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Information and Technology Services (ITS) supports U-M faculty, researchers, staff, and students in their use of technology to teach, learn, research, and work, and be leaders in their fields. We are dedicated to creating cohesive digital experiences and promoting university wide innovations. ITS's mission is to be trusted enablers of technology for the U-M community. ITS works together to provide cohesive digital experiences and seamless support to the U-M community. For more information about ITS, visit: https://its.umich.edu/about
Information and Technology Services (ITS) is looking for a Drafter to join the Infrastructure Drafting team within ITS.
You will prepare new and revise existing telecommunication drawings using CAD technology per request and specification of engineers to detail their design for installation by field technicians. Collaborate with engineers, maintain drawing record files, databases and reports. Support maintenance and performance evaluation of CAD equipment and assist engineering staff with field verification. Provide technical support to engineering staff on graphic standards, cross referencing content and equipment use. You will report to the Records and OSP Project Manager.
- Prepare new and revise existing telecommunication drawings using CAD technology per request and specification of engineers to detail their design for installation by field technicians.
- Collaborate with engineers and other teams to maintain accuracy and minimize duplication or rework. Maintain drawing record files, databases and reports.
- Support maintenance and performance evaluation of CAD equipment. Assist engineering staff with field verification to document existing facilities. Provide technical support to engineering staff on graphic standards, cross referencing content and equipment use.
- Contribute to the development of new and modification of existing standards, processes and CAD customizations. Collaborate with team members and departmental teams to understand service improvement requests and opportunities. Support service enhancement projects that involve resolution and quality improvements by identifying and quantifying CAD requirements, delineating the gaps between these requirements and the capabilities of existing technology and resources, and recommending improvements.
- Develop and edit technical support documentation ensuring accuracy and comprehensiveness
- High School degree/GED, or equivalent combination of education, certification, and experience
- Minimum of two years' experience in a drafting role requiring timeliness, service, organization, prioritization, and working independently to successfully prepare drawings using computer aided design technology
- Demonstrated experience in interpreting blueprints and understanding changes, edits and additions to the prints.
- Demonstrated knowledge of basic Architecture, Engineering and Civil drafting
- Demonstrated ability to leverage appropriate resources and technical tools to perform day-to-day support tasks.
- Demonstrated proficiency with current computer technology and applications (e.g. word processing, spreadsheet, and collaboration applications).
- Ability to meet the requirements of driving a U-M vehicle.
- Proficiency in the use of AutoCAD software package
- Demonstrated understanding of AutoCAD customizations
- Proficiency in the application of Telecommunications drafting standards
- Basic Knowledge of Geographic Information Systems
In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:
- Generous time off
- A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
- Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability coverage
- Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- Parental and Maternity Leave
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
May require some work during non-business hours and on weekends.
The physical requirements of this position will include the ability to move plotter supplies weighing up to 30 lbs. safely from storage and install into various plotters within the building.
Job openings are posted for at least seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
