Meridium Group, Inc Hiring for Telecommunications Drafter Job at Tyler, TX Full Time

Telecommunications Drafter

Overview
Reporting to the Design Manager, the Telecommunications Drafter (“Drafter”) produces drawings, sketches, and diagrams for various types of telecommunications projects. This is an entry-level position that is responsible to assist the Design Manager and Designers through the production of preliminary drawings, construction drawings, and project specifications throughout the project lifecycle.

The Drafter’s ultimate responsibility is to produce drawings and related design documents that comply with Meridium Group’s quality assurance standards and industry best practices. The Drafter will be an integral part of the design team who demonstrates the ability to collaborate professionally with Designers, Project Managers, and various other stakeholders.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Produce thorough and complete drawings that meet and exceed the required scope of work and expected levels of quality
• Ensure that all drafting assignments are completed on time and to a high level of quality
• Ensure that all drafting assignments are legible, easy to decipher, and adhere to industry-accepted drafting standards
• Coordinate with the Design Manager, Designer, and outside plant engineers to gather product and material requirements for inclusion in project drawings and specifications
• Prepare preliminary sketches, drawings, and diagrams as required to assist the Directors and Executive Level Professionals in determining scopes of work, technical requirements, and overall project plans
• Respond to design changes or needed revisions with a high degree of urgency
• Stay up to date on industry best practices and emerging trends
• Work to ensure that all design documents are error free and correct prior to submission
• Promptly communicate all design challenges, obstacles, and variances to the Design Manager and Project Lead
• Support the development and implementation of all existing and new Project Management Office programs and processes
• Ensure all work produced is of a high quality, accurate, and professional

Skills and Qualifications

• At least 1 year of telecommunications drafting experience – or – 3 years of general drafting experience
• Hands-on experience with AutoCAD
• ESRI ArcGIS experience is a plus, but not required
• Experience utilizing GIS data is a plus, but not required
• Strong computer skills
• Good math skills
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to learn and adapt
• High degree of critical thinking, communication, accountability, analytical thinking, and collaboration
• Ability to multi-task
• Resourceful and analytical with excellent communication skills

Education Requirements

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent

Additional Requirements

• Must successfully pass a criminal background check.
• Must pass a drug screening.

Meridium Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to recruiting, hiring, and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds regardless of gender, race, color, creed, national origin, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Meridium Group collects personal information about its applicants for employment that may include personal identifiers, professional or employment related information, photos, education information and/or protected classifications under federal and state law. This information is collected for employment purposes, including identification, work authorization, background screening, human resource administration and compliance with federal, state, and local law. All employees are required to successfully pass a background, driving, and drug screening.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35,000.00 – $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• You must be able to successfully pass a drug test and your driving and criminal history will be verified to be considered for the position. Do you understand this requirement?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• telecommunications design: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver’s License (Preferred)

Work Location: One location