Truss Designer

A Townsend Building Supply (a division of Carter Lumber) Truss Designer is responsible for designing plans for the production of roof and floor trusses. Ensures drawings are produced accurately and timely based off of blueprints provided by customers. Requires the knowledge of commonly used concepts and practices within the construction industry. A strong belief in the mission and goals of the company are necessary to this position.

Requirements to be Considered for this Position:

Knowledgeable in the basic aspects of construction

Previous experience using truss, engineered wood product or wall panel design software

High level of knowledge in the application of the products being designed

Competency in basic mathematics, geometry and trigonometry

Knowledgeable in reading architectural and structural plans

Ability to analyze, trouble shoot and problem solve

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Outlook

This position is onsite at our Dothan, AL location.

Remote work options available.

Responsibilities of the Position:

Designing

Creates design illustrations based from blueprints to produce working drawings for fabrication.

Completes and finalizes designs for production and assembly.

Evaluates designs to ensure that design standards are being met.

Analyzes and Troubleshoots

Reviews and analyzes specifications, blueprints, engineered drawings and related designs to determine factors affecting design of the wall, truss and engineered wood components.

Support

Communicates with production teams, customers and Store Managers to ensure designs are accurate throughout the process. Assists stores in responding to questions/concerns from customers.

Benefits (full-time employees)

Health, Dental, Vision (Single and Family Plans) available after 30 days of employment

Short and Long-Term Disability

Company-paid life insurance and AD&D

Optional supplemental life insurance

Company-match 401(k)

Vacation time and paid holidays

Vendor incentives

Room for growth; we promote from within!

Military encouraged to apply!