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Position Number: 5122094
Location: El Paso, TX
Position Type: Facilities Management

Drafting Technician

Job ID: 11649
Location: El Paso, TX
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: $RegTemp

About UTEP

UTEP is a comprehensive public research university that is increasing access to excellent higher education. We advance discovery of public value and positively impact the health, culture, education, and economy of the community we serve.

The University of Texas at El Paso is America's leading Hispanic-serving university. Located at the westernmost tip of Texas, where three states and two countries converge along the Rio Grande, 84% of our 24,000 students are Hispanic, and more than half are the first in their families to go to college. UTEP offers 172 bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs at the only open-access, top-tier research university in America.

Position Information

Hiring Department: Planning and Construction

Posting End Date: Open until filled

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday- Friday 8:00 am- 5:00 pm. Flexibility on evenings and weekends required.

FLSA status: non-exempt

Earliest Start Date: As soon as possible.

Salary: Commensurate with education and experience.

Required Application Materials:

Resume
Cover Letter
List of three references

The primary accountabilities are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Incumbents may perform all or some of the primary accountabilities listed. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented in the incumbents' performance objectives as outlined by the incumbents' immediate supervisor or manager. This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. A valid driver's license issued by the State where the applicant resides and insurability as defined in UTS 157 may be required to perform the position's essential functions.

Purpose of Position

Responsible for the day-to-day production of necessary drawings for capital improvement projects. The Drafting Technician performs functions such as the use of computer-assisted drafting (CADD) equipment and software to prepare architectural and engineering design documents; develops final plans of the proposed design, checks dimensions of parts, materials to be used, relation of one part to another, and relation of various parts to whole structure or project; utilizes knowledge of various machines, general engineering practices, building materials, and other physical sciences to complete drawings; makes any adjustments or changes necessary in desired plans; inks in lines and letters on pencil drawings as required; and provides feedback regarding project estimated costs. The Drafting Technician Works under the direction of Directors, Project Managers, Construction Managers, Space Managers, Space Planners, Architects, or Interior Designers, as assigned. The Drafting Technician will accompany the Interior Designer, Project Manager, or Construction Manager to meetings with contractors to review plans; prepare project cost estimates, budgets, and scope statements, and purchase requisitions; inspect assigned projects to verify conformance to contract documents and code; coordinates all aspects of assigned projects with the staff; develop and maintain records database. He or she is responsible for complying with all policies, mandates, and instructions given to him by the Assistant Director and or by the Director for Planning and Construction.

Essential Functions

Provides complex level work in the preparation of clear, complete, and accurate working plans and detailed architectural and engineering drawings from rough or detailed sketches or notes and prepares related project specifications as required.

Uses computer-assisted design and drafting (CADD) equipment and software to prepare architectural, space planning, and engineering documents.

Develops final plans of proposed design, checking dimensions of parts, materials to be used, the relation of one part to another, and relation of various parts to whole structure or project.

Utilizes knowledge of architectural and engineering systems, mathematics, building materials, and other physical sciences to complete drawings.

Makes any adjustments or changes necessary in desired plans as required.

Provides customers with accurate record information.

Develops and maintains records database.

Assists with the development, implementation, and maintenance of a CADD library of standard construction details.

Must have a basic knowledge of accessibility codes and general knowledge of building and life safety codes.

Must possess a thorough understanding of building systems and how they interface together.

Must have a good working knowledge of accessibility codes and general knowledge of building and life safety codes.

Must have the ability to interpret construction documents.

Must be available on an "On Call" basis.

Overtime may be required.

Designs remodeling activities within federal, state, and local rules and regulations.

Knowledge of all required electronic software packages required to discharge his or her duties including but not limited to, current versions of Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, and AutoCAD software and ability to learn and use any additional institutional software systems.

Sketchup and Revit software knowledge is a plus.

Complies with all State and University policies.

Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Required Qualifications:

Education: Associate degree in Architectural Technology and Construction Drafting.

and

Experience: Three (3) years of technical/professional experience or experience related to the statement of duties and responsibilities listed.

Additional Information

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must frequently stand and walk. The employee must regularly sit; use hands to feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee must lift and move up to 25 pounds.

The noise level for this work environment is usually moderate.

In keeping with its access, excellence and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.

The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or sexual orientation and gender in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee's or prospective employee's right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972.

For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at eoaa@utep.edu.

To apply, visit https://zahr-prd-candidate-ada.utshare.utsystem.edu/psp/ZAHRPRDADA/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=2&JobOpeningId=11649&PostingSeq=1