Job Description
Ignite your career at Builders FirstSource, America’s largest supplier of building materials, value-added components and building services to the professional market
The #1 name in our industry, we help make the dream of home ownership more achievable every day
At BFS, you’ll be equipped with all the tools, training, and resources you need, and you’ll be empowered to try new things, gain new experiences, and build a career with unlimited horizons
Associate in this position is actively developing the skills and competencies required for the Component Technician/Truss Designer job function
The trainee is expected to complete all phases of the required 16-week intensive training program which consists of online training, classroom training, and hands-on experience
Under the supervision of a design manager, completes all phases of the Truss Designer training program
In partnership with more senior designers, prepares basic roof and/or floor truss designs by reading and interpreting blueprints and conferring with sales and/or customers regarding general details of the job requirement
Computes plan dimensions and enters design parameters and layouts per plan into specialized designing software
Review plans with experienced designers to ensure they are accurate and conform to standards
Produce truss placement layouts for final construction
Provide job site support, with the aid of sales associates or senior designers, when requested
Learn pricing methods and draft bid proposals
Prepare for and take a series of tests required for certification
Upon completion of the 16-week training, DIT is expected to be able to design an accurate, simple one-story structure
Associates degree in a directly related field or equivalent field experience in Construction or Design shops
Prior shop experience and/or construction knowledge strongly preferred
Framing experience is a plus
At BFS, we want you and your career to be greater than what you ever could have expected
Our supportive, people -first culture will build you up and empower you to do more, be more, and become better every day
Join us and see what’s possible when you can rise to new challenges, learn new skills, and add to your career tool belt every day
At Builders FirstSource, we offer competitive, affordable benefits designed to make life better for you and the people you love
Our goal is simple — provide great plans that help you and your family to live happier, healthier and more secure lives
To view all our benefit offerings click here www.bldrbenefits.com
Builders FirstSource is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability
In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Builders FirstSource, please call (214) 765-3990 or email: [email protected]
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