surveying equipment, Enterprise Asset Management Software, Global Positioning System devices, Geographic Information software, or financial software

 

  • Properly plans, prioritizes and documents work

 

  • Technical knowledge and ability needed to complete the job assignments

 

  • Successfully completes all essential tasks for the functional area and level or demonstrates the capability to perform

 

Salary Range: $42.17 - $58.09

 

Deadline to submit resume is Thursday, January 9, 2025.

 

The Equal Opportunity Policy of the Company is based upon the philosophy that all people should be treated fairly and with dignity. California Water Service, Hawaii Water Service, New Mexico Water Service and Washington Water Service do not discriminate against any applicant or employee because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other protected class. The Company makes all employment decisions in a non-discriminatory manner. EOE, VET, DISABILITIES.

 

To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/5896738

 

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Job Category
State Government
Career Level
Mid Level

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