Mead Lumber · 1 day ago
Senior Truss Technician
Grand Island, NE
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expMead Lumber, through its subsidiary Truss Craft of Nebraska, is a leading provider of products for professional contractors and builders. The Senior Truss Technician will design residential and commercial floor and roof trusses using design software, ensuring compliance with building codes and collaborating with various teams to meet customer specifications.
Building MaterialHome ServicesInterior Design
Responsibilities
Review sketches, drawings, specifications, and other engineering data provided by design professionals
Evaluate the feasibility of design ideas based on safety, function, budget, and market characteristics
Research production specifications, provide cost estimates, and itemized production requirements
Modify and refine designs to conform to customer specifications or building plan changes
Ensure compliance with relevant building codes and standards
Generate truss layouts for final construction
Develop component documents for work orders to optimize cutting and assembly processes
Mentor and help train junior technicians, fostering a collaborative and learning environment
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the design team
Maintain consistent quality design work within the department
Collaborate with sales, customers, and engineering teams on technical inquiries and design presentations
Present designs and modifications to sales, customers, architects, and engineers
Communicate with immediate peers and peers in other departments for maintaining continuity of design philosophy and effectiveness of designs
Communicate with customers as needed to clarify the customer expectations
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 5 years of industry experience with a proven track record in truss design
Expertise in industry software applications (MikTek Software Suite)
High School diploma, GED, or Associates' Degree required
Proficient in Outlook, Excel, Work, and PowerPoint
Ability to analyze technical problems, determine root causes and develop remediation strategies for permanent resolutions
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to recommend changes to drive business objectives
Ability to assess situations to determine the importance, urgency, and risks, making clear decisions in the best interests of the organization
Ability to maintain confidentiality of proprietary information
Ability to effectively operate computer hardware and software
Skilled and proficient in design software
Knowledge of codes such as ASCE7 and TPI
Preferred
CAD and BIM experience preferred
SBCA Truss Technician Level 1 certification preferred
Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
100% Employer Paid Group Term Life, AD&D, and STD
Additional Voluntary Life, AD&D, and LTD
Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay
Flexible Spending Accounts
401(k) Plan
Scholarship & Tuition Assistance Programs
Employee Assistance Program
Company
Mead Lumber
Mead Lumber is a construction firm that offers building materials like interior doors and insulations, roofing and outdoor living products.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Dave Anderson
President & CEO
Bob Kitta CPA, CMA, CFM
Chief Financial Officer
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