Detailer

Job Title: Detailer (Drafter, AutoCAD) 

Location: Spokane, Washington

Reports To: Director of Project Management

About Us

O’Donnell Metal Deck LLC is a national distributor with six locations across the country, specializing in construction materials. We’re growing rapidly and evolving our internal operations to match. As we continue to scale, we’re looking for smart, proactive people who thrive in process-driven environments and want to make a real impact. 

Position Summary

At O’Donnell Metal Deck, we’re building the future of construction—one project at a time. We’re looking for a detail-oriented Drafter to turn complex contract documents into clear, precise, and accurate steel joist and deck layout plans. In this role, you’ll prepare layouts, sections, and bills of material that meet customer specifications, align with industry standards, and reflect our company’s commitment to quality and excellence.

If you have an eye for accuracy, a passion for problem-solving, and want to be part of a team that values precision and craftsmanship, this is the role for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare joist and deck layout plans and sections using AutoCAD for customer review and written approval. 
• Coordinate with steel erection drawings to ensure alignment and constructability. 
• Review and interpret contract drawings, specifications, and change orders to ensure accuracy and completeness of data. 
• Prepare RFI’s and coordinate project details with customers, steel detailers, engineers and others 
• Calculate joist and girder loading based on design loading provided on contract documents 
• Generate accurate bills of materials (BOMs) based on layout drawings, including all loading and design requirements. 
• Verify the accuracy and completeness of drawings and BOMs prepared by self and peers. 
• Issue final field-use construction documents for customer use. 
• Maintain organized and accessible job files within the company’s digital filing system for cross-departmental use. 
• Notify Project Management of scope changes due to revised drawings or customer requests and update records accordingly. 
• Collaborate with Project Management and/or document originators and stakeholders to resolve discrepancies and update submittals. 
• Provide responsive customer support to/with Project Management during the erection process by addressing technical questions. 
• Partner effectively with customers, coworkers, and supervisors by maintaining clear, professional communication. 
• Demonstrate professionalism through regular, reliable attendance and commitment to company values. 
• Handle multiple projects simultaneously in fast-paced, production driven environment 
• Perform other related duties as assigned. 

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus
• Full benefits: health, dental, vision
• 401(k) with company match
• Career growth opportunities within a growing national business
• Supportive, team-oriented culture

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Drafting, CAD Technology, or a related field; equivalent work experience may substitute for formal education.
• 1+ years of AutoCAD experience required; experience with Revit or Bluebeam is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret structural drawings, specifications, and technical documents.
• Familiarity with steel designations on structural drawings strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to detail complex projects with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail and capability to serve as a project “checker,” reviewing drawings and materials for accuracy and completeness.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external customers.