Junior Structural Drafter

Morskate Manufacturing is a family-run structural steel manufacturer located in Ponoka, Alberta. Specializing in structural, agricultural and custom orders, we take pride in the ability to be adaptable and flexible when designing and building orders to meet the customers exact requirements.

**Position Summary**

Are you looking for an exciting new career opportunity that comes with amazing opportunities for success and growth for your future? Morskate Manufacturing is actively recruiting a motivated Junior Structural Drafter to join our dynamic team of professionals.

Reporting to the Drafting Supervisor, you will be responsible for creating accurate and detailed technical drawings for structural steel components including beams, columns, stairs, and handrails. Reporting to the Drafting Supervisor, this role supports the fabrication process by producing models, cut lists, and CNC files using drafting software. If you are a motivated, reliable individual looking to grow within a collaborative and fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you

**Responsibilities**
- Maintain excellent attendance record
- Prepare detail drawings of beams, columns, girts, joists, stairs, handrails and connections
- Provide fabrication with cut lists and CNC data files for the fabrication process
- Model small miscellaneous items
- Prioritize, organize and maintain assigned projects to maintain set schedules
- Identify and assist in the facilitation of continual improvement processes in support of company goals
- Create drawings for field installation
- Import model information into ERP system

**Requirements/Qualifications**
- Previous drafting experience an asset
- Proficient in MS Office
- Previous experience using Tekla and Solidworks an asset
- Excellent communication skills with attention to detail
- Must have strong time management and organizational skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines
- Able to work independently or as part of a team
- Ability to speak, read, write and understand English clearly

**Health & Safety Responsibilities**
- Active participation in company safety program

**What Morskate Manufacturing Offers**
- Permanent, year-round employment
- Competitive wages
- Overtime after 8 hours a day / 44 hours a week
- Benefits after 3 months of employment
- 4% vacation pay plus statutory holiday pay
- Guaranteed every Sunday off

We offer competitive starting wages beginning at $24.00 per hour, with final rates determined by your experience, skill level, and how well you align with the role. We appreciate dedication and commitment, and we conduct thorough performance reviews after three months and annually to acknowledge outstanding work and support employee growth.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $24.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Vision care

Work Location: In person