Civil 3D CAD Technician

About the role

Viaero Fiber Networks is seeking an experienced Civil 3D AutoCAD Technician in Grand Island, Nebraska. The employee will perform civil OSP field engineering, project review, design, and AutoCAD work, requiring technical knowledge of GIS, GPS, Trimble data capture, Point‑Man, and other jurisdictional utility mapping software. Only experienced OSP Civil 3D AutoCAD technicians will be considered; engineers without Civil 3D CAD experience will not be considered. Work location is in the office in Fort Morgan, Colorado, with some overnight travel required and the ability to work outside in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Fielding, drafting, and design of existing and planned wireline (ISP/OSP fiber) projects
• Proficient with Civil 3D AutoCAD and CAD management packages
• Able to travel and obtain field information for planned or existing network routes using a GPS device
• Develop or modify deliverables based on GIS design, right‑of‑way data research, field‑gathered information, rough sketches, marked‑up copies, and/or detailed verbal instructions
• Develop necessary layouts, views, sections, and details
• Learn and understand the standards and procedures of the current project
• Perform minor computations such as material quantity estimates and dimensional checks as assigned
• Learn new programs or processes required for assignments
• Continuously evaluate methods used to accomplish assigned activities
• Ensure deliverables and tasks are complete and meet QA requirements

Requirements

• 2 or more years performing drafting work using Civil 3D AutoCAD
• Ability to work outside as needed in all weather conditions
• Some overnight travel may be required
• Must pass pre‑employment checks, including a criminal background check, motor vehicle record check, and substance screening, in accordance with federal law

Qualifications

• Diploma or certificate preferred
• Associate degree in Drafting or Engineering Design preferred
• Working knowledge of Civil 3D Computer Automated Drafting Design (CADD) program, “Civil 3D AutoCAD”, required