David Harris

9508 Newberry Drive

Austin, TX 78729

512.363.7475

harrisd134@gmail.com

 

OBJECTIVE

 

CAD Technician - To obtain a position in the engineering department with opportunity to broaden my experience with industry standards in the technology and development process.

 

PROFILE

ñ    15 years working experience using CAD in Architectural, Civil & Mechanical fields.

ñ    Proficiency in AutoCAD Architecture, Microsoft applications and basic AutoDesk Revit.

ñ    Competent with Adobe Acrobat, Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop.

ñ    Managing DWGs, sheets, layers, x-refs, wblocks, importing/exporting files via all applications.

ñ    Ability to interact with staff, architects, engineers, clients & regulatory authorities.

ñ    Accustomed in preparing routine layouts, detailed drawings, sketches & diagrams.

ñ    Generated presentation overlays using GIS, AutoCAD & Adobe Suite applications for aerials               and planimetric drawings for city council and neighborhood meetings.

ñ    Assisted in the preparation of the Site Exemptions, Variances & general permitting process.

ñ    Completed as-built and conceptual DWGs from importing survey date into CAD.

ñ    Aided with the submitting process in request for bids and proposals.

ñ    Managing personal business with rental properties, lawn & basic construction services.

 

EMPLOYMENT

 

KDS Architecture11/2013 – Present

CAD Manager

ñ     Manage and administer 7 CAD workstations.

ñ     Responsible for updating and maintaining master floor plates.

ñ     Physical field verification of tilt-wall buildings and office spaces to generate “as-built”.

ñ     Knowledgeable of BOMA standards.

ñ     Assist and support Architect and Design teams by updating, managing and creating CD’s.

ñ     Maintaining Master Architectural, MEP and space planning drawings.

ñ     Ability to manage numerous tasks and responsibilities.

ñ     Preparing layouts, drawings and elevations from sketches for Architect and Designers.

ñ     Operate and maintain plotter and printer hardware including software per service agreement.

ñ     Oversee IT and server issues and trouble shoot all CAD issues or questions from staff.

ñ     Creating and implementing a CAD template and dynamic blocks to keep company standards.

ñ     Improve CAD operations in streamlining work processes through CAD template, dynamic               blocks, ADT walls, doors, plotting styles, etc.

 

 

Manitex, Inc., Georgetown, TX     02/2012 – 05/2013

Application Specialist

ñ     Responsible for chassis layout and production and/or shop ready.

ñ     Liaison between the customer and manufacturer.

ñ     Assisted in ordering chassis that needed to be Federal Bridge Law compliant.

ñ     Troubleshoot truck problems (Pete's, Freightliner, Western Star, Kenworth, etc.)

ñ     Exposed to crane mechanics and hydraulics.

ñ     Used CAD software to provide support for Engineers and staff.

 

SmartAir Company, Austin, TX       04/2011 – 11/2011

HVAC Technician Assistant

ñ     Understanding of HVAC terminology and practices.

ñ     Performed certified technician duties while being supervised by licensed HVAC personnel.

ñ     Responsible for operating equipment, brazing copper and maintaining various power tools.

ñ     Assisted HVAC Technician in installation of residential systems, installing duct and ventilation.

 

Handyman & CAD Services/Owner   2009 – 2011

ñ      Performing home improvements, landscaping services and small construction projects.

ñ      Experience in drywall, painting, simple electrical, landscaping, duct work, etc.

ñ      Responsible for accounts receivable and payable.

ñ      Residential layouts, existing drawings & conceptual drawings

 

 

 

 

City of Austin, Parks & Recreation Department Planning & Design, Austin, TX   2001 – 2009

Auto-CAD Technician / GIS Assistant

ñ      Responsible for generating electronic drawing files for Landscape Architects.

ñ      Customary in preparing routine layouts, detail drawings, sketches & diagrams.

ñ      Generated presentation overlays using GIS applications for aerials and planimetric drawings for city council and neighborhood meetings.

ñ      Generated Master plan drawings for public presentations to convey conceptual designs.

ñ      Managed drawings, plotting, plan-sets, CAD files, & software upgrades.

ñ      Minimum supervision in the production of site plans, details & installation drawings.

ñ      Maintained constant communication with the General Permitting Office.

ñ      Created complete project plans: street, site, drainage, grading, water, sewer, utility & etc.

 

Peterbilt Motors, Denton, TX     09/1998 – 06/2000

Release / Technical Writer

ñ      Trained in ProE to assemble truck components in 3D modeling.

ñ      Responsible for sending the correct CNC date to have frame rail punched.

ñ      Generated truck drawings per customer's request.

ñ      Implemented ECO's and updated drawings.

 

S-TEC, Mineral Wells, TX     12/1997 – 09/1998

Drafter

ñ      Designed and produced servo mounting brackets; top, bottom, side & isometric views

ñ      Revised and maintained drawings.

ñ      Generated wiring harness drawings, mechanical drawings & BOM's.

EDUCATION

ITT Technical Institute, Arlington, TX     06/1996 – 12/1997

Associate Degree in Computer-Aided Drafting & Applied Science

ñ      Maintained a 3.4 GPA while working 30+ hours at UPS

ñ      Discipline in Mechanical, Civil, Piping, Architectural & Electrical drafting.

Austin Community College, Austin, TX     09/2001 – 09/2004

Commercial Music Management and Advertising certification

ñ      Attending core class curriculum for Texas State University transferability.

ñ      Completed Audio Engineering I-IV with three album recordings & two radio commercials.

Texas State University, San Marcos, TX     09/2004 – 05/2009

Bachelor Degree in Mass Communication with a Minor in Business

ñ      Focused in PR, Advertising & Graphic Design.

ñ      Studied small business principles and practices.