AutoCAD Drafter

Description

About Us

Aspire Communications is a fast-growing fiber-optic network provider dedicated to delivering cutting-edge broadband solutions to communities and businesses. We're looking for a detail-oriented AutoCAD Drafter / OSP Designer to join our engineering team and help design and support the expansion of our Outside Plant (OSP) infrastructure.

Job Summary

As an AutoCAD Drafter / OSP Designer, you will be responsible for creating accurate and efficient OSP fiber network designs, supporting permit applications, construction drawings, and as-built documentation. You’ll collaborate closely with engineering, permitting, and construction teams.

Key Responsibilities

• •Create and modify detailed OSP fiber design drawings using AutoCAD and/or GIS platforms.
• •Design aerial and underground fiber routes including conduit, handholes, poles, and splice locations.
• •Prepare construction documents, plan and profile drawings, and fiber schematics.
• •Interpret field survey data, utility records, and other engineering documents.
• •Coordinate with permit agencies and utility companies to support permitting efforts.
• •Maintain as-built records and documentation for ongoing and completed projects.
• •Work with engineers and project managers to ensure timely and accurate project deliverables.

Requirements

• •Proficient in AutoCAD (2D drafting) – Civil 3D or Map 3D experience is a plus.
• •1–3 years of experience in OSP fiber network design or similar utility drafting.
• •Familiarity with aerial and underground OSP design standards.
• •Understanding of NESC, NEC, and local permitting regulations.
• •Ability to read and interpret engineering plans, construction drawings, and utility maps.
• •Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• •Experience with GIS systems (e.g., ESRI, QGIS) is a plus.
• •Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• •Experience with fiber management systems (e.g., Vetro FiberMap, OSPInsight).
• •Knowledge of permitting processes and working with municipalities or DOTs.
• •Background in telecommunications or broadband industry.

What We Offer:

• •Competitive salary and benefits package.
• •Medical, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability and Voluntary Buy Up of Life Insurance
• •Paid time off
• •Parental Leave
• •Team Building events
• •Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within a fast-growing telecommunications company.
• •A dynamic and innovative work environment that fosters collaboration and growth.

Benefits:

• •Dental insurance
• •Flexible schedule
• •Health insurance
• •Life insurance
• •Paid time off
• •Referral program
• •Vision insurance

Schedule:

• •10 hour shift
• •8 hour shift
• •Day shift
• •Monday to Friday
• •Overtime
• •Weekends as needed