Courtney Ischar
Tyler,TX
Summary
Resourceful Drafting Manager known for high productivity and efficiently completing tasks. Skilled in MBS, AutoCAD, Tekla Structures, project management, and technical drawing with an ability to ensure precision in all projects. Excels in leadership, communication, and problem-solving, contributing to team success and project excellence.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Drafting Manager
1845 Barndominiums/1845 Steel
Hallsville, Texas
06.2023 - Current
- Directed drafting workflow for barndominium and steel building plans.
- Reviewed customer specifications for 1845 Steel project drawings.
- Created detailed blueprints using MBS to Tekla Structures drafting software.
- Coordinated revisions with sales, design, production teams to ensure alignment with project specifications.
- Verified measurements, dimensions, and structural details against project requirements.
- Prepared permit-ready drawings for barndominium and steel builds.
- Managed drawing files, templates, plan revisions to maintain organization and accessibility.
- Trained overseas drafters on 1845 Barndominiums drafting standards and procedures to ensure consistency and quality.
- Analyzed blueprints, sketches, models, specifications, mockups.
- Developed and maintained drafting standards for the organization.
- Managed, trained and evaluated draftsmen to ensure quality.
- Utilized specialized software programs such as MBS, AutoCAD, and Tekla Structures when creating detailed drawings.
- Created 3D models using Tekla Structures software for complex steel structures requiring precise coordination between multiple trades involved in the project.
Level 6 Draftsman
Mueller, Inc.
Ballinger, Texas
10.2000 - 06.2023
- Created detailed blueprints using MBS, AutoCAD, and Tekla Structures drafting software.
- Verified measurements, dimensions, and structural details against project requirements.
- Managed drawing files, templates, and plan revisions.
- Coordinated revisions with sales, design, and production teams.
- Reviewed existing drawings for accuracy and completeness.
- Trained drafters on Mueller, Inc. drafting standards and procedures.
- Managed the mini storage drafting department.
- Assisted in using Tekla Structures for mini storage design and production.
- Assisted in getting Tekla Structures into service.
- Investigated customer complaints related to draftsmanship issues.
Education
Ballinger High School
Ballinger, TexasSkills
- Tekla Structures software
- MBS software
- AutoCAD drafting
- Blueprint detailing
- Structural drafting
- Drafting standards
- Drawing revisions
- Quality control
- Project coordination
- Technical communication
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Team leadership
- Detail-oriented
- Blueprint interpretation
- PDF development
Timeline
Drafting Manager
1845 Barndominiums/1845 Steel
06.2023 - Current
Level 6 Draftsman
Mueller, Inc.
10.2000 - 06.2023
Ballinger High School