Closes: Open until filled
Starting Range: $26.60 to $34.19 per hour
Full Range: $26.60 to $37.98 per hour

Job Description
To prepare drawings of minimum to moderate complexity which require knowledge in drafting, math, company facilities, and engineering practices. Drawings include new or modified construction and record documents for property and miscellaneous permit applications. Utilize Computer Aided Drafting Techniques using AutoCAD and related or similar software. Works from sketches, marked up copies, survey field notes and calculations, and verbal instructions. The Drafters are expected to work within the following drafting disciplines: electrical, structural, civil, mechanical, and architectural. Must be able to communicate effectively.

Responsibilities Prepares detailed drawings of new or modified substation and generation plant construction in the following drafting disciplines: electrical, structural, civil, mechanical, and architectural. Using AutoCAD software and working from notes, sketches, and verbal instructions from the project Engineer. Prepares complex railroad, highway, and government agency permit application drawings for crossing or encroachments of electrical and gas facilities using field sketches, survey notes and calculations, and standards books for appropriate clearances. Prepares plan and profile maps for new or modified electric transmission facilities using field survey notes, Engineer's layout, and verbal instructions. Performs field checks to gather “As Built” information to be used for preparing up to date drawings of existing or recently constructed facilities. Prepares Underground Network Distribution drawings to include maps, duct face drawings, structural and electrical equipment wiring and schematics. Updates Substation, Generation, Transmission, and Natural Gas facilities drawings from Relay & Test prints, C&M Maintenance reports, and "As Built" prints. Prepare Records of Survey and Certificates of Survey from survey filed notes and sketches provided by licensed Surveyor. Peer checks others' drawings, coordinates and works on projects with external engineers. Requirements Drafter: AAS or equivalent in Drafting. 2 years related experience. Basic knowledge of standard drafting concepts and a proficient level of Computer Aided Drafting knowledge, AutoCAD preferred. Ability to communicate using technical terminology and the ability to comprehend and retain knowledge of the work performed. Drafter II: AAS or equivalent in Drafting. 4 years related experience. Advanced knowledge of standard drafting concepts and a highly proficient level of Computer Aided Drafting knowledge, AutoCAD preferred Ability to communicate using technical terminology and the ability to comprehend and retain knowledge of the work performed.

Other combinations of education and experience may be considered. 

To Apply
We encourage you to apply as many of our positions have step progressions to account for an incoming employee’s various levels of knowledge, skills, and experience.

Complete an online application and attach your resume and cover letter to your profile. All documents must be attached to your application at the time of submitting your application for review. No documents can be attached after you click "Submit".

Benefits
At Avista, we believe our employees are essential. Through them we deliver value to our customers and the communities we serve. The physical, mental, and financial health and well-being of our employees and their families are important to us. We are committed to offering a comprehensive total rewards program comprised of an externally competitive, internally equitable compensation structure and a benefits package that allows us to retain and attract a diverse, engaged, and skilled workforce. Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage, retirement benefits, incentive plans, wellness resources, time-off programs and much more. In addition to our total rewards program, the Pacific Northwest offers abundant outdoor recreation, four distinct seasons, and all the amenities and activities an individual or family might be interested in. To learn more, please visit our benefits website at https://avistabenefits.com/.

Pre-employment screening requirements
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a drug test, background check and motor vehicle records review.   

Avista’s Commitment to Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action
Avista is a safe, inclusive workplace for people of all backgrounds, and we are committed to Equal Opportunity Employment, Affirmative Action efforts, and Equity, Inclusion and Diversity. We strongly encourage applications from women, people of color, people with disabilities, protected veterans, and all others. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, age, sensory, mental or physical disability (unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification), Veteran status or any other classification protected by nondiscrimination laws.

Equity and diversity in our workplace is important to us. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you require any special accommodations to participate fully in our recruitment process. Avista will make reasonable accommodation to assist a qualified person with a disability in the job application, interview process, and to perform the essential functions of the job whenever possible, where undue hardship would not be created for Avista. Please contact us at humanresources@avistacorp.com if you would like assistance.