VDC Detailer (Intermedite)

Headcount Type: Existing

Application Deadline: June 12, 2026

The Company

DILFO is proud to be trusted by the Ontario construction community to deliver the best for our clients’ needs. We design, install, and provide maintenance for HVAC, heating, cooling, refrigeration, and plumbing systems for large scale projects across different industries. Our team of skilled individuals shares a vision of building with integrity and collaboration to bring quality and innovation to our work every day, and we are honoured to have been recognized by the Ottawa Business Journal as one of Ottawa’s Best Places to Work.

The Team

DILFO has a strong team culture that heavily invests in team member wellness and our community. We host regular social events including Pub nights, golf day, pizza Fridays, and more. We are extremely invested in our local community, partnering with the YMCA for the Cycle for Strong Kids annually, donating to the Ottawa Food Bank, partnering with Boys and Girls Club Ottawa to create opportunities for young people, and donating to charities our team members support.

We support team member wellness by offering a corporate program through Good Life Fitness, an Employee and Family Assistance Program for eligible team members, and a fixed number of paid Wellness days. Eligible employees also have access to our competitive Health and Dental Benefit plan.

The Role

The VDC Detailer (Intermediate) bridges the gap between junior-level production and senior-level coordination. This role is responsible for producing coordinated 3D models and spool drawings with minimal supervision, ensuring constructability and prefabrication readiness. The Intermediate Detailer participates in clash detection, assists with drawing exports, and supports project coordination.

Keys Tasks

The VDC Detailer’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Develop and maintain 3D mechanical models using Revit in alignment with trade-specific standards.
• Prepare spool drawings and support the generation of layout views for prefabrication.
• Participate in clash detection reviews and assist with issue resolution.
• Coordinate with senior detailers and designers to integrate updated consultant and internal feedback.
• Support export and formatting of Trimble or layout drawings for field use.
• Maintain version control across multiple drawing submissions and model iterations.
• Support tracking of system components from digital model through fabrication to on-site installation, ensuring alignment with shop workflows and construction sequencing.
• Mentor junior detailers and provide peer-level quality checks.

Education

• Diploma or certificate in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Drafting, Architectural Technology, or related field.

Experience

• 3-5 years of experience in VDC detailing, drafting, or mechanical construction documentation.
• Proficient in Revit; experience with Navisworks and fabrication software is an asset.
• Ability to obtain Reliability clearance; Secret clearance preferred.

Knowledge and Technical Skills

• Proficient in Autodesk Revit for modeling, tagging, spooling, and layout drawing
• Basic familiarity with Navisworks for clash review
• Experience with sheet and view management, project browser organization, and model versioning
• Understanding of spool drawing creation and fabrication-readiness
• Familiarity with Trimble layout exports and shop drawing coordination tools

Physical and Environmental Requirements

• Sitting for prolonged durations, especially when performing computer-based tasks.
• Climbing stairs as needed.
• Performing tasks in a noisy environment.
• Manual dexterity for tasks such as typing and handling system-related tools or equipment.

We thank all applicants for their interest in working at DILFO; only those identified for further consideration will be contacted. 

Accommodations for disabilities are available, where needed, upon request.

DILFO uses artificial intelligence as part of the screening process.

DILFO does not accept and is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited résumés from recruitment agencies. Recruitment agencies should not submit resumes in response to this posting to DILFO employees or any associated company location.