Draftsperson

Architectural Technology/Technician
- Architectural Engineering Technology/Technician
- Manufacturing Technology/Technician
- or equivalent experience

**Additional Skills**:

- Prepare construction specifications, costs and material estimates
- Prepare contracts and tenders
- Read and interpret blueprints

**Area of Specialization**:

- Technical illustration
- Kitchen
- Industrial design
- Furniture design
- Built-in units
- Architecture
- Office furniture
- Kitchen cabinets and vanities

**Type of Product**:

- Furniture

**Type of Drafting**:

- Shop drawings
- Presentation drawings
- Detailing drafting
- Computer-aided design (CAD)

**Specific Skills**:

- Prepare engineering designs and drawings
- Prepare contracts and tenders
- Examine drawings for conformity and errors
- Estimate costs and materials
- Develop and prepare design sketches
- Complete documentation packages and drawing sets
- Consult with clients to determine needs, preferences, safety requirements and purpose of space
- Develop detailed plans and 3-D models showing arrangement of walls, dividers, displays, lighting and other fixtures
- Develop plans, elevations, cross sections and detailed drawings

**Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities**:

- Fast-paced environment
- Work under pressure
- Attention to detail
- Sitting
- Tight deadlines

**Computer and Technology Knowledge**:

- Word processing software
- Spreadsheet
- MS Windows
- Internet
- AutoCAD
- Mail server software
- MS Office
- SolidWorks software
- Computer-aided design (CAD)

**Personal Suitability**:

- Team player
- Excellent oral communication
- Excellent written communication
- Organized

**Screening questions**:

- Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
- Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
- What is your current level of study?
- What is your current field of study?
- What is the highest level of study you have completed?
- Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
- Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?
- Do you have education in this field of employment?