Cad Technician II

Role Overview

Petroleum Field Services, LLC is looking for a CAD Technician / AutoCAD Drafter to become part of a cooperative team handling oil and gas and energy infrastructure projects involving planning, design, and permitting. The position requires using AutoCAD and related software to produce drawings, exhibits, and data sets critical for client project development and regulatory approvals.

This role is deadline-sensitive, demanding excellent communication skills, reliability, and the ability to work independently while remaining connected with the team. Standard working hours align with Mountain Time, with additional hours, including evenings and weekends during peak workloads, to meet project timelines.

This is a fully remote position, providing a collaborative small-team environment without commuting, exposure to diverse workflows, datasets, and related disciplines like surveying, GIS, civil engineering, and permitting.

Responsibilities

• Create and quality check permitting and design exhibits with AutoCAD, reviewing others' work as needed.
• Prepare and modify survey drawings, using AutoCAD and Civil 3D when applicable.
• Add annotations including bearings, distances, and coordinates (latitude/longitude, northing/easting) to survey data.
• Accurately display land boundaries and survey elements using the Public Land Survey System (PLSS).
• Maintain drawing clarity and apply consistent standards for labeling and line work across deliverables.
• Use existing templates to generate exhibits.
• Develop spreadsheets and tables utilizing Microsoft Excel.
• Update GIS databases via AutoCAD FDO connections, modifying attributes and feature geometries.
• Learn and apply client design specifications, regulations, and rules during drafting.
• Edit and contribute to process documentation.
• Monitor assigned tasks, budgets, and timelines; communicate priorities to the Coordinator.
• Maintain ongoing communication about workload status with team members and managers.
• Identify improvements to drafting quality, consistency, and efficiency.

Requirements

• Intermediate skill level with AutoCAD; experience with Civil 3D beneficial.
• Competent in Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Moderate understanding of oil and gas industry rules, regulations, equipment terminology, and nomenclature.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organized work approach.
• Strong communication abilities and critical thinking skills.
• Capable of working autonomously in a remote setting while staying connected.
• Quick adaptability to new exhibits and workflows along with shifting priorities.
• Skilled in multitasking and managing priorities effectively.
• Team player with a customer-centric attitude.
• Dependable, consistent, and accountable with clear responsiveness to deadlines.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience in preparing alignment sheets or right-of-way (ROW) packages.
• Background in oil and gas or land surveying industries.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least one year of experience using AutoCAD professionally.

Additional Information

• Comfort with remote teamwork using chat, video calls, screen sharing, and prompt follow-ups is essential.
• Work hours generally match Mountain Time; flexibility for increased hours during peak periods including evenings and weekends is expected.
• Applicants will be required to complete a short practical AutoCAD skills test.
• Reliable internet access and a quiet workspace are necessary for this role.
• The position requires extended periods working at a computer using keyboard, mouse, and monitor.
• While remote work is full-time, occasional travel for training, team collaboration, or project support may be needed.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and able to work within continental U.S. time zones.
• Work hours may fluctuate; all time worked must comply with company recording policies.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive salary with bonus opportunities.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance options.
• 401(k) plan with company matching contributions.
• Paid time off and recognized holidays.
• Fully remote work environment with no commuting requirements.
• Opportunity to engage in complex, highly regulated energy projects.
• Collaborate with professionals from surveying, engineering, GIS, drafting, and permitting fields, expanding geospatial and technical expertise.
• Work amongst an intelligent, supportive team dedicated to excellence and mutual success.

Working Conditions

• Monday to Friday schedule generally aligned with Mountain Standard Time; some flexibility allowed within continental U.S. time zones.
• Periodic after-hours or weekend work required to meet project deadlines.