Truss Designer

Truss Designer 1317 North Owen Street, Rensselaer, IN 47978 Up to $75,000 a year - Full-time Up to $75,000 a year - Full-time Stark Truss was founded in 1963 and is a leading manufacturer and supplier of wood components for the construction industry. With over 60 years of experience supplying large multi-family and commercial developments, single family track and custom homes, agricultural buildings. Our construction product line includes roof and floor trusses, wall panels, laminated veneer lumber (LVL), I-joists, glulam posts, pre-built stairs, Stark Lam beams and connector hardware. Under general supervision, this position creates truss placement plans, truss design drawings and truss quotes along with providing technical support to customers and sales representatives related to truss components for residential and commercial projects.

Compensation:

The starting wage is up to $75,000 per year and up based on experience.

Schedule:

Monday - Friday, hours will be discussed at interview

Work Location:

Preferably in-office, but remote option is available Comprehensive Benefits Package offered including: The company also provides Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO and a 401k plan with a company match! Responsibilities and Duties Produces floor and roof truss placement plans, truss design drawings and truss quotes using your ability to understand blueprints and customer requirements for specific projects. Determine design specifications based on blueprints and structural design needs. Review other designers work as part of a double check system to reduce design errors prior to putting paperwork into manufacturing. Create shop paperwork that is optimized and batch for efficiency based on equipment used in manufacturing. Communicate with customer and sales staff on technical aspects of plans which require clarification from customer, Architect or Engineer. Document communication with said parties using excel spreadsheet and saved emails. Consult with more experienced component technicians and management when more in-depth analysis is required. Plan and pace your own work efficiency in order to meet daily, weekly, project, or team related productivity goals. Understand and observe all safety procedures and practices in order to prevent injury to self or co-workers; attend periodic safety meetings as required; recommend changes to improve safety procedures. Other duties may be assigned. Qualifications and Skills Knowledge of company products sufficient to determine appropriate structural applications Strong attention to detail Knowledge of basic math and measurement skills Knowledge of drafting, architectural design or CAD applications Excellent verbal and written communication skills Previous knowledge on Engineered Wood Products (EWP) a plus Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Simpson Software preferred.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum 5 years of truss design experience • High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) and relevant work experience or education The aim of this statement is to describe the general duties, responsibilities and qualifications of person classified within this position. It should not be interpreted as a complete list of duties to be performed by individuals with this position/title. Further, it should not be interpreted as a complete list of all duties performed by individuals of this position/title on a daily basis. Don't wait… Apply today to join our industry leading team!

EEOE Pay:

Up to $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Experience:

Floor/Roof Truss Design:

5 years (Required)

Work Location:

In person