Civil CAD Technician

Independence Excavating is seeking a Civil CAD Technician to join our expanding team. In this role, you will be responsible for creating detailed drawings and coordinating the development of roadway base map surveys. You'll also gain exposure to a variety of site civil projects, assisting with preliminary designs, construction documents, and other related tasks.

What do we believe in?

PEOPLE:

Provide a safe, family-oriented environment. Commitment to integrity. Protect our most valuable assets.

PERFORMANCE:

Always deliver the highest quality. Find solutions. Provide value to our partners.

COMMUNITY:

Positively impact the communities we serve. Give back. Leave the world a better place than we found it.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Prepare technical drawings and coordinate the development of roadway base map surveys, with exposure to various site civil projects including preliminary plans and construction documents
• Interpret construction drawings and specifications for commercial projects to calculate quantities for bid proposals
• Use digitizing software to create 3D models for accurate earthwork quantity estimations
• Analyze soil boring reports to assess potential impacts on production
• Identify utility materials required based on project drawings and specifications
• Communicate any discrepancies or issues encountered during bid preparation to the Estimator
• Assist Surveyors in generating GPS data for automated field equipment
• Perform additional tasks and responsibilities as assigned

Do you have what it takes?

• Proficient in AutoCAD and Earthwork 3D software
• Experience in civil site development, including volume land calculations, 2D and 3D area computations, isopachs, tick maps, grading plans, and roadway design is a strong plus
• Basic ability to interpret record utility drawings, generate site contours, and utilize field survey points when available
• Familiarity with Trimble Business Center is a plus
• Highly task-oriented with strong energy and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities, especially under tight deadlines
• Demonstrates a strong willingness to learn, with a high level of trainability
• Willingness to travel occasionally as needed

Why IX?

• Weekly Competitive Pay!
• Excellent Benefits:
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• FSA & HSA
• Life Insurance + Optional Family Life Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Wellness Incentive Program
• Paid Holidays and PTO
• 401(k) + Company match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Family-owned and operated since 1956

Who is IX?

From breaking ground to the finished project, our team has been laying the groundwork for excellence on heavy civil construction and demolition projects for over 65 years. We combine innovations of industry with decades of successfully completed projects, proving we are a value-added partner from the ground up! Over six decades, Independence Excavating has established a team of construction professionals that sets us apart from other contractors. To learn more, visit our website: https://www.indexc.com/

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Independence Excavating, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we value workplace diversity and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.