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Lumber Specialties

Truss Assembler

Dyersville, IA · On-site

$22.30/hr

Will also band/stack finished products. Pay Rate: 1st Shift - $20.30/hour and 3rd Shift - $22.30/hour What you will do * Lay out truss supplies and materials on carts or floor and stock plates for ...

US LBM Service Co

Truss Assembler

Schenectady, NY

$17 - $19/hr

Will also band/stack finished products. Pay Rate: $17.00-$19.00/hr. What you will do * Lay out truss supplies and materials on carts or floor and stock plates for component set-up. * Assemble ...

US LBM Service Co

Truss Assembler

Telford, PA · On-site

$15.25 - $19.75/hr

Will also band/stack finished products. What you will do * Lay out truss supplies and materials on carts or floor and stock plates for component set-up. * Assemble components under the direction of ...

PRT Staffing

Truss Builder

Groveland, FL

$14 - $17/hr

Truss Assembly Why Work for PRT Staffing? * Weekly pay * Steady, consistent work * Local support ... This role may also assist with pulling plates, stacking and banding finished products, marking ...

Lumber Specialties

Truss Assembler I

Osceola, IA

$14.50 - $18.75/hr

Will also band/stack finished products. What you will do * Lay out truss supplies and materials on carts or floor and stock plates for component set-up. ∙ Assemble components under the direction of ...

UCP-Personnel Services

Truss Builder

Saint George, UT

$17/hr

TRUSS BUILDERTruss Builder - St. George Regional Team Starting Pay: $17.00 / hour Are you built ... Stage, stack, and secure completed trusses for transport while keeping a clean and organized work ...

Mead Lumber

Truss Assembler

Sioux Falls, SD · On-site

$20 - $36/hr

The Truss Assembler is a team member that performs manual roof and floor truss and wall panel ... Stack and bundle all trusses; * Verify all orders are correctly marked. * Move finished products to ...

Mead Lumber

Truss Assembler

Sioux Falls, SD

$20 - $36/hr

The Truss Assembler works as part of a production team to construct roof trusses, floor trusses ... Stack and bundle all trusses; * Verify all orders are correctly marked. * Move finished products to ...

ASRC

Truss Builder

Wasilla, AK

$15.75 - $19/hr

JOB SUMMARY The Truss Builder is a member of the truss manufacturing crew with the responsibility ... Stack and prepare trusses for banding. * Move material from the component staging location using a ...

Mead Lumber

Truss Assembler

Sioux Falls, SD · On-site

$15 - $19.25/hr

The Truss Assembler works as part of a production team to construct roof trusses, floor trusses ... Stack and bundle all trusses; * Verify all orders are correctly marked. * Move finished products to ...

Arctic Slope Regional Corporation

Truss Builder

Wasilla, AK · On-site

$15.75 - $19/hr

JOB SUMMARY The Truss Builder is a member of the truss manufacturing crew with the responsibility ... Stack and prepare trusses for banding. * Move material from the component staging location using a ...

Manpower

Truss Assembler

Washington, IA · On-site

$14/hr

As a Truss Assembler, you will be an essential part of the production department supporting the ... Stack finished products for shipment or storage * Use hand tools such as hammers and read ...

NexGen Steel

Warehouse Stacker

Pearl River, LA · On-site

$16/hr

Stack prefabricated steel parts in sequence according to wall or truss assembly requirements. * Align, balance, and secure parts safely for transport or storage. * Apply banding or protective ...

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How much do truss stacker jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for truss stacker in the United States is $15.97, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $16.83 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by truss stackers, and how can they be managed effectively?

Truss stackers often work in fast-paced environments where attention to safety and precision is critical. Common challenges include handling heavy and awkwardly-shaped materials, maintaining efficiency during peak production times, and staying vigilant to prevent workplace injuries. Effective management includes following proper lifting techniques, using safety equipment, and communicating clearly with team members to coordinate stacking and movement of trusses. Regular training and adherence to safety protocols also help ensure a smooth workflow and reduce the risk of accidents.

What is the difference between Truss Stacker vs Framing Carpenter?

AspectTruss StackerFraming Carpenter
CertificationsOSHA safety training, forklift operationOSHA safety training, carpentry certifications
Work EnvironmentManufacturing plants, construction sitesConstruction sites, residential and commercial buildings
Job DutiesAssembling and stacking roof trusses, operating machineryBuilding frameworks, installing structures

While both roles are involved in construction, a Truss Stacker primarily focuses on assembling and stacking roof trusses in manufacturing or construction settings, often operating machinery. In contrast, a Framing Carpenter works directly on building frameworks and structures on-site. Both roles require safety training and share some certifications, but their work environments and specific duties differ significantly.

What is a truss stacker?

Truss Stackers are workers responsible for organizing and stacking wooden or metal trusses after they have been manufactured, typically in a truss plant or construction site. Their main job is to ensure that trusses are safely moved, stacked, and secured for storage or transportation. Truss Stackers often use equipment like forklifts, cranes, or hand tools and must follow safety protocols to prevent accidents. Physical strength and attention to detail are important qualities for this role. This position plays a key part in maintaining efficiency and safety in the truss production process.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a truss stacker, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Truss Stacker, you need physical strength, basic math skills, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with material handling equipment, safety protocols, and sometimes forklift certification are typically required. Attention to detail, teamwork, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for this position. These skills ensure safe, efficient handling of large materials and smooth workflow in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
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Truss Assembler

Lumber Specialties

Dyersville, IA • On-site

$22.30/hr

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

Founded in 1983, Lumber Specialties operates multiple facilities in Dyersville, Story City, Osceola, Iowa and Kirkland, Illinois that total more than 100,000 square feet of manufacturing space on 64 acres. Lumber Specialties produces roof and floor trusses, wall panels as well as providing engineered wood products, steel beams and laminated columns to customers throughout the Midwest. Lumber Specialties is a division of US LBM, one of the country’s leading distributors of specialty building materials.

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A Brief Overview
The Truss Assembler I is responsible for assembling truss components. This position will stock lumber, plates and other work-related materials and supplies. Will also band/stack finished products.

Pay Rate: 1st Shift - $20.30/hour and 3rd Shift - $22.30/hour


What you will do

  • Lay out truss supplies and materials on carts or floor and stock plates for component set-up.

  • Assemble components under the direction of the line leaders.

  • Load and band finished materials on carts/pallets inside and/or outside.

  • Receive incoming products, commodities, and materials.

  • Read shop drawings to identify plate sizes, plate gauges, girder truss nailing and bolt patterns.

  • Read shop drawings to understand stacking order when required.

  • Monitor production workflow process assisting other areas as needed.

  • Operate all equipment necessary to the assembly process.

  • Adhere to established safety rules and regulations and follows all safety procedures; maintain a safe environment.

  • Comply with Company’s attendance policy by maintaining regular and predictable attendance.

  • Assist in maintaining an organized work environment which may include emptying trash receptacles and keeping all bays/staging areas clean and organized.

  • Provide excellent customer service and participate in a positive work environment.

  • Monitor inventory as required by location management.

  • Retain an awareness of the work environment critical to the task at hand to produce error free and damage free results.


Required For All Jobs

  • Perform other duties as assigned.

  • Comply with all policies and standards.

  • Adhere to Company’s commitment to workplace safety.

  • Participate in and complete assigned trainings.


Education Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent work experience required.


Experience Qualifications

  • Prior carpentry experience preferred.


Skills and Abilities

  • Must be able to read a tape measure and use a hammer.

  • Ability to learn to operate equipment such as routers, saws, presses, and staple guns.

Additional Potential Opportunities based on experience:

Truss Assembler II

Truss Assembler III

Truss Assembly Lead

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Lumber Specialties, a Division of US LBM Holdings, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, order of protection status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.