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Hayward Lumber

Associate Truss Designer

Santa Maria, CA · On-site

$23 - $25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Truss Production Manager About the Company: For 100 years and four generations of Hayward family leadership, Hayward Lumber has been committed to meeting and exceeding the needs of builders. Beyond ...

Hayward Lumber

Associate Truss Designer

Santa Maria, CA · On-site

$23 - $25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Truss Production Manager About the Company: For 100 years and four generations of Hayward family leadership, Hayward Lumber has been committed to meeting and exceeding the needs of builders. Beyond ...

Hayward Lumber

Associate Truss Designer

Santa Maria, CA

$23 - $25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Truss Production Manager About the Company: For 100 years and four generations of Hayward family leadership, Hayward Lumber has been committed to meeting and exceeding the needs of builders. Beyond ...

Hayward Lumber

Outside Sales Truss Designer

Santa Maria, CA

$50K - $150K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Truss Production Manager About the Company: For 100 years and four generations of Hayward family leadership, Hayward Lumber has been committed to meeting and exceeding the needs of builders. Beyond ...

Hayward Lumber

Outside Sales Truss Designer

Santa Maria, CA · On-site

$50K - $150K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Truss Production Manager About the Company: For 100 years and four generations of Hayward family leadership, Hayward Lumber has been committed to meeting and exceeding the needs of builders. Beyond ...

Hayward Lumber

Outside Sales Truss Designer

Santa Maria, CA · On-site

$50K - $150K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Truss Production Manager About the Company: For 100 years and four generations of Hayward family leadership, Hayward Lumber has been committed to meeting and exceeding the needs of builders. Beyond ...

MiTek USA Inc

Design Engineer I

Roseville, CA · On-site

$84K - $90K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Design truss components based on specified parameters from customers and use their knowledge of ... Follow instructions, responds to management directions * Readily volunteers. Undertake self ...

MiTek, Inc.

Design Engineer I

Roseville, CA · On-site

$84K - $90K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Design truss components based on specified parameters from customers and use their knowledge of ... Follow instructions, responds to management directions * Readily volunteers. Undertake self ...

Encore

Event Rigger - Westin Bonaventure

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$25.75 - $33.50/hr

... truss, connect/run and dress motor cables, run cable picks, ensure safety of scenic elements to ... Project Management • Secure and review advanced rigging plan and execute through Rigging ...

Gulfeagle Supply

Yard Personnel/Forklift Operator

Venice, CA · On-site

$19 - $22.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... truss yard. This position will usually use a forklift to help accomplish these tasks. Help ... management Must be a U.S. citizen or be authorized to work in the U.S. All new hires must complete ...

Baseten

Product Manager, Developer Experience

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$130 - $160/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... truss, and the increasingly agent‑driven ways developers build. Your job is to make Baseten ... manager, or as a product‑minded engineer. * Genuine taste for developer experience across both ...

Baseten

Product Manager, Developer Experience

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$165K - $330K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... truss, and the increasingly agent-driven ways developers build. Your job is to make Baseten ... manager, or as a product-minded engineer. * Genuine taste for developer experience across both ...

Baseten

Product Manager, Developer Experience

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$160 - $240/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... truss, and the increasingly agent-driven ways developers build. Your job is to make Baseten ... manager, or as a product-minded engineer. * Genuine taste for developer experience across both ...

Erickson Companies

FIELD FOREMAN

Roseville, CA · On-site

$28 - $40/hr

Work at elevations and standing within stabilized trusses on top of walls to install truss ... management during construction processAssisting Safety Department and Superintendents in the ...

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As of Aug 19, 2026, the average weekly pay for truss manager in California is $1,502.67, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,251.92 and $1,669.23 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a truss manager?

A Truss Manager oversees the design, production, and delivery of truss systems, ensuring quality, efficiency, and safety. They manage teams, coordinate with clients and contractors, and ensure compliance with building codes and industry standards. This role requires strong leadership, problem-solving skills, and knowledge of truss manufacturing processes.

What does a truss manager do?

As a Truss Manager, your day typically involves overseeing the production schedule, managing a team of designers and assemblers, reviewing project specifications, and coordinating with sales, engineering, and client contacts to ensure each truss meets necessary codes and requirements. You'll also be responsible for quality control checks, resolving technical challenges, and maintaining safety standards on the manufacturing floor or job-site. The role often requires balancing multiple projects simultaneously and adapting to shifting deadlines. This dynamic environment means you are constantly collaborating, problem-solving, and ensuring both productivity and customer satisfaction.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a truss manager?

To thrive as a Truss Manager, you need expertise in structural design principles, project management, and construction materials, often supported by relevant industry experience or a degree in construction management or engineering. Familiarity with CAD software, truss-design programs (such as Mitek or Alpine), and safety standards is essential, and certifications in project management or OSHA compliance may be advantageous. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and effective communication skills are crucial for managing teams and coordinating with clients, engineers, and on-site crews. These skills and qualifications are important to ensure quality, safety, timely delivery, and efficient operations within truss manufacturing or installation projects.

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Associate Truss Designer

Hayward Lumber

Santa Maria, CA • On-site

$23 - $25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 3 days ago

Job description

Title: Associate Truss Designer
Classification: Hourly
Pay Range: $23-$25
Location: Santa Maria, CA
Reports To: Truss Production Manager
About the Company:
For 100 years and four generations of Hayward family leadership, Hayward Lumber has been committed to meeting and exceeding the needs of builders. Beyond full-service lumberyards, we offer window, door and cabinet design centers, pro-oriented hardware stores, and innovative building solutions designed to save time and money. Hayward Lumber is a family-oriented company that treats every employee as such. Our average tenure companywide is over 10 years and we pride ourselves in creating an environment in which you can learn, grow, and prosper. Hayward Lumber provides a competitive compensation structure, as well as a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K, and paid time off including vacation, holiday, and sick leave. Learn more at www.haywardlumber.com
Mission:
Hayward will be the most dependable supplier of products, services and solutions to the construction market, as it has been since 1919.
Position Summary:

The Associate Truss Designer plays a key support role within our Design & Estimating team by assisting in the preparation of accurate and optimized layouts for residential roof and floor truss systems. This entry-level position is ideal for a detail-oriented individual with strong technical skills, an interest in structural design, and a collaborative mindset. Working closely with Lead Designers, Estimators, and Production teams, the Associate Truss Designer helps ensure each project is accurately designed, efficiently produced, and exceeds customer expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support Lead Designers by creating layouts and preliminary designs for residential roof and floor truss systems using specialized design software.
  • Interpret architectural plans, construction drawings, and specifications to ensure design accuracy and code compliance.
  • Communicate proactively with Designers, Estimators, and external stakeholders to clarify project requirements, resolve discrepancies, and confirm changes.
  • Generate material lists and pricing estimates once truss systems are engineered, ensuring timely and accurate customer proposals.
  • Assist in reviewing completed designs prior to release to production, verifying accuracy and completeness of design and material takeoffs.
  • Maintain well-organized records of production drawings and project files for future reference and quality control.
  • Coordinate with the Production Manager to improve manufacturing standards and ensure buildable, cost-effective designs.
  • Alert the Production Manager and Lumber Buyer to projects requiring special materials or large-volume orders.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve design-related issues by identifying root causes and recommending effective solutions.
  • Provide occasional job-site support or customer consultation as needed.
  • Demonstrate professionalism in all internal and external communications; maintain high standards of customer service, accuracy, and responsiveness.
  • Utilize CAD and component engineering software daily; must be comfortable working on-screen for extended periods.

Requirements

  • Experience with CAD or structural design software preferred.
  • Previous experience in truss design, drafting, or construction is a plus.
  • Strong math, computer, and organizational skills required.
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints and construction documents.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and eager to learn.

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life insurance
  • 401K
  • Paid time off including vacation, holiday, and sick leave.
  • No weekends