Located in Ocala, FL
Pay: $25-$35 DOE
Job Full Description
Architectural/Structural Drafter (AutoCAD) Job Post
$25-$35 per Hour
Full-Time | On-Site | Ocala, FL
Benefits Included | Career Growth Opportunity
A leading manufacturer in the residential housing industry is seeking a detail-oriented Architectural Drafter to join its growing team in Ocala, Florida.
This role is ideal for someone with experience drafting residential homes, commercial buildings, or manufactured housing projects who enjoys transforming concepts into accurate production-ready drawings. We are also open to considering recent graduates who have completed relevant coursework, internships, or hands-on experience in drafting, construction design, architecture, or structural building plans.
The successful candidate will be responsible for creating production drawings, collaborating with internal teams, ensuring compliance with building codes, and supporting projects from initial order through production.
If you are passionate about drafting, possess strong AutoCAD skills, and want to join a stable company with long-term growth opportunities, we'd love to speak with you.
What You'll Do
- Create accurate production drawings, floor plans, layouts, schematics, and construction documents.
- Develop and maintain drawing files for manufacturing and production use.
- Review customer orders and translate specifications into production-ready plans.
- Ensure designs comply with applicable building codes and company standards.
- Collaborate closely with production teams regarding drawing revisions and project requirements.
- Work with sales teams to ensure customer specifications are accurately reflected in drawings.
- Maintain accuracy and attention to detail throughout the drafting process.
- Support ongoing revisions and improvements to product designs.
- Assist with additional drafting and design-related projects as needed.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Experience using AutoCAD in a professional, educational, or internship setting.
- Knowledge of residential, commercial, or manufactured housing construction methods.
- Understanding of building codes, construction standards, and drafting principles.
- Strong computer and technical skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Drafting, Architecture, Engineering Technology, Construction Design, or a related field.
- Experience drafting residential homes, commercial structures, modular buildings, or manufactured homes.
- Familiarity with production drawings and construction documentation.
- Experience with drafting software such as AutoCAD and related design platforms.
- Exposure to Argos or similar drafting software is a plus but not required.
We're Open To
- Experienced drafters with residential, commercial, or manufactured housing backgrounds.
- Architectural drafters seeking a stable, long-term opportunity.
- Recent college or technical school graduates with internship, co-op, or hands-on drafting experience.
- Candidates with structural drafting or construction design experience looking to grow their careers.
What Makes Someone Successful in This Role?
- Strong attention to detail.
- Solid understanding of building codes and construction practices.
- Ability to interpret specifications and convert them into accurate drawings.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Desire to learn, grow, and build a long-term career.
- Ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining accuracy.
Compensation & Benefits
- $25-$35 per hour depending on experience and qualifications.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Stable and growing organization.
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
- Collaborative team environment focused on quality and innovation.
Apply Today
If you have AutoCAD experience, understand residential or commercial construction, and want to join a company that offers stability, growth, and meaningful work, we encourage you to apply. Whether you're an experienced drafter or an emerging professional with strong internship experience, we'd like to hear from you.
(Bryce Ballard with Express Employment Ocala is the primary point of contact for this position. Please apply for more information.)
Ocala, FL
1281
1005 Southwest 10th Street
Ocala, FL 34471
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