Roof Truss Builder

Spherion State College is working to fill a 1st Shift, Roof Truss Builder position in Beech Creek, PA. The pay rate is $17.00 HOURLY. This is a Temp to Hire opportunity.

Description:

We are seeking a dependable, hands-on Truss Builder to join our production floor team. In this role, you will assemble wooden roof trusses by precisely positioning lumber and securing metal connector plates according to shop drawings and design specifications.

If you thrive working in a dynamic environment, love working with your hands, and enjoy the outdoors, this is the perfect career opportunity for you.

What you'll do:

• Read and interpret tape measurements accurately to ensure precise cuts and proper assembly of materials.
• Support general labor duties such as moving materials, staging components, and maintaining a clean and organized work area.
• Follow all safety procedures and use tools and equipment properly to maintain a safe work environment.
• Read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, and layout sheets to assemble components accurately.
• Safely use hand and power tools, including nail guns, saws, hammers, and heavy presses.
• Verify all angles, measurements, and connector plates meet exact engineering specifications and structural codes.
• Move, stack, and load lumber and finished trusses using forklifts or manual lifting.

Education: High School

• High School or GED

Experience: 6 months

Physical:

• Moderate Lifting (up to 50 lbs)
• Standing / Walking
• Repetitive Motion
• Bending / Stooping / Kneeling
• Pushing / Pulling
• Hot Environments
• Cold Environments

Skills:

• Must possess the ability to quickly and accurately read a standard tape measure down to 1/16" increments., Basic math proficiency, specifically adding and subtracting fractions.