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Assistant Distribution CAD Operator 1

Gai Consultants, Inc.

The Role

Overview

Assist with design, drafting, and field support for utility distribution projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • technical support
  • survey layout
  • design development
  • field inspection
  • drawing preparation
  • customer meetings

Tasks

-Responsible for personal task management and adherence to deadlines and scope -Provide scheduled or requested status updates to supervisors, customers or other relevant parties. -Provide technical support to distribution engineering and field personnel for the upgrading and maintenance of the distribution system. -Perform survey and layout work in the field. -Interpret property line boundary, topographic surveys, as-built surveys, construction staking, ROW staking and collection of geospatial points. -Initiate designs for new construction, conversion or improvement of both overhead and underground distribution facilities. -May also entail field inspection duties including but not limited to patrolling distribution lines to assess current state, future needs, or storm restoration support. -Follow local utility and construction standards. -Meets with external customers concerning service requirements and design options. -Inspect work performed by associated crews to ensure construction meets design requirements, association specifications and NESC/NEC requirements. -With minimal supervision, design and permit distribution lines, including drawing preparation, bill of materials development, material ordering, and conducting field visits.

Requirements

  • autocad
  • ms office
  • associate degree
  • 1+ years
  • construction
  • critical thinking

What You Bring

-Candidates must have the ability to communicate effectively and professionally with a diverse audience (customers, field workers and management). -Proficient with MS Office software. -1+ Years of Experience -More independent completion of work assignments -Basic AutoCAD knowledge. -Able to identify inconsistencies in drawings and communicate these issues of concern to his or her supervisor -Associate Degree from an accredited Technical School -Ability to meet deadlines. -1+ years of experience in Distribution utility work. -Construction Knowledge -Associate’s degree in electrical technology or engineering technology (or similar discipline) or six months’ work experience that directly relates to the responsibilities above (helper or intern experience acceptable) required. -Possess basic oral and written communication skills. interacts effectively with other staff. Learns to master and accurately follow instructions from others -Understanding of AutoCAD, MicroStation, and/or related drafting software. -Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills. -Strong organizational skills are a must. -Ability to retain and apply on-the-job training. -Must demonstrate the ability to understand codes and practices related to the position along with general construction knowledge. -Able to take and follow verbal instruction -Basic 2-D line work and text edits. Plot and create PDF drawings. Perform red-line edits. Follows basic QA/QC procedures. Assist with general office function such as printing and folding drawings

Benefits

-Tuition Reimbursement -401k company match -Competitive salary - GAI is committed to paying market-based salaries -Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, company paid Long Term Disability, and Short-Term Disability (benefits start within 30 days of hire) -Generous Paid Time Off and 7 paid holidays -New paid Maternity/Paternity/Adoption program

The Company

About Gai Consultants, Inc.

-is a trusted partner in engineering, environmental, and construction services, delivering innovative solutions across diverse sectors. -has established a strong reputation for providing tailored, sustainable solutions for complex projects. -focuses on helping clients achieve their infrastructure goals with a blend of technical expertise and practical experience. -notable projects include large-scale infrastructure development, energy systems, and water management solutions. -known for its ability to adapt to both public and private sector challenges. -provides consulting services that bridge the gap between engineering design, environmental solutions, and construction management.

Sector Specialisms

Energy

Transportation

Development

Government

Industrial

Commercial

Municipal

Residential

Power Delivery

Renewables

Environmental Engineering

Land Development

Infrastructure

Survey

Cultural Resources

Water Resources

Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI)

Landscape Architecture + Design

Electric Grid Resiliency

Storm Sewer

Grading

Drainage

Substation Engineering

Power Generation Facilities

Forensic Analysis

Seismic Certification