BIM Modeler

A-C Electric Company is growing rapidly and has an immediate need for a BIM Modeler in Bakersfield, CA.

The BIM Modeler will produce 3D modeling of electrical drawings and components utilizing A-C Electric Company’s virtual construction (VC) system as required for projects. The BIM Modeler will successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position while demonstrating A-C Electric Company’s Vision, Mission and Core Values.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform layout and input of marked-up drawings into Revit in accordance with A-C Electric Company’s virtual construction (VC) system standards.
  • Produce detailed drawings in 3D including installation instructions as required for prefabrication orders as directed by VC team: BIM Lead, Plan Detailer and Construction Services Manager.
  • Produce a prefabrication catalog of working drawings, wiring diagrams, and cross-sections, as required for fabrication and installation crew instructions.
  • Performs verification and preparation of layout drawings to meet customer requirements.
  • Collaborate with Plan Detailer and Construction Services Manager daily on prefabrication orders, VC schedules, etc.
  • Read architectural and structural floor plans, section and elevations.
  • Manage work flow on projects assigned and completes work within estimated hours.
  • Create and maintain a positive working relationship with internal and external project teams.
  • Complete record drawings at the end of each project.
  • Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

Requirements

  • H.S. Diploma or equivalent. Vocational, Technical or Junior College (AA) Degree in drafting or an AutoCAD-related discipline, or a minimum of five years of related work experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
  • Minimum of two years of experience in the electrical construction industry, with knowledge of electrical symbols and electrical drafting conventions and standards.
  • Strong use and knowledge of Revit and BIM.
  • Preferred 3-5 years’ experience in electrical design and construction installation methods.
  • Desire to learn and develop.

Skills

  • Ability to create Revit work sets and understanding of Revit work sharing process.
  • Be able to manipulate Revit families, views, browser structure, sheets, schedules, filters and similar Revit functions.
  • Fluency in the 2D and 3D space.
  • Understanding of 3D coordination with other construction trades.
  • Fluency for importing documents, such as spread sheets, photos, images, and word processing files into Revit projects.
  • Fluency in reading 2D plans, electronically or hard copy.
  • Skills obtained above and beyond the building elements would be creating simple parametric families, utilizing shared parameters, creating schedules, and creating complex geometry.
  • Ability to read and interpret drawings.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Has strong ability to be a team player and leader.
  • Self-starter and motivated to work efficiently and effectively.
  • Proficient in the use of PC and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel and Word).
  • Electrical background required.

Benefits:

  • Health and dental plans
  • Paid vacations and holidays
  • Life Insurance
  • Short and long term disability plans
  • Pension plan
  • Two profit sharing plans
  • Incentive and recognition programs
  • Relocation assistance
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A-C Electric Company is an affirmative action, equal opportunity, M/F/D/V employer.