What are the responsibilities and job description for the Drafter I position at OilStates Industries?

Oil States Houma recognizes that our diverse workforce is our greatest asset. We offer a competitive compensation package, including paid time off as well as health insurance eligibility on the first day of employment. Paid time off includes vacation, holiday and sick time. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401k, life insurance, long and short-term disability, and flexible spending accounts. When we contribute to the company’s success, we all win.

Oil States is currently looking for qualified candidates for the position of Drafter I in Houma, Louisiana.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Creates accurate and complete dimensional lay-outs and shop drawings from rough or detailed sketches, engineering notes and specifications for production use.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Using rough or detailed sketches, engineering notes and specifications, prepare accurate layouts and shop drawings, of a low to mid level of complexity, complete with specifying dimensions, surface finishes, weld symbols, required tolerances and fits, material specifications, notes and relationships of one part to another as required.
Revise lay-outs and drawings based upon requested changes/revisions.
Consult with Engineers and Designers concerning interpretation of drawings, notes, and/or other specifications.
Examine steel charts, graphs and vendor catalogs to determine weights and scale. Perform required mathematical and measurement calculations.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Input drawings on secured directory and pull files from the secured directory.
Enter drawing numbers to drawing control system.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

High school education or equivalent and applicable drafting training through college or vo-tech courses.
Advanced computer skills and software skills. Proficient in AutoCAD.
Excellent mathematical and measurement computation skills.
Ability to follow both simple and complex instructions.
Good verbal and written communication skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS