Draftsperson / Surveyor

Draftsperson / Surveyor Level Crane Systems North Tustin, CA Job Details Full-time $24•$30 an hour 11 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Life insurance Qualifications Mechanical blueprint interpretation GD&T Driver's License Steel structural design Full Job Description Draftsperson / Surveyor•Drive Precision from Field Surveys to

Overhead Crane Designs Job Overview:

Company:

Level Crane Systems.

Salary/Pay Rate:

$24.00•$30.00 per hour.

Location:

Irvine, CA 92618 (In Person).

Job/Employment Type:

Full-time.

Mandatory Licences & Certifications:

Valid driver's license.

The Opportunity:

You will bridge the gap between engineering concepts and real-world conditions by executing detailed CAD designs and vital field surveys. Your work will directly shape the standard product lines and custom installation drawings that define our overhead crane systems. This position offers a direct path to elevate your drafting career through hands-on technical exposure and mentorship from PE-licensed leadership.

How You Will Make An Impact:

Conduct precise on-site surveys and dimensional measurements to evaluate spatial constraints and installation conditions for crane systems. Create complete manufacturing and assembly packages utilizing AutoCAD and SolidWorks to transform engineering direction into reality. Build parametric SolidWorks models and modular component libraries to optimize standard overhead and gantry crane product configurations. Interpret complex facility layouts, weld symbols, and geometric tolerances to ensure absolute compliance with design standards. Generate accurate bills of materials, cut lists, and detailed parts lists directly tied to standard product configurations. Collaborate closely with the manufacturing team to deliver real-time drawing clarifications and field-related modifications.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

Minimum of 2 years of professional drafting experience utilizing AutoCAD and SolidWorks. Proven ability to read and interpret weld symbols, GD&T, facility layouts, and architectural site plans. Strong fundamental understanding of manufacturing processes and structural steel fabrication techniques. Valid driver's license and reliable personal transportation to support local travel for site measurements. Associate degree in Drafting, Engineering Technology, or related field, or equivalent professional experience. Demonstrated independent work ethic with excellent attention to detail and accuracy in office and field settings.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience:

Prior drafting experience within the overhead crane, lifting equipment, or heavy machinery industries. Functional knowledge of structural steel design principles alongside AISC or CMAA standards and safety regulations. Experience building, organizing, or maintaining standard product drawing libraries and working within PDM/PLM systems.

Compensation & Benefits:

Competitive hourly compensation ranging from $24.00 to $30.00 per hour based on experience. Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options. 401(k) retirement plan featuring company matching contributions. Generous paid time off package to support personal work-life balance. Exclusive employee discount program. Defined path for long-term career advancement, professional growth, and expanded responsibility.

About Us:

Level Crane Systems designs, manufactures, installs, and services overhead crane systems ranging from 5 to 50 tons throughout Southern California and the Southwest. Serving the aerospace, industrial, and manufacturing sectors, our mission is simple: Productivity Elevated. We foster an innovative, collaborative environment in our modern Irvine facility, backed by decades of industry success. Level Crane Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.