BIM/CAD Operator

About the Role

The BIM/CAD Operator is responsible for creating and modifying elements within a virtual environment using industry-specific software applications, with a focus on electrical systems in the construction industry.

Responsibilities

• Model electrical systems based on markup drawings and/or verbal direction provided by electrical detailers.
• Set up Revit views and sheets in preparation for shop drawings.
• Annotate and dimension shop drawings for field installation.
• Utilize Bluebeam Revu software to markup PDF drawings and communicate with team members.
• Prepare copies and help make sets of documents for transmittal to other parties.
• Download drawings and information from the Web, SharePoint, or project websites (FTP, BIM360, etc.).
• Check own work for accuracy before passing on to others.
• Perform other tasks and special projects as assigned.

Requirements

• A working knowledge of computer-aided drafting and software applications, typically acquired through an associate’s degree in computer-aided design and drafting or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 2 years’ experience in the electrical construction industry, with knowledge of electrical symbols and electrical drafting conventions and standards.
• Required to maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Minimal travel (up to 10%).

Skills

• Experience in Autodesk Revit, Navisworks, AutoCAD, Bluebeam Revu, Trimble, and MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, and Excel).
• Ability to take verbal and general written direction and turn it into appropriate, working shop drawings.
• Ability to manipulate Revit families, views, browser structure, sheets, schedules, filters, and similar Revit functions.
• Fluency in 2D and 3D space, including understanding of 3D coordination with other trades.
• Ability to receive and transmit documents on behalf of the design team.
• Fluency with plotters, printers, and reproduction systems used in-house or on the job site.
• Fluency in importing documents, such as spreadsheets, photos, images, and word processing files into Revit projects.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and an effective team player.
• Excellent human relations skills and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Experience in creating simple parametric families, utilizing shared parameters, creating schedules, and creating complex geometry (preferred).

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company-paid term life insurance and AD&D coverage.
• 401k retirement plan with employer match and company contribution.
• PTO accrual of up to 120 hours in a full year (subject to plan terms thereafter).
• 7 company-paid holidays.

Pay

$30 - $36 per hour.