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AutoCAD Technician – Occupational Safety and Health Department
Tobago House of Assembly | Office of the Chief Secretary
CONTRACTUAL POSITION
JOB SUMMARY
The AutoCAD Technician is responsible for performing a wide variety of technical drafting duties utilizing Computer-Aided Design/Drafting (CAD) software to develop engineering, graphical, architectural, and other technical designs and plans. This role involves preparing preliminary drafts, generating accurate and detailed records of technical data, and ensuring the proper indexing and filing of drawings. The technician is expected to exercise initiative in executing their responsibilities and may be involved in fieldwork and data collection.
REPORTS TO: Director, Occupational Safety and Health or Designated Officer
SUPERVISION GIVEN TO: N/A
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Performs drafting operations to contribute to project planning and collects necessary data for project designs.
• Prepares working drawings of structures, including plans, cross sections, elevations and details to scale.
• Develops and drafts a range of engineering drawings and plans, including working drawings of structures, plans, cross-sections, elevations, and details to scale.
• Prepares architectural drawings, including plans and details for development projects, as well as renovations and/or additions to existing structures.
• Interprets and plots field survey notes, including traverses, contours, and profiles, to prepare working drawings related to road works and other projects.
• Assists in conducting site surveys in connection with the preparation of site plans and the setting out of new works.
• Performs fieldwork, documentation, research, and drafting tasks of engineering and other technical data as requested by the Supervisor or Senior Officer.
• Maintains proper indexing and filing systems for all drawings and technical documents.
• Performs a varied range of special projects related to design and drafting as required by the Department.
• Performs other duties related to the core functions of the position.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
• Proficiency on Microsoft Office Suite.
• Some knowledge of construction methods and practices.
• Proficiency in operating Computer-Aided Design/Drafting (CAD) software, specifically AutoCAD.
• Knowledge of drawing office practice and methods and of standard drawing room instruments and materials.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees and members of the public.
• Skills to operate basic office equipment such as printers, computer terminals, facsimile machines, copy machines, and telephone systems.
• Skill in the use of standard drawing office and field instruments and materials.
• Skill in the preparation of working drawings, including cross-sections, elevations, and site plans.
• Ability to take precise measurements and to plot existing buildings, structures, and surrounding areas in connection with renovations or additions.
• Ability to fully understand and follow highly complex oral and written instructions.
• Ability to operate and access diverse software applications, including Microsoft Access, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and contractors.
• Ability to exercise initiative in the execution of duties and responsibilities.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to operate and access diverse software applications.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
• Minimum of three (3) years working experience in the use of AutoCAD.
• Training as evidenced by AutoCAD Certification – Level II.
• Certification in graphic design would be an asset.
• Proof of previous work as evidenced by submission of architectural structure examples and a Revit Statement.
• Or any equivalent combination of training and experience.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Please email your application letter, a detailed Curriculum Vitae with the names and contacts of two (2) references and copies of all certificates to:
Manager, Human Resource
Human Resource Contract Administration Unit
Office of the Chief Secretary, Tobago House of Assembly
Closing date for the receipt of all applications – 30th October, 2026
ALL UNSUITABLE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACKNOWLEDGED
