CAD Drafter

Why Pref-Tech?

“We are a family” is an often-used cliché in business.  It rarely translates into amazing relationships where you feel encouraged, supported, and part of something greater than themselves.  We aim to make the phrase have meaning.  We aim to make “family” a core reason we attract incredible people, retain them, and collectively deliver unequaled quality and service to customers.  If your heart and mind are pushing you to join a team who deeply desires to be the best in the world, has a long-game approach to business, prides itself on doing exceptional work, celebrates service to others, and is willing to invest in you, you should consider Pref-Tech. 

Position Overview: 

The CAD Drafter at Pref-Tech will be responsible for preparing shop and as-built drawing packages for electronic security and surveillance projects that include floorplan device layouts, wall-field elevations, and detail diagrams (i.e., access-controlled doors, surveillance cameras, electronics enclosures, and cabinet enclosures), as well as wiring termination diagrams. Work requires use of conventional drafting techniques and a working knowledge of the terms and procedures of a security integration company.

Duties and Responsibilities:

A CAD Drafter may be required to perform any of the duties and responsibilities below, but not limited to:

• Prepare and revise detail and design drawings for electronic security and surveillance projects under the direction of other CAD Designer, Project Managers and Sales/Estimation team. (Drawings typically include installation details of electronic equipment, wiring interconnect diagrams, device locations, and layout of equipment enclosures)
• Prepare drawings for submittal to our Project teams and customers that include printing, plotting, and binding as needed.
• Work from architectural specification drawings created by engineers and architects, as well as rough drawings and mark-ups from Project teams.
• Design plans using AutoCAD computer-aided design and drafting (CAD) software.
• Coordinate with manufacturers to acquire device templates and to create device detail drawing templates.
• Must be detail-oriented and possess exceptional time-management skills.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Associate degree with drafting as primary objective with certificate of completion.
• At least 2 years of AutoCAD experience.
• Experience in the following industries is preferred: electronic security, construction, or building automation.
• Fluency with Microsoft Office 365 software tools.
• Willingness to take on new challenges and build on current skills.
• Exceptional analytical and conceptual thinking
• Capacity to work independently and
• Ability to work efficiently without compromising quality or

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in electronic security, construction, or building automation
• AutoCAD

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• Inclusion in Operational Incentive Program, which shares excess profits as bonuses
• 401K Safe Harbor Plan with matching dollar-for-dollar up to 4% of annual gross salary (Traditional and Roth options available)
• Health, dental, vision and other elective insurances

Work Hours: 

Our office hours are from Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. There is no set schedule for field personnel as work schedules vary depending on client needs.

Hybrid Work Environment:

• Work in a hybrid setting, spending 2 days per week in the office and the remaining days working remotely.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues across different locations (Houston, Austin, and Grand Prairie, Texas).

Physical Requirement: 

• Ability to perform physical tasks like walking, standing, driving. 

• Ability to safely lift and carry up to 50 lbs unassisted. 

• Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions, including heat and rain. 

• Capable of ascending and descending ladders (6–14 feet) and stairs of varying heights with minimal restrictions. 

• Willingness to work from a bucket truck as required for installations and maintenance. 

Core Values:

First and foremost, at Pref-Tech, you must understand, internalize, and represent our PGRIT Core Values:

• Professionalism: Our expectations are high, we take great pride in our work, and we communicate well.
• Grit: We thrive on challenges.  We do what it takes to get the job done.
• Right: We know what right is and do it every time.
• Intelligent Thought: We plan meticulously, execute decisively, and resolve issues effectively.
• Trusted Advisors: We are experts. We continuously develop our knowledge and transfer that knowledge to each other, our customers, and our vendors.

You must also fulfill our purpose statement within all decisions and actions in performance of your job and when representing Pref-Tech: “Within a family culture, nurture and inspire our employees to creatively resolve customer pain using the highest level of craftsmanship and service.”

EEO Statement:

Preferred Technologies, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to workforce diversity. Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability, or national origin. We offer a smoke-free and drug-free workplace.

Candidate Screening:

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation and pre-employment drug screen.  Pref-Tech maintains a drug-free workplace and conducts random drug screenings as part of our commitment to safety and compliance. All applications and resumes are held in confidence. Only candidates whose profiles closely match requirements will be contacted for an interview.  

Must possess a valid driver’s license, successfully pass an MVR (Motor Vehicle Record) check, and maintain a clean driving record as a condition of continued use of a company vehicle.