D.A. Collins Companies
CAD Drafting Technician
269 Ballard Road
Wilton, New York
United States
The D.A. Collins Family of Companies has brought safety, quality and productivity to industrial, infrastructure, highway, and bridge construction for over 75 years. We are seeking a reliable individual for a position as a CAD Drafting Technician to join a dedicated and hard-working team in Wilton, New York. If you are serious about your next job, D.A. Collins Family of Companies is an ideal place to grow your career.
Great benefit package including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance and a company-funded retirement plan. Please include your résumé and cover letter with your application.
Upon acceptance of offer, we will coordinate new hire paperwork and pre-employment substance abuse screening (Drug Free Employer).
Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
- Prepare and revise 2D and 3D construction drawings using AutoCAD.
- Develop site plans, bridge layouts, utility details, erosion control plans, temporary works, and construction staging diagrams.
- Assist estimators and engineers in quantity takeoffs, plan interpretation, and means-and-methods drawings.
- Produce as-built drawings, logistics plans, and visual aids to support proposals and project execution.
- Maintain organized and up-to-date CAD files, templates, and drawing standards.
- Conduct occasional site visits to gather field data and verify dimensions.
- Coordinate with multiple departments to ensure drawing accuracy and real-world constructability.
Required Qualifications:
- Associate degree in Drafting, Engineering Technology, or related field, or equivalent hands-on experience.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD (Civil 3D and/or MicroStation experience is a plus).
- Strong understanding of civil and structural construction drawings.
- Ability to read and interpret DOT standards, plans, and specifications.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- 2+ years of experience in civil or heavy highway construction drafting.
- Experience with structural steel detailing is a strong plus.
- Familiarity with bridge construction, shoring, or temporary support designs.
- Experience with 3D modeling tools such as Revit or Navisworks.
Compensation:
Competitive wage commensurate with experience. Excellent benefit package including company paid health, dental and vision insurance with a company-funded retirement plan.
Salary Range $55,000 - $75,000
Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as related work experience, market conditions, education/training, certifications and other credentials, overtime when applicable, as well as applicable knowledge and skills.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, or genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
