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CAD Technician I

Salary

$28.92 - $36.93 Hourly

Location

1120 SW 5th Ave, OR

Job Type

Regular

Job Number

2025-00431

Bureau

Portland Bureau of Transportation

Opening Date

04/14/2025

Closing Date

5/5/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

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The Position

Job Appointment: Full-Time

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8 am-5 pm. An alternate schedule may be available.

Work Location: 1120 SW 5TH AVE, PORTLAND OR 97204

Benefits: Please check our benefits tab for an overview of the benefits for this position.

Union Representation: PTE - 17

To view current labor agreements, please visit https://www.portland.gov/bhr/employee-relations/labor-relations/labor-agreements.

Application Material: Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland’s online portal. You will need to respond to the supplemental questions and attach a resume.

The CAD Technician I classification is utilized within the Bureau of Transportation in the City of Portland. These positions perform routine to moderately difficult computer-aided drafting (CAD) assignments to create and modify facilities maps and drawings, including facility adjustments of street improvement projects; gather and integrate data from various sources including GIS, survey, and civil, traffic, structural, and environmental engineers to produce contract plans; produce civil detail, section, and profile drawings; reproduces and distributes maps and drawings; researches, interprets and verifies data; reconciles conflicting and/or missing data by reviewing records, maps and plans and making field site visits; Use DocuSign to acquire signatures for engineering plans and documents; and performs related duties as assigned.

About the bureau:

The Portland Bureau of Transportation is a community partner in shaping a livable city. We plan, build, manage, and maintain an effective and safe transportation system that provides people and businesses access and mobility. We keep Portland moving. For more information about the Portland Bureau of Transportation, please visit Transportation | Portland.gov (https://www.portland.gov/transportation) . The Portland Bureau of Transportation embraces diversity, models inclusivity, and promotes equity through its service delivery, internal operations, organizational culture, and in its work with partners and the community.

What you’ll get to do:

+ Perform advanced specialized computer-aided drafting (CAD) assignments to create drawings of construction plans using base maps and other data.

+ Work closely with your CAD team and engineers to resolve design problems and provide solutions to get projects constructed. There is a basic level of understanding of engineering practices that is required for this job, and an ongoing system of terms and processes to learn.

+ Update plans with addendum and change order revisions.

+ Perform a variety of engineering technical duties to support engineering staff, including assisting engineers with research, field inspections, analysis and verification of legal descriptions and other engineering support duties or calculations as assigned.

An Ideal Candidate will have Formal training in Computer Aided Drafting and Design or 12 months of applying the principles of CAD software in developing professional quality plans and have experience with the concepts, methods and techniques using CAD software.

Who you are:

+ Willing to learn: You have an openness, eagerness, and proactive attitude toward acquiring new knowledge, skills, experiences, and insights.

+ Communicator: You are able to communicate to both technical and non-technical individuals, and are proficient verbally and in writing.

+ Problem Solver: You can identify problems early and value collaboration. You utilize active listening and effective communication and facilitation skills in working with others to find resolutions.

+ Relationship Builder: A professional who values building trust, partnerships, and relationships to support an inclusive culture and accomplish objectives more effectively.

+ Detail-oriented: An organizer and planner who thrives on details and is uncompromising in consistency and accuracy in performing a multitude of tasks.

+ Dedicated: Personally, you have a passion for transportation and improving transportation through public service and are proud of the work delivered to the public.

Although Not Required, you may:

+ Possess Experience using Bentley Software such as MicroStation and OpenRoads.

+ Possess experience working on Capital Improvement Projects.

+ Possess experience reading and interpreting GIS maps, engineering drawings, and other utility locates research in preparing plans?

Questions?:

Terrol Johnson

Senior Recruiter

[email protected]

To Qualify

Applicants must specifically address and demonstrate in their supplemental question responses and resume how their education, training and/or experience, meets each of the following minimum qualifications:

+ Experience applying the principles of CAD software in developing professional quality plans.

+ Experience with the concepts, methods, and techniques using CAD software.

+ Experience with project coordination, including planning, organizing, and carrying out your assigned duties efficiently and effectively.

Applicant must also possess:

+ A valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record

The Recruitment Process

STEP 1: Apply online between April 14 2025 and May 5 , 2025

Required Application Materials:

+ Resume

+ Answer to the Supplemental Questions (click on the Questions tab to preview the questions)

Optional Application Materials:

+ If you would like to request Veteran's Preference, please submit your Veteran documents (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc) by the closing date of the recruitment.

Application Tips:

+ Your responses to the supplemental questions should include details describing your education, training, and/or experience, and where obtained, which clearly reflects your qualifications for each of the numbered items in the "To Qualify" section of this announcement.

+ Your résumé should support the details described in your responses to the supplemental questions.

+ Salary Range/Equity Pay Analysis: Please note per the Oregon State Pay Equity Law (https://www.oregon.gov/boli/workers/pages/equal-pay.aspx) your salary is determined based on the experience and education listed in your resume/application. It is strongly encouraged to include any transferable experience (paid or unpaid regardless of how recent) to ensure your offer is reflective of all directly related and equivalent experience.

+ Do not attach any additional documents.

+ Please note, all completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment.

Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation: Week of May 5, 2025

+ An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their resume and supplemental questions, weighted 100%.

+ Your résumé and responses to the supplemental questions will be the basis for our evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in disqualification.

+ You have 14 days from the notice of the minimum qualification evaluation results to let us know if you would like to review and discuss your evaluation result. Please read the City of Portland Administrative Rule 3 (https://www.portland.gov/policies/human-resources-administrative-rules/employment/hrar-301-recruitment-processes#toc-examination-review) .01 for complete information.

+ Additional evaluation may be required prior to the establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection.

Step 3: Establishment of Eligible List: Week of May 12, 2025

+ Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list.

+ Please note, the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list.

Step 4: Selection (Interview): TBD

+ Hiring bureau will review and select candidates for an interview.

+ Please note, the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list.

Step 5: Offer of Employment: TBD

Step 6: Start Date:

+ A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met.

*Timeline is approximate and subject to change.

Additional Information

Click here (https://www.portland.gov/bhr/career-center/recruitment-policy) for additional information regarding the following:

+ City of Portland Core Values

+ Recruitment Process - Work Status

+ Equal Employment Opportunity

+ Veteran Preference

+ ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations

Did you know? The City of Portland has How to Apply Videos (https://tinyurl.com/pdxh2a) and offers How to Apply Classes (https://www.portland.gov/bhr/events) once per month. If you have questions after watching the videos you are invited to contact the recruiter listed on the announcement.

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

A Career with the City of Portland offers many Employee Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to

+ Health Care (Medical, Vision and Dental)

+ Carrot Fertility

+ Wellness Benefits

+ Life Insurance

+ Long-term disability coverage to eligible employees and their families.

+ Employee Assistance Plan

+ Flexible Spending Accounts

+ Retirement

+ Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), including contributions to the PERS IAP plan paid by employer

+ Family Medical Leave

+ City Paid Parental Leave

AND SO MANY MORE!

Benefits may vary depending on bargaining unit and employment status. Click here to review the many different benefits the City of Portland offers (https://www.portland.gov/bhr/benefit-offerings/benefits-quickstart-guide/benefit-plan-summaries-highlight-guides) .

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Thank you for your interest in joining the team at the City of Portland. We sincerely value your time and hope to make your application experience as positive as possible.

The following supplemental questions are an important step to assist us in determining if you have the minimum qualifications to succeed in the posted vacancy.

Write specific and unique responses to each question. Answering "No", to any of the Yes/No questions or answering an essay question with the following "See resume", or entering "N/A" for any of the minimum qualifications listed in the "To Qualify" section may eliminate you from further consideration.

Note: If you are requesting veterans' preference, please be sure to upload a copy of your DD214 and/or Veteran's administration letter stating your disability. Veteran's preference documentation must be submitted by the closing time of this announcement.

Have you read and understood all the information listed above?

+ Yes

+ No - If you have any questions, please contact the recruiter on the announcement.

02

Where did you first learn about this job opportunity? (If on a website or job board, please specify which one)

03

The City of Portland receives public records requests at times. Please indicate which response you find appropriate: (Answer will not disqualify you from the process)

+ My application was submitted with the understanding that the City of Portland would keep the information confidential and would only disclose the information if ordered to do so. I would not have submitted this application without the promise of confidentiality.

+ You may release my application; I am waiving confidentiality.

04

Do you have experience applying the principles of CAD software in developing professional quality plans?

+ Yes

+ No

05

Provide a detailed example(s) of your experience applying the principles of CAD software in developing professional quality plans.

In your response, include details that clearly reflect how you meet this minimum qualification. Such as:

+ Examples of when you used the knowledge skill or ability.

+ Role you served in (professional, internship, volunteer).

+ The impact and/or results of your of experience.

+ Skills, training, transferable skills or lived experience you have that will help you in this area.

+ Total years of experience applying the knowledge, skill, or ability.

06

Do you have experience with the concepts, methods, and techniques using CAD software?

+ Yes

+ No

07

Provide a detailed example(s) of your experience with the concepts, methods, and techniques using CAD software.

In your response, include details that clearly reflect how you meet this minimum qualification. Such as:

+ Examples of when you used the knowledge skill or ability.

+ Role you served in (professional, internship, volunteer).

+ The impact and/or results of your of experience.

+ Skills, training, transferable skills or lived experience you have that will help you in this area.

+ Total years of experience applying the knowledge, skill, or ability.

08

Do you have experience with project coordination including planning, organizing, and carrying out your assigned duties efficiently and effectively?

+ Yes

+ No

09

Provide a detailed example(s) of your experience with project coordination including planning, organizing, and carrying out your assigned duties efficiently and effectively.

In your response, include details that clearly reflect how you meet this minimum qualification. Such as:

+ Examples of when you used the knowledge skill or ability.

+ Role you served in (professional, internship, volunteer).

+ The impact and/or results of your of experience.

+ Skills, training, transferable skills or lived experience you have that will help you in this area.

+ Total years of experience applying the knowledge, skill, or ability.

10

Do you have a valid state driver's license and acceptable driving record? (30001709)

+ Yes

+ No

Required Question

Employer

City of Portland

Address

1120 SW 5th Ave, Room 987 Portland, Oregon, 97204

Website

http://www.portlandoregon.gov/jobs

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