CAD Technician

This is a 100% On Site / In Person Position

Job Summary:
As a CAD Technician at Creative Environments, you will be responsible for creating detailed and accurate design plans. You will work closely with designers to develop and refine drawings, ensuring they meet our high standards of quality and precision. Your role involves interpreting design concepts, making necessary revisions, and effectively communicating with team members to achieve project goals. This position requires a blend of technical proficiency, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate within a dynamic team environment. Guidance and support from management will be available to help you succeed and grow in your role.

Duties/Responsibilities:
• Collaborate with landscape designers to convert sketches into precise CAD drawings
• Use CAD software to create visually engaging designs with efficient time usage
• Develop detailed, accurate legends identifying all design aspects
• Maintain communication with designers to verify information and provide updates
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Adobe PDF, email, word processing, and spreadsheets
• Apply mathematical skills to interpret design specifications accurately
• Demonstrate critical thinking to optimize outcomes for clients
• Revise plans as requested by CAD Manager, Designers, Executives
• Learn and implement standards set for all drawings in the CAD Department
• Implement proper calculations needed to produce accurate legends
• Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs

Required Skills/Abilities:
• Fundamental proficiency in CAD & Adobe
• Ability to create accurate and detailed design plans with precision.
• Working knowledge of pool & landscape design principles
• Clear and professional communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to manage tasks efficiently and meet deadlines
• Ability to identify and resolve design issues with guidance
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and take feedback

Education and Experience:
• 0-1 year experience as a CAD Drafter in an Landscape Architecture or Architecture firm
• Associate's degree or higher in CAD, Drafting, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, or a related field is preferred
• Relevant certifications in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp) are highly desirable

Physical Requirements:
• Ability to sit for extended periods while working on a computer
• Frequent use of hands for typing, mouse control, and operating office equipment
• Excellent eye-hand coordination and visual acuity to distinguish details in technical drawings and computer screens
• Ability to perform repetitive motions such as typing and mouse movements
• Ability to stand, walk, & use stairs occasionally for site visits or meetings
• Ability to lift and carry items up to 20 pounds, such as laptops, documents, and supplies
• Clear communication skills for discussing projects with team members and clients
• Comfortable working in a typical office environment with standard lighting and temperature controls

Creative Environments Pool, Spa, and Landscape Design, since 1950, offers all of Arizona the exterior services you expect. We are now expanding into Texas! Creative Environments is an industry leader in the design-build process of pool/spa and landscaping in the southwest. We design, construct, and maintain award winning projects in both commercial and residential applications throughout Arizona (Greater Phoenix area, Tucson, Sedona, Northern AZ). Our work has also extended into the East Bay of California (San Francisco/Oakland/Orinda), Southern California (Encinitas/Del Mar/Malibu), Hawaii (Kauai), Costa Rica, Cabo San Lucas, and elsewhere! Our environment is fast-paced, challenging, exciting, and full of learning opportunities as every project we touch is unique. From residential pool/spa landscape, to multi-million dollar custom landscapes, to resorts (The Phoenician, Ritz-Carlton, Four Seasons, Fairmont Princess) to commercial projects (The Biltmore Commerce Center), to community development, we work on everything outdoors: pool/spa, water feature, decking, masonry, utilities, shade structures, casitas/shade structures, custom metal and wood work, lighting, and landscape/irrigation.