Openings – Two (2)

Title- Computer Aided Design (CAD) Drafters

Classification- Engineering Aide 3

Job Status- Full-Time/Permanent  

WDFW Program- Capital & Asset Management Program (CAMP) - Engineering Section  

Duty Station- Olympia, Washington – Thurston County

Learn more about being a member of Team WDFW!

Utilize your general knowledge of construction standards and techniques to help the CAMP sustain facilities, infrastructures, and ecosystems under WDFW’s care. Provide journey-level skilled computer-aided design (CAD) drafting and design of preliminary functional to basic final contract drawings!

With your experience, you will prepare drawings generated from topographical maps developed from survey information and prepare detailed construction plans developed from rough sketches or verbal instructions supplied by engineers. These are opportunities to calculate and plot graphs, profiles, and other statistical, mathematical or engineering-type graphic illustrations.

What to Expect-

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Engineering Aide 3 will,

Conduct Drafting:

• Prepares original drawings utilizing CAD programs.
• Prepares architectural, civil, electrical, mechanical, and structural drawings.
• Details and plans from old drawings, and mostly complete sketches, as assigned. 
• Computes yardages and other quantities subject to check.
• Drafts finished maps.
• Revises construction plans with “as built” corrections.

Architectural, Civil, Mechanical, Structural, and Hydraulic Design under the direct supervision of an engineer:

• Computes quantities of areas and volumes in complex shapes.
• Computes yardages and other earth moving quantities.

Working Conditions:  

Work Setting, including hazards: Duties are performed in an office setting, and on construction sites (Hatcheries, Offices, Accesses, and Wildlife areas). Field work will include walking on uneven terrain and steep slopes for extended periods of time, tolerating inclement/adverse weather conditions, climbing ladders, working from boats and elevated locations.

Schedule: This position normally works Monday-Friday but may be required to work more than 40 hours per week or on weekends.

Travel Requirements: As required.

Tools and Equipment: Hand tools and survey equipment.

Customer Interactions: Will be working primarily with Project Managers, Lead Engineers, Engineering Tech Supervisor, Engineering Aides, Permitters and Inspectors.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications: 

• High school diploma or GED equivalency.
• Four (4) years of experience or college level coursework with a major emphasis in Computer Aided Drafting.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft computer software (e.g., Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.).

Important: You must attach two (2) examples of your best drafting work (PDF or DWG or both).

Knowledge of:

• Drafting software and methods.
• Drafting techniques.
• Arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.
• Principles of surveying.
• Basics of engineering.
• Microsoft computer software (e.g., Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.).

Licenses: Valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications:

In addition to the required qualifications, our ideal applicant will possess some or all the following:

• Two (2) years’ experience using AutoCAD Civil 3D.

Your application should include the following:

• Two (2) Examples of your best drafting work (PDF or DWG or both)
• A completed online application.
• An up-to-date resume (chronological preferred) showcasing how your qualifications align with the job requirements.
• A cover letter detailing your interest in the position, your relevant skills and experience, and why you are the ideal candidate.
• At least three professional references with current contact information.

Supplemental Information

In addition to pay and other special employee programs, there are other benefits that WDFW employees may be eligible for. Click the “Benefits” tab at the top of this announcement to learn more.

Important Note: 

All new employees must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9 Form) on their first day of work. If hired for this or any position at WDFW, you will be required to provide documentation proving you are eligible to work in the United States. For a list of acceptable documents, please use the following link:  https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents

Union - WFSE: 

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between the State of Washington, Department of Fish and Wildlife and the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).  This recruitment may be used to fill positions in addition to those listed.

Veteran and Military Spouse Preference Notice: 

Per RCW 73.16.010 Veterans and spouses of active-duty military personnel who meet the minimum qualifications of a position are eligible for preference during the initial application review stage. To receive this benefit, please do the following: 

• Notify us of your veteran or military spouse status by email at RecruitmentTeam@dfw.wa.gov. 
• Veterans only – Attach a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22 or USDVA signed verification of service letter.
  • Please redact any PII (personally identifiable information) data such as social security numbers.
• Subject line must include recruitment number, position, and spouse/veteran (example: 2024-1234 – Biologist 1 – Veteran)
• Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Employer

As part of WDFW’s efforts to advance respectful and inclusive work environments, the Agency expects inclusivity as part of our professional interactions and communications.  Therefore, we want to ensure that all individuals feel welcome, are treated fairly and respectfully.  All staff are empowered to fully contribute to serving their work unit, Agency, and the citizens of Washington.

The Department of Fish and Wildlife is an equal opportunity employer.  We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity.  Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam era veterans and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.

Request an accommodation: Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format please contact Jayme Chase by phone 360-902-2278 or email Jayme.Chase@dfw.wa.gov, or the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) at 800-833-6388.

Technical Difficulties: If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing, or completing your application, please call NEOGOV toll-free at (855) 524-5627 or support@neogov.com. 

Other questions: If you have other questions regarding this position, please reach out to  diana.humes@dfw.wa.gov and reference the job number in the subject line:

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