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Careers at Orchard

At Orchard Design we like to employ energetic people that are full of enthusiasm, initiative and are always looking for ways to do things better.  Because of our wide range of services, our team members have a wide range of skills and strengths.

Architectural Technician

Job description:

Orchard Design is seeking a full time Architectural Technician or Technologist in our established and growing company located in Cambridge. With projects all over Ontario ranging from home renovations, single family houses, townhouses and stacked townhouses, apartment buildings, mixed use buildings as well as commercial projects.

This is an in-office position at our Cambridge office.

What we require:

  • Minimum College diploma in Architectural Technician, Technology or equivalent
  • Junior drafting technician – 1 to 3 years work experience
  • Intermediate drafting technician – 3 to 10 years work experience
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit required
  • Sketch-up experience considered an asset
  • Knowledge in Microsoft Office
  • Strong written and verbal / reading skills are mandatory
  • Strong understanding of residential building construction methods
  • Sound knowledge of the Ontario Building Code
  • Ability to research municipal zoning bylaws for specific projects

Duties Include:

  • Produce working drawings including site plans, site plan approval submissions and permit drawings
  • Review working drawings prepared by others
  • Site measuring of existing homes and commercial spaces
  • Liaise with consultants and trades at times
  • Able to work independently in a fast-paced environment

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

  • Casual dress
  • Company events
  • Dental care
  • Extended health care
  • Flexible schedule
  • Paid time off
  • Profit sharing
  • RRSP match
  • Vision care

 

How to apply:

Applicants are asked to send their cover letter, resume and portfolio (if available) to career@orcharddesign.ca.
No phone calls please. Only applications following proper protocol will be considered.

Interested in Joining the Team?

We’re still a small company and have a low turn over rate, so job opportunities aren’t always open.  Don’t let that stop you though.  Feel free to send us your resume. careers@orcharddesign.ca