De Pere, WI · On-site
PURPOSE This individual is responsible for creating truss designs and drawings prepared directly ... Develop and complete design details from original concept drawings and prepare layouts. * Draws ...
De Pere, WI · On-site
PURPOSE This individual is responsible for creating truss designs and drawings prepared directly ... Develop and complete design details from original concept drawings and prepare layouts. * Draws ...
PURPOSE This individual is responsible for creating truss designs and drawings prepared directly ... Develop and complete design details from original concept drawings and prepare layouts. * Draws ...
PURPOSE This individual is responsible for creating truss designs and drawings prepared directly ... Develop and complete design details from original concept drawings and prepare layouts. * Draws ...
Wausau, WI · On-site
Roof / Floor and Truss framing design and placement diagrams * Create additional production and assembly documents, such as wall panel and truss elevations, bottom plate views, rake assembly list ...
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Wausau, WI · On-site
Roof / Floor and Truss framing design and placement diagrams * Create additional production and assembly documents, such as wall panel and truss elevations, bottom plate views, rake assembly list ...
Wausau, WI · On-site
Roof / Floor and Truss framing design and placement diagrams * Create additional production and assembly documents, such as wall panel and truss elevations, bottom plate views, rake assembly list ...
Quick apply
Wausau, WI · On-site
Roof / Floor and Truss framing design and placement diagrams * Create additional production and assembly documents, such as wall panel and truss elevations, bottom plate views, rake assembly list ...
Proficiency with estimating or design software (e.g., PlanSwift, iStruct, or similar tools) * Familiarity with engineered wood products, truss systems, and residential framing practices * Knowledge ...
Proficiency with estimating or design software (e.g., PlanSwift, iStruct, or similar tools) * Familiarity with engineered wood products, truss systems, and residential framing practices * Knowledge ...
Marshfield, WI · On-site
$24 - $36/hr
Prepares roof truss and truss joist floor layouts. * Performs job site inspections. * Produces materials list. * Determines special notes to append contracts. * Resolves architectural and design ...
Marshfield, WI · On-site
$24 - $36/hr
Prepares roof truss and truss joist floor layouts. * Performs job site inspections. * Produces materials list. * Determines special notes to append contracts. * Resolves architectural and design ...
Proficiency with estimating or design software (e.g., PlanSwift, iStruct, or similar tools) * Familiarity with engineered wood products, truss systems, and residential framing practices * Knowledge ...
Proficiency with estimating or design software (e.g., PlanSwift, iStruct, or similar tools) * Familiarity with engineered wood products, truss systems, and residential framing practices * Knowledge ...
By ensuring every builder's project is locked down with our design, truss, and interior specialties, you serve as the critical final check that keeps local builders on schedule with products they are ...
By ensuring every builder's project is locked down with our design, truss, and interior specialties, you serve as the critical final check that keeps local builders on schedule with products they are ...
By ensuring every builder's project is locked down with our design, truss, and interior specialties, you serve as the critical final check that keeps local builders on schedule with products they are ...
By ensuring every builder's project is locked down with our design, truss, and interior specialties, you serve as the critical final check that keeps local builders on schedule with products they are ...
By ensuring every builder's project is locked down with our design, truss, and interior specialties, you serve as the critical final check that keeps local builders on schedule with products they are ...
By ensuring every builder's project is locked down with our design, truss, and interior specialties, you serve as the critical final check that keeps local builders on schedule with products they are ...
By ensuring every builder's project is locked down with our design, truss, and interior specialties, you serve as the critical final check that keeps local builders on schedule with products they are ...
By ensuring every builder's project is locked down with our design, truss, and interior specialties, you serve as the critical final check that keeps local builders on schedule with products they are ...
Kiel, WI · On-site
By ensuring every builder's project is locked down with our design, truss, and interior specialties, you serve as the critical final check that keeps local builders on schedule with products they are ...
Kiel, WI · On-site
By ensuring every builder's project is locked down with our design, truss, and interior specialties, you serve as the critical final check that keeps local builders on schedule with products they are ...
By ensuring every builder's project is locked down with our design, truss, and interior specialties, you serve as the critical final check that keeps local builders on schedule with products they are ...
By ensuring every builder's project is locked down with our design, truss, and interior specialties, you serve as the critical final check that keeps local builders on schedule with products they are ...
Kiel, WI · On-site
By ensuring every builder's project is locked down with our design, truss, and interior specialties, you serve as the critical final check that keeps local builders on schedule with products they are ...
Kiel, WI · On-site
By ensuring every builder's project is locked down with our design, truss, and interior specialties, you serve as the critical final check that keeps local builders on schedule with products they are ...
A Truss Design job involves creating structural frameworks used in roofs, floors, and bridges. Designers use specialized software to develop truss layouts, ensuring they meet engineering standards and load requirements. They collaborate with engineers, architects, and manufacturers to optimize materials and costs. This role requires knowledge of building codes, structural principles, and computer-aided design (CAD) tools.
As a Truss Designer, your daily tasks will often include analyzing architectural plans and structural requirements to create detailed truss layouts using specialized CAD software. You’ll collaborate with engineers, architects, and builders to ensure your designs meet local building codes and project specifications. Reviewing calculations, preparing material lists, and occasionally visiting job sites to address design issues or support manufacturing processes are also common parts of the role. This fast-paced environment requires strong organizational skills and the ability to communicate technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
To thrive in Truss Design, you need a solid background in structural engineering principles, proficiency in mathematics, and experience with computer-aided design (CAD) software, usually backed by a relevant engineering or architectural degree. Familiarity with industry-standard truss design programs like MiTek or Alpine, as well as knowledge of building codes and safety regulations, are highly valuable. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication with clients, contractors, and manufacturing teams set top performers apart. These abilities are crucial for producing safe, efficient, and code-compliant truss solutions that meet client specifications and project deadlines.
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Builders FirstSource is the nation’s largest supplier of structural building products, value-added components and services to the professional market for new residential construction and repair and remodeling. Our focus is on providing unparalleled service to both large and small customers. Through investments in innovation and an unmatched portfolio of value-added products and manufacturing capabilities, we’re revolutionizing the homebuilding industry – outperforming today and transforming tomorrow.
Construction materials wholesalers
10,000+ Employees
Dallas, TX, US
1998
