Benefits:
401(k)
Bonus based on performance
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
We are a structural building component manufacturing company seeking a highly motivated Truss Designer who can complete design work of Trusses for construction of commercial and residential properties.
You will be working with a team of designers working on single family homes, multifamily homes, and commercial projects. Our designers use Mi-Tek design software which is a CAD based software.
Applicant should have a wood construction background and knowledge of engineered wood components. Responsibilities include creating roof and floor trusses, specialty wood product designs, and placement plans using computer systems. Ideal candidate will possess excellent math skills, knowledge of the construction industry, design processes, architectural and structural blueprint interpretation, CAAD experience, load transfers, and local codes. Must possess solid written and oral communication skills as well as working knowledge of computers and associated software.
Job Duties:
Reading and interpreting blueprints.
Input of layouts conforming to design practices.
Design of roof and floor trusses, ensuring designs are accurate, optimized, and conform to standards.
Request sealed engineering drawings and/or repair details and follow-up to ensure complete when necessary.
Compute and enter truss and hardware quantities into database.
Create cost effective and accurate layouts and truss designs from architectural and structural drawings using all associated details and city, county and state building codes.
Generate placement layouts for final construction.
Provide job-site support, when requested.
Working knowledge of framing and construction practices.
Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrate the ability to work independently managing multiple tasks, setting priorities and meeting deadlines.
Other duties as necessary.
Competency in mathematics, geometry, and basic arithmetic.
Ability to read and understand architectural and structural plans, and related documents
Professional written and oral communication skills.
Ability to work with changing priorities, multi-tasking
Ability to work in a team setting, accepting instruction/direction from other team members.
This position requires that you be able to sit/stand at a desk for extended periods of time.
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Office 365.
Qualifications and Requirements:
Two years of framing experience or a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in construction management or other related major preferred, but not required.
Experience designing optimized projects utilizing related software such as Intelibuild, Timberline, Mitek Sapphire or Alpine preferred, but not required.
Knowledge of wood framing, hold downs, and structural components typical in wood framed buildings.
Hands on framing experience is a plus.
Previous experience in a construction environment.
Understands field requirements and constructability of truss components.
Attention to detail is a must.
General Hours: Monday-Friday, 7:00am-4:00pm
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Schedule:
Flexible work from home options available.