Drafter I

Join our Growing Team and see why Summit Utilities, Inc was named as one of the Fastest Growing Denver Area Private Companies 2019 and 2020; Best Places to Work in Maine 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023; and Best Places to Work in Arkansas 2020 and 2023, Oklahoma 2022 and 2023 and Missouri 2023. Summit was also recently named one of Forbes 2023 America’s Best Small Employers.

Summit is a growing natural gas utility company providing safe, reliable and clean burning natural gas service to homes and businesses in Arkansas, Colorado, Maine, Missouri and Oklahoma. Being part of the Summit team means embracing excellence, diversity and innovation, committing to safety each and every day, and doing all that we can to serve each other, our customers and the communities where we live. We aim to bring warmth and energy to everything we do.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Drafter I in Fort Smith, AR.

POSITION SUMMARY

A Drafter is a valuable role who will be supporting the needs of our field employees and customers by performing drafting duties as assigned for gas pipeline projects.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

- Performs basic level assignments working with and supporting the Engineering, Operations, and Construction teams to completed construction projects

- Provides basic level support with process issues to optimize productivity and mapping accuracy

- Assists with QA/QC process to ensure CAD and/or GIS production standards are maintained in the drafting and posting of construction plans and specifications

- Organizes and maintains as-built records for field installations

- Collaborate closely with multiple company departments (GIS, Pipeline Safety, Operations, Construction, Business Development, Legal, Plant Accounting)

- Assist in carrying out a multi-year programs in collaboration with the Pipeline Integrity and GIS departments to populate missing data and correct inaccurate data to support the implementation of company risk models

- Assist in the preparation of company technical specifications

- Recommend solutions to data management issues to improve the efficiency of existing processes

- Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

Requires a Vo-Tech/CAD/GIS/Drafting certificate or 60 credit hours in a related field from an accredited college or university.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

- Experience in the use and function of drafting tools and office equipment applicable for position

- Experience related to pipe, mechanical or architectural drawings, Drawing on job orders, completion reports, and related information

- Experience and knowledge of drawing, posting, and/or plotting maps, atlas pages, plats, legal descriptions, and diagrams

- Experience reading, interpreting, and/or preparing written information, including but not limited to: Material lists, ROW information, Maps, and blueprints

- Demonstrates success in partnering effectively with other departments and all levels of management including executives

- Proficient in ArcGIS, AutoCAD, Word Processing, and Spreadsheet programs

- Exhibits high level of attention to detail in all facets of the work.

- Interpersonal/communication skills including good verbal skills exhibited in meetings, one-on-one exchanges, and presentations. Appropriate written communication skills required for everyday correspondence and reviewing writing in a technical format.

- Known for ability to work well with others as the position requires a great deal of collaboration across departments.

- Ability to provide feedback in a positive and constructive manner.

- Exhibits a high-level of personal initiative and motivation to multi-task several projects simultaneously

- Will be expected to learn all skills for any machine and/or software necessary to accomplish tasks and all other duties as assigned

- Has knowledge of PHMSA DOT part 192 and specific state regulations

Summit offers competitive pay and medical/dental/vision and other benefits that provide flexibility, choice, and support to our employees when they need it most. We understand that home and family are essential pieces of your life, and our benefits are designed to support you both at work and at home.

Summit Utilities, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.