CAD Technician - Metro Toronto Convention Centre - Full-time

Position Overview

Working in a variety of software platforms, in both 2D (primary) and 3D (secondary - solid and surface modelling), the CAD Technician prepares and updates floor plans, schematics & designs for live corporate events, conferences, symposiums and entertainment. In some cases, translating another designer’s sketches and markups into proper drawings. These designs will be used to help prepare estimates, representative renderings and plans for production as well as aid in the technical preparation of events. This role will report to a Production Services Director or Associate Director, Technical Production.

Key Job Responsibilities 

• Prepare preliminary and details drawing, designs, and plans for various projects.

• Liaise with internal and external technical and sales teams, as well as directly with clients.

• Specifying the dimensions, components and makeup of a floor plan.

• Check and verify that designs conform to industry standards, building codes and requirements.

• File & archive management.

• Off-site inspections may be required.

• Other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications

• Degree or diploma achieved in Architecture or Drafting Technology, or Technical Theatre preferred.

• Minimum 2 years of experience required; 5 desired.

• Excellent internal/external customer service skills.

• Strong communication skills.

• Knowledge of building & fire codes an asset.

• Ability to work on several projects at a time in a fast paced environment.

• Demonstrated ability to work in a team and independently with minimal oversight; take full responsibility for quality and efficiency or work.

• Pre-existing basic understanding of engineering drawing and principles,  weight loads and rigging is essential.

• Proficient in the use of the following software platforms:

o 2D AutoCAD (3D is a benefit)

o Vectorworks

o Sketchup

o Cinema 4D

Competency Group 

Deliver World Class Service

• Hospitality

• Ownership

Do The Right Thing

• Instills Trust

• Safety Conscious

Drive Results

• Action Oriented

See The Big Picture

• Tech Savvy

Value People

• Communicates Effectively

Hourly Pay Range: $24.24 - $31.51

The compensation offered for this role is determined based on the qualifications outlined in the job posting for the specified location. Final compensation is based on a number of factors including location, travel, relevant work experience, or particular skills and expertise. In addition, some positions may be eligible for other compensation such as potential overtime, bonuses or incentives.

We use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to help screen and/or assess applications for this role. These tools analyze information you provide (for example, your résumé or answers to questions using the chat to apply feature) to support our hiring team’s review. All hiring decisions include human judgment.

Work Environment

Office

Work is performed primarily in an office environment.  Working times may include irregular hours and on-call status including days, evenings, weekends and holidays.   Team members must adhere to appearance guidelines as defined by Encore based in an office environment and when traveling, on an individual venue or a representation of venues in that city or area.

The above information on this description is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job.  While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.