Planning Designer 1

Job Description

Job Description

Asplundh Engineering Services

Corona, CA

Job Description

The Planning Designer 1 works with Planners throughout the work order process to provide quality maps, forms, and completed work order packages for clients. The Designer gathers preliminary documentation (structure information, inventory maps, circuit maps, look-ups, load data, etc.), utilizes AutoCAD & Automated Utility Design to prepare construction drawings per clients' standards, adds material information, completes various forms, calculates pricing, and organizes files for final packaging. A basic understanding of overhead & underground construction standards as well as reading and interpreting civil drawings, survey drawings, land descriptions, field notes, work order sketches and / or other mapping reference materials is beneficial. The Designer typically possesses a combination of 1-5 years of experience in administrative support and / or drafting experience using one or more versions of AutoCAD 2014 software or equivalent underground electrical systems. The position will have some supervision and guidance but will require a self-driven individual who can manage the workload independently after training.

The Essentials

• Proficient in Outlook, Excel, and various Microsoft-based programs.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Initiative-taking and possesses a strong attention to detail.
• Possesses strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment with quick turnaround times.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects with clear expectations and timelines and to prioritize work.
• Ability to take direction from and work collaboratively with individuals at all levels in the organization in a team environment.
• SAFETY, SAFTEY, SAFTEY! Always maintains a safe working environment including onsite in office and out in the field via an ever-changing environment.
• Maintain effective communication with peers to help facilitate larger customer-driven jobs.
• Work in a time-efficient manner to adhere to company-driven benchmarks to avoid construction delays.
• Utilize customer standards to deliver, develop, and implement cost-effective designs.
• Coursework in drafting technology or specialized CAD certification.
• Entry-level position (minimum of one year of professional administrative and / or drafting experience).

An applicant can assume that this position will grow with time and experience, and future opportunities stem from increased autonomy and experience applying the tasks above.

Required Specifications

Candidate must pass drug test and background check.