Drafting Technician II

Department: Substation Engineering

Location:

Sacramento, CA, US, 95827-3824

Category:

Minimum Pay Rate: $38.46 per hour

Maximum Pay Rate: $46.89 per hour

Apply by Date: 01/07/2026

Posting Type: Open

The intent of this posting is to fill one regular full-time position and create an eligibility list that may be used to fill permanent and limited-term vacancies for the next 24 months.

SMUD's Substation Engineering group is posting this opportunity for a Drafting Technician II along with a Senior Designer Drafter position. The department will be filling only one position at either level. If you are interested in also being considered for a Senior Designer Drafter, you will need to apply to that requisition separately.

Purpose

To perform a wide range of drafting, design and graphic assignments to render detailed drawings in support of the engineering team. This role may also provide department/team general support including but not limited to administrative and document control duties.

Nature and Scope

This series is comprised of three levels: Level I is the entry level where incumbents acquire the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the tasks associated within the series. The incumbent is progressed/promoted to level II upon demonstrating the required skills and knowledge to independently perform the full scope of the job. The Senior level is comprised of a Subject Matter Expert who is responsible for the most complex assignments. Promotion to the senior level is not through a progression and will happen through SMUD standard civil service hiring process. This is a progressive series and incumbents hired at the entry I level are required to successfully progress to the II level within 60 months of appointment to remain within the job series.

Duties and Responsibilities

- Research items as directed, create and modify technical drawings and specifications as related to project needs.

- Prepare and maintain drawings of SMUD electric system and related electric facilities and maintain associated database; produce plotted drawings/maps, specifications, and materials for presentations.

- Research existing facilities, and future developments; determine and document site elevations; make site plans and profiles for intended construction sites; perform skilled drafting work in preparing original construction drawings involving plans, profiles, cross-sections, elevations, schematics and construction details.

- Perform field verifications and inspections; prepare reports documenting operating conditions and make recommendations as appropriate.

- Supports and assists in developing, writing and implementing programs, procedures and standards.

- Assures that all necessary records and reporting for assigned tasks are maintained.

- Performs a variety of general clerical support functions.

- Performs computer operating system and file management duties.

- Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.

Required Education

- High School diploma or equivalent

Required Experience Qualifications

- One (1+) or more years of previous experience in Computer Aided Drafting (CAD).

Required Licenses/Certificates

- Must possess and maintain a valid California Drivers License CDL and a satisfactory driving record not more than two (2) moving violations in the last two (2) years

Knowledge Of

Computer aided drafting CAD systems; indexing and tracking system/revision control for drawings, equipment manuals and documents; basic mathematics; layouts and positional relationships for representing electrical, mechanical, civil, structural and architectural drawings for presentation as contract or working drawings; terminology and expressions used in drafting and engineering for generation, transmission, and distribution facilities; standardized drafting/engineering drawing techniques, principles, symbols and abbreviations.

Skills To

Organize, prioritize, and coordinate multiple work activities and meet critical deadlines; learn the activities and operations of the assigned office area; perform a wide range of technical and complex clerical/administrative office support work; conduct detailed and thorough research; operate personal computers and use specified computer applications; accurate record keeping and filing systems; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; and, safely use a variety of business office equipment.

Desirable Qualifications

- Knowledge of Drafting techniques and basic terminology

- 2-3 years’ experience using Microsoft Office products

- Proficient in Excel including pivot table analyses, graphics and related software and databases

- AutoCAD Certified User

Physical Requirements

Applicants must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) - Who We Are

As the nation's sixth-largest community-owned electric service provider, we're proud of our reputation as one of the best places to work in Sacramento. Our employees tell us in our engagement surveys they're "Happy, satisfied and engaged" which helps create a workplace that best serves our customers. Sacramento was named as the 2nd happiest place to work in America by Forbes Magazine. Lake Tahoe, San Francisco and the world-renowned Napa Valley are within easy driving distance of our locations.

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SMUD celebrates diversity, and inspires an inclusive culture based on trust and respect to create belonging and connection among our employees, customers, and communities. By working together, we are powering positive, equitable opportunities for all. We aspire to be a workplace where you can be yourself, achieve your best, and thrive together.

An example of our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging is when SMUD signed the California Equal Pay Pledge in 2020. This requires equal pay for employees who perform “substantially similar work,” when viewed as a composite of skill, effort, and responsibility at the time those employees started within that classification. As such, initial hiring salary range is not subject to negotiation and salaries will vary over time based on performance.

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Why Sacramento, California?

The capitol of California, Sacramento is the state's sixth-largest city, and the 35th largest in the U.S. Local universities include California State University, University of the Pacific's McGeorge School of Law, and the University of California, Davis and several competitive community colleges. The UC Davis Medical Center, a world-renowned research hospital, is one of more than a dozen hospitals and shared services centers in the Sacramento region. Part of the agriculturally-rich Central Valley, Sacramento is at the forefront of the farm-to-fork food movement. Northern California is home to some of the country's top technology companies, including Google and LinkedIn, and a multitude of startups in many industries. Sacramento is home to the NBA Kings, the River Cats (AAA baseball), the Republic FC (soccer) and the San Francisco Giants, NBA Warriors and NFL 49er's aren't far away. Sacramento offers an affluent liberal arts community with Broadway, Mondavi Center, Crocker Museum and summer musical theater to name a few.

Hybrid Work

This position may be eligible for SMUD's hybrid (office/home) work employee benefit, the schedule of which will be determined by the successful candidate and the Hiring Manager. SMUD takes pride in powering the Sacramento region community where we live and work. We value the strong working relationships we develop with our colleagues. Our approach to hybrid work will continue to evolve. Please be aware that should SMUD’s business needs change, emergencies occur, or various other reasons arise, you may be required to report onsite on a part-time or full-time basis.

CalPERS

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Req ID: 2613