Architectural Technician - Draftsman

General Information

ID

1482

Main Organization

Public Schools

Location

Facilities Office And Supervisory - Henrico County Public Schools 406 Dabbs House Road, Henrico

Minimum Salary

$ 51,007

Posting Date

07-09-2026

Closing Date

10-02-2026

Job Status

Full-time

General Statement of Duties

Locates, selects, and compiles basic architectural?engineering data and prepares reports for the construction, maintenance, modification, or renovation of school facilities.

Essential Duties

Locates, selects, and compiles basic architectural/engineering data and prepares reports for the construction, maintenance, modification, or renovation of school facilities

Prepares maps, line drawings, charts, designs, and layouts to scale; AutoCAD experience required

Prepares working drawings and specifications for renovation, remodeling, and/or alteration work to be

performed by the Department

Prepares specification front end documents for small in-house projects

Performs field measurements and documentation for small projects and record documentation

Maintains the historical library of HCPS construction documents (drawings and specifications; hard copy and electronic)

Maintains inventory of school trailers and serves as liaison with vendors for any repairs to leased facilities

Knowledge and ability to work with existing county GIS system desiredKnowledge and experience with Revit desiredMay perform overtime work

Collects and organizes statistical data essential to the preparation of plans and specifications;

Assists with compliance with all county, state, and federal building codes;

Prepares and makes requests for relevant permits (building, utility and planning);

Maintains and enhances a database of all school data including warranties, permits, projects manual libraries, drawing libraries, etc.;

Coordinates small projects within the Department of Facilities;

Utilizes computer skills in AutoCAD, GIS, and the Microsoft Office Suite;

Engages, stays on tasks, and be a self-starter;

Attends work regularly - regular attendance is required

Performs other duties as assigned.

Additional Information

This vacancy is open until filled for the 2026-27SY in the Department of Facilities. Starting annual salary is $51,007.57 (24.52 hourly). The salary is prorated based on the official start date or based on promotion policy for internal candidates.

Henrico County Schools reserves the right to begin screening applications and make a selection at any time during the posting period. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible, as positions may be filled prior to the posted closing date.

Minimum Requirements

Graduation from high school, trade school or vocational school with architectural drafting experience. Experience in preliminary design, preparation of working drawings and specifications for construction/maintenance projects. Ability to read and interpret engineering/architectural plans and specifications. Ability to compile engineering/architectural plans and drawings from rough sketches and oral instructions. AutoCAD experience required.

Background Check Disclosure

Applicants considered for employment must successfully complete the following background investigations/tests:

• Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal History Investigation
• State Police Criminal History Investigation
• Child Protective Services (CPS) Investigation
• Tuberculosis Screening/Test

Benefits

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EEO Statement

Henrico County Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. EOE/Accommodations Upon Request