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Drafting Technologists & Technicians

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NOC 2021: 22212 / NOC 2016: 2253

Job Description

Drafting technologists and technicians prepare engineering designs, drawings and related technical information.

Working as a Drafting technologist your duties may include:

  • Develop and prepare engineering designs and drawings
  • Operate computer-assisted design (CAD) and drafting workstations
  • Complete documentation packages and produce drawing sets
  • Check and verify design drawings to conform to specifications and design data
  • Write technical reports
  • Prepare contracts and tender documents
  • Prepare construction specifications, costs, and material estimates 

Working as a Drafting technician your duties may include:

  • Develop and prepare engineering drawings, plans, diagrams, or layouts
  • Operate computer-assisted drafting (CAD) or a conventional drafting station

Source: WorkBC Career Profile for Drafting Technologist / Technician