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CAD Drafter III Salaries in Canada

• What is the average CAD Drafter III salary in Canada?
  How much does a CAD Drafter III in Canada make? The median annual CAD Drafter III salary in Canada is C$102,812, as of July 27, 2026, with a range usually between C$88,157-C$117,359 not including bonus and benefit information and other factors that impact base pay. However, the salary for someone with the title CAD Drafter III may vary depending on a number of factors including industry, company size, location, years of experience and level of education. Our team of Certified Compensation Professionals has analyzed survey data collected from thousands of HR departments at companies of all sizes and industries to present this range of annual salaries for people with the job title CAD Drafter III in Canada.

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  This chart describes the expected percentage of people who perform the job of CAD Drafter III in , that make less than that salary. For example 50% of the people who perform the job of CAD Drafter III in are expected to make less than the median.
  Source: HR Reported data as of July 27, 2026

• Job Description for CAD Drafter III
  Utilizes computer-aided design (CAD) software and other techniques, standards, and tools to prepare technical drawings. Prepares computer-aided design (CAD) drafts, drawings, and schematics derived from a variety of specifications, layouts, blueprints, and sketches. Maintains deadlines, goals, and production standards set by the department. Coordinates and consults with engineers or designers to complete projects. Transforms initial rough product designs into working documents using CAD software. Collaborates with design originators to resolve discrepancies between original drawings and final CAD designs. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Typically requires 4-7 years of related experience. View full job description

• Similar Job titles to CAD Drafter III
  • CAD Drafter I
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• Level of Education
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  • CAD Drafter III Salaries with a JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

• Industries that include CAD Drafter III
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  • Software & Networking ,
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  • Transportation

• Categories that include CAD Drafter III
  • Engineering

• CAD Drafter III Salaries by Province in Canada
  • Alberta
  • British Columbia
  • Manitoba
  • New Brunswick
  • Newfoundland and Labrador
  • Nova Scotia
  • Northwest Territories
  • Nunavut
  • Ontario
  • Prince Edward Island
  • Quebec
  • Saskatchewan
  • Yukon

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