AutoCAD Drafter

Location: Corp - Tampa
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt- Hourly
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7:30-4:30 pm
Office Status: Office
Travel: Up to 10% local Travel
Reports to: Director of Systems Division
Direct Reports: N/A
Position Purpose
Contribute to making Southern States Material Handling a leader in the material handling industry by performing technical support in our Systems Division.
Major Tasks, Responsibilities, and Key Accountabilities:

• Create bills of material for proposals and orders.
• Prepare and supervise the preparation of fabrication and installation drawings, using AutoCAD
• Interact extensively with external consultants, customers, distributors, installation contractors, project and site managers, plant, and sales personnel.
• Prepare quotations, approvals, and installation drawings for storage rack projects.
• Design modifications to rack products to resolve production difficulties.

Qualifications

• Advanced proficiency with MS Office including Word, Excel, Outlook
• Windows XP knowledge
• Experience using AutoCAD/Cad-type software in the design and preparation of drawings
• Able to type 50+ wpm
• Ability to multi-task and manage multiple assignments and tasks and set priorities, as well as adapt to changing conditions and work assignments
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret periodicals, journals, and technical procedures
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions one-on-one and in small groups with customers, managers, and other employees
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills

Education and Experience

• Associate degree in Engineering or equivalent education and experience
• AutoCAD training preferred
• Structural or mechanical drafting
• Engineering principles and terminology
• Material Handling industry or Warehouse Distribution facility experience preferred

Nature and Scope
Position reports to the Director of Systems Division.
Environmental Job Requirements
Working environment consists of working at a desk set using a computer and desk phone or headset. Frequent walking in the shop area and other areas of internal and external facilities will be necessary. These areas involve walking on a concrete floor which may have temporary cracks appearing in the floor, causing an uneven walking surface. Comfortable shoes should be worn depending on the work environment. The painting and shop areas can be dusty, noisy, and drafty depending on weather conditions, as these areas are well ventilated and open to outside air. Work near moving mechanical parts 10%; Fumes or airborne particles 30%; Toxic or caustic chemicals 5%
Physical Job Requirements
Majority of this position requires sitting at a desk utilizing a computer monitor and phone frequently - 90%. Visual fatigue may happen with extended periods of computer use. Walking up and down stairs, on carpet, tile, and concrete areas is necessary in this position – 10%. There is minimal outside exposure in this position, however, depending on Associate needs, it may be necessary for the Associate to spend some time in the shop area - 5%. Of an 8-hour workday, the Associate would typically spend time doing the following: standing 10%; walking 5%; sitting 90%; using hands 100%; reaching with hands and arms 100%; stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling 1%; hearing or talking 100%. In this position, moderate noise is expected, examples include typical business office noise from computers and printers and exposure to noise from light foot traffic. Distance/near clear vision is critical. Ability to lift to 20 lbs.
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*Job Description*
This information indicates the general nature and level of work performed by associates in this role. It is not designed to contain an inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this role, and associates may be asked to assist with other duties. This description supersedes any previous documentation for this role. Management reserves the right to add or change the duties of the position at any time.
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About Southern States Material Handling
We are Florida & Central Georgia's source for Material Handling Solutions with 10 branches in Tampa, Lakeland, Winter Haven, Orlando, Ocala, Jacksonville, Columbus, Albany, Macon, and Valdosta, complimented by a full fleet of deployed mobile service technicians. For more than 70 years we have been a leading provider of Toyota forklifts. We offer a single-source solution for new and used material handling equipment sales and equipment rentals. Additionally, we offer OSHA-compliant operator training and forklift parts and maintenance to ensure customers stay productive and profitable. Toyota has been the number-one selling lift truck in the U.S. since 2002.
Southern States Material Handling is proud of our workforce who support and contribute to the company. We seek people committed to excellence with talent, skill, innovation. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a pleasant and challenging working environment. We are committed to innovation, quality, customer service, and talent.
Our Values:
Honesty, Initiative, Teamwork, Competency, and Handwork
Our Purpose - To help our client customers achieve competitive advantage and improve their profits, safety, and productivity.
Our Vision - To be the most successful and respected material handling equipment distributor in the U.S.
Our Mission - To sustain continuous profitable growth by providing the best customer experience.

Pay: $21.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: One location

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