How to Get a CAD Drafting Job
CAD drafting job is a rewarding position. However, a drafter needs to work very hard. The basic of the job is to create drafts of things ranging from toys to houses using computer programs such as AutoCAD. If you have a certification in AutoCAD, finding a job is not difficult, but while doing the job you should be able to understand the customers’ needs, and be able to understand calculations. You can start finding a job at a small company and then work your way through to bigger organizations, as you learn and grow in the drafting skills.
Instructions
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Meeting Criteria
First of all you should get yourself qualified and trained in the drafting area. Ideally, you should have a certification in the field. However, a diploma course can also work if you have some experience along with the qualification. Experience is a great help to get a job as a drafter. -
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Job Search
You can look for drafting jobs in the classified sections of the newspapers or search online. A number of vacancies are regularly advertised, both online and in the newspaper. You should apply for most of them if you meet the required criteria. -
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Application
The next most important step is making of the application. You can download the application form. Fill out the form carefully, answering all questions and providing all required information. Be assured your application is the first most important step towards getting a job as a drafter, so you should take the step carefully. -
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Interview
On getting a call, appear for the interview, and possibly for a written test. Since the job involves calculations and sketches, you might be given something to measure and then draft. So be prepared for it. Also, you might be asked to fill out some additional forms at the time of interview, and you should provide all the required information. You should be confident and answer all questions convincingly. -
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Alternative Route
If you are unable to get a full-time role in the beginning, do some training with an architect firm or at any other company which requires drafting of its products frequently. This can help you get some experience that will be quite useful along with your course, as employers give special consideration to applicants with some experience.
