Design Technician

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Our company:

At Kalesnikoff, we honor our heritage by investing in our future. As a family-owned, fourth-generation company, we’ve evolved from our roots in the forests to become a leader in the timber industry, but we’re not just resting on tradition. Today, Kalesnikoff is at the forefront of innovation, combining decades of expertise with cutting-edge technology to redefine what’s possible in wood design and construction.

Role and Objectives:

The Design Technician, reporting to the Design Manager, will support Senior Design Technicians and Project Teams in concept design, 3D modeling, and producing production drawings for critical project elements. This role is crucial in ensuring the successful design of mass timber structures by executing project plans and providing structural and architectural designs that optimize the use of Glulam and Cross-Laminated Timber products, Wall systems, and Modular projects, aligning with customers’ vision and objectives.

Responsibilities:

Design Preparation: Prepare designs and drawings based on preliminary concepts, sketches, engineering calculations, specification sheets, and other data, transforming them into fully operational drawings for manufacturing and assembly processes.

2D Shop Drawings: Produce and review detailed 2D shop drawings for complex projects for timber elements, including Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT), Glulam beams, Light Frame Wall (LFW) and other timber and steel components.

3D Modeling: Create 3D models, focusing on detailed mass timber elements such as cross-laminated timber (CLT) panels, glulam beams, Light Frame Walls (LFW) and columns. Include detailed manufacturing sizes, dimensions, and engineering preferences for connections. Ensure alignment with IFC timber and steel elements standards.

Production Drawings: Generate, review, and deliver production drawings, including dimensions, material specifications, and assembly instructions.

Drawing Review: Conduct thorough reviews of own and others' drawings to ensure accuracy, feasibility, and compliance with the company QA/QC process and industry standards.

Coordination and Collaboration: Coordinate with other trades to ensure seamless integration of design elements, facilitating effective communication and cooperation among team members to achieve project goals.

Requirements:

• Diploma in civil engineering, Structural Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
• Courses or certifications in Mass Timber Construction and Design.
• Training in Building Information Modeling (BIM).
• Three years of experience as a building envelope designer, architectural technologist, or BIM Technician.
• Two years as a Mass Timber designer is considered an asset.
• Excellent knowledge of computer programs, including Microsoft Office programs such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Bluebeam.
• Experience with CADwork (preferred), SolidWorks, Rhino, Revit, or other 3D software.
• Strong creative problem-solving skills.
• Ability to adapt to evolving project requirements.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Effective time management skills.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities and deadlines.

Work Conditions:

• Location: Kalesnikoff Mass Timber - 3050 South Slocan Station Road, South Slocan, BC.
• Primarily seated desk work, with occasional walking to/from other offices, and production facilities, as needed.
• Ability to focus after interruptions from in person, phone, or digital communications.
• Requires finger dexterity, and the ability to focus on screen for prolonged periods.
• Occasional ability to lift and manipulate objects of up to 20 lbs.
• Use of Personal Protective Equipment will be required when entering industrial facilities (e.g. hard-hat, safety boots, etc.).
• Occasional exposure to hazards associated with manufacturing worksites.

Compensation Package:

• Salary: $71,520 - $98,340 per year (depending on experience)
• Schedule: Monday - Friday
• Extended health benefits including health, dental, vision, travel, Health Spending Account and RRSP program.
• Team building and social events.
• Training, development, and mentorship opportunities
• Opportunity to advance in your career.
• Work-life balance.
• A great culture where we truly value our employees.

How to apply:

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter to careers@kalesnikoff.com.

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

At Kalesnikoff, working safely is an expectation. In your role you will have the time and resources needed to meet that expectation.

About our Kootenay home:

Are the mountains calling you? From beautiful parks and forests, pristine lakes, breathtaking valleys and stunning mountain ranges, the West Kootenay region is a highly desired and special place to call home. With an abundance of recreation including ski areas, golf courses, hot springs, and endless hiking, biking and other outdoor activities, the Kootenays isn’t just a region, it’s a lifestyle. Our vibrant mountain towns are full of arts, culture, food, history and caring communities. What are you doing after work today?

Equal opportunity commitment:

Kalesnikoff is a committed equal opportunity employer. Kalesnikoff’s recruitment strategy is designed to attract the best person for each position, to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants, and to promote our corporate vision and culture. When considering applicants for positions within our Company, only job-related criteria such as ability, merit and responsibility are used to evaluate applicants. Kalesnikoff prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable law.

Kalesnikoff is committed to treating all people in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence. Kalesnikoff believes in integration and equal opportunity. Kalesnikoff is committed to meeting the needs of people with disabilities in a timely manner and will do so by identifying barriers to accessibility and meeting accessibility standards in accordance with applicable law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $71,520.00-$98,340.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Store discount
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Application question(s):

• Do you have a degree or diploma in civil engineering, structural engineering, architecture, or a related field?
• What courses or certifications do you have in mass timber construction?
• This is an in person position, if you don't live in the area, do you have any issue relocating prior to the start date?
• How many years do you have working as a building envelope designer, Design Technician or BIM Technician?
• Please outline the 3D software you have been exposed to.

Work Location: In person