CAD Designer Technician Job

Primary location: Kelowna, British Columbia

Relocation offered: No

Employment status: Full-Time

Travel: No

Non-compete: No

The estimated base salary range for this role is $56,370 CAD to $84,550 CAD per year.

Individual pay is based upon location, skills and expertise, experience and other relevant factors

What does it mean to work at Geometrik, a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries?
It means being immersed in a supportive culture that recognizes you as a key player in Armstrong's future. We are a large company with a local feel, where you will get to know and collaborate with leadership and your colleagues across the company.

By joining us, you'll have the opportunity to make the most of your potential. Alongside a competitive remuneration package, you will receive:

Standard benefit package offerings: medical, dental, prescription drugs, life insurance

Vacation and sick time

Reporting to the Senior Project Designer/Project Manager, the AS CAD Technician/Designer plays a crucial role in supporting the company's product line by creating detailed drawings for complex installation and product issues using two-dimensional and three-dimensional design software (AutoCAD, Inventor, Revit). The incumbent provides solutions to both internal and external customers, translating design layouts into detailed drawings and performing take-offs to facilitate project development from inception through to order.

What's in it for you

• Grow your CAD experience with advanced tools.
• Collaborate directly with contractors, architects, and project managers.
• Build customer-facing skills through site visits and design presentations.

What You'll Do
AS Senior CAD Technician

• Complete shop drawings in 2D and 3D that require modifications to our typical suspension systems.
• Recognize problems or issues with customer submitted drawings and clarifies requirements before completing drawings.
• Proactively create & maintain CAD library drawing files with little supervision.
• Assist Senior Project Designer/Project Manager in training newer employees.
• Inspect drawings submitted by newer employees for adherence to drafting standards.
• Create drawings and details to accompany bid documents, installation instructions, brochures, and web-based applications for custom and standard products as needed.
• Provide drawings/details to customers with guidance & review by management.
• Build relationships with internal & external customers including Contractors and Architects.
• Accompany Sales and Project Management Teams to jobsite and other customer-facing opportunities.

What Will Make You Successful
AS CAD Technician/Senior CAD Technician

• Strong mechanical aptitude with advanced knowledge of CAD software (AutoCAD, BIM/REVIT, Inventor).
• Ability to read and translate blueprints and technical drawings.
• Keen eye for detail and precision.
• Ability to work both individually and as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of Windows Applications, including Microsoft Office and operating systems.
• Knowledge of commercial ceilings and walls, and their technical requirements (aesthetics, acoustics, fire rating, structural, etc.).

Qualifications
AS Senior CAD Technician

• Technical certificate in architecture, engineering, design, or related field required.
• Possesses 2-5 years of experience using AutoCAD/Revit in a related field required.

Why should you join Geometrik, a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries?
Geometrik is a leading manufacturer of custom wood acoustical panels and systems, serving architectural and design communities across North America. Based in British Columbia, the company specializes in sustainable, high-performance ceiling and wall solutions crafted from premium wood species. With a focus on innovation, craftsmanship, and acoustic excellence, Geometrik delivers tailored products for commercial, institutional, and cultural spaces.

Beyond materials and manufacturing, Geometrik embraces a broader definition of sustainability, fostering long-term relationships with employees, suppliers, and the community. Their mission includes not only using recyclable resources but also promoting sustainable employment and responsible business practices.

For more than 160 years, we have built our business on trust and integrity. It set us apart then, and it sets us apart now, along with our ability to collaborate with and innovate for the people we're here to serve - our customers, our shareholders, our communities and our employees.

We are committed to developing new and sustainable architectural solutions, with design and performance possibilities that make a positive difference in spaces where we live, work, learn, heal and play. It's an exciting, rewarding business to be in, and we're committed to continue to grow and prosper for the benefit of all of our stakeholders. We hope you join us.

Our Sustainability Ambition
"Bringing our Purpose to Life" - lead a transformation in the design and building of spaces fit for today and tomorrow.

We are committed to:

• Engaging a diverse, purpose-driven workforce;
• Transforming buildings from structures that shelter into structures that serve and preserve the health and well-being of people and planet;
• Pursuing sustainable, innovative solutions for spaces where we live, work, learn heal and play;
• Being a catalyst for change with all of our stakeholders; and
• Making a positive difference in the environments and communities we impact.

About the location (Kelowna, BC)
Nestled in the heart of the stunning Okanagan Valley, Kelowna is one of Canada's most desirable places to live and work. Known for its natural beauty, the city sits on the eastern shore of Okanagan Lake, surrounded by mountains, vineyards, and orchards. Kelowna enjoys over 2,000 hours of sunshine annually, making it one of the sunniest cities in Canada—ideal for outdoor enthusiasts.

Kelowna is a hub for agriculture, tourism, and technology, with a thriving wine industry featuring over 200 wineries. It also boasts a growing tech sector, vibrant arts and culture, and a strong sense of community. The city's name comes from the Okanagan word for "grizzly bear," and its rich Indigenous heritage is woven into its identity.

Kelowna offers a balanced lifestyle; combining urban amenities with easy access to hiking, skiing, boating, and lakeside relaxation. Whether you're drawn by career opportunities or the laid-back lifestyle, Kelowna is a place where work and nature coexist beautifully.

Geometrik, a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries, is committed to providing an environment free of discrimination and harassment on the applicable prohibited grounds under applicable human rights legislation, where individuals are treated with respect, have equal opportunities in accordance with applicable human rights legislation, and can contribute meaningfully in the workplace once employed.

Come and build your future with us and apply today

Geometrik, a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries, is committed to providing an environment free of discrimination and harassment on the applicable prohibited grounds under applicable human rights legislation, where individuals are treated with respect, have equal opportunities in accordance with applicable human rights legislation, and can contribute meaningfully in the workplace once employed.