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Associate Truss Designer
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Associate Truss Designer
Clarksville, IN or Florence, KY • Full-Time • On-Site • Relocation Assistance Available
ABOUTOURCLIENT Our client is a privately owned truss manufacturer headquartered in Clarksville, Indiana, with three fully integrated divisions: design, manufacturing, and trucking. They design, build, and deliver truss systems to high-volume wholesale lumber partners including 84 Lumber, Lowe's, and Home Depot within a 150-mile radius. Founded by three lifelong friends with deep roots in the building trades, this company operates on a foundation of excellence, self-discipline, and genuine care for its people. With 46 permanent employees, exceptionally low turnover, and a culture anchored in The Company Way Excellence, Purpose, and Team this is a company where people build long careers, not just trusses.
POSITION SUMMARY The Associate Truss Designer is an entry-level opportunity built for someone who is eager to learn, coachable, and excited to build a real career in truss design. You will develop foundational technical skills under the direct mentorship of Senior Designers learning design software, construction principles, client communication, and company culture from the ground up. This is not a dead-end role: our client is committed to growing Associate Designers into Senior Designers, and the career path is clear, supported, and rewarding.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Learn and apply fundamental truss design principles under the guidance of Senior Designers • Develop proficiency in truss design software full training provided • Readandinterpret construction drawings, blueprints, and building plans • Assist in preparing layouts, quotes, and design packages • Perform field measurements as required • Support production by ensuring designs are clear, accurate, and buildable • Maintain accurate, organized, and thorough documentation of all work • Communicate clearly and professionally with internal teams including production and delivery
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR • No prior truss design experience required our client will train the right person • Strong desire to learn and grow in a technical, hands-on environment • Mathaptitude: geometry, trigonometry, fractions, and proportions • Ability to read construction documents or blueprints (or eager willingness to learn) • Excellent communication skills you will interact with drivers, builders, and teammates regularly • Self-disciplined, detail-oriented, and dependable • Familiarity with AutoCAD or drafting software is a plus, not a requirement • 2-year degree in Architecture, Drafting, CAD, or related field a plus equivalent drive and aptitude welcomed
CAREER GROWTH Associate Designers with our client are expected to grow into the Senior Designer role within approximately five years. Progression is based on technical development, consistent application of company standards, communication skills, and the ability to handle increasingly complex design work. Senior Designers with our client have meaningful earning potential including a performance-based bonus program for top performers.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS • Field measuring at job sites as needed • Climbing as required • Ability to work comfortably in a manufacturing environment LOCATION This role can be based out of our client's headquarters in Clarksville, Indiana or its Florence, Kentucky office opening up candidates from the greater Cincinnati, OH metro area as well.
COMPENSATION &BENEFITS • BaseSalary: Commensurate with experience • Profit Sharing: Yes • 401(k): Yes • Health / Dental / Vision: Yes • HSA: Available • PTO: 2weeks,accrues from Day 1 • Relocation Assistance: Available for qualified candidates • Schedule: Full Time, Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM • FLSAStatus: Exempt / Salaried
Clarksville, IN or Florence, KY • Full-Time • On-Site • Relocation Assistance Available
ABOUTOURCLIENT Our client is a privately owned truss manufacturer headquartered in Clarksville, Indiana, with three fully integrated divisions: design, manufacturing, and trucking. They design, build, and deliver truss systems to high-volume wholesale lumber partners including 84 Lumber, Lowe's, and Home Depot within a 150-mile radius. Founded by three lifelong friends with deep roots in the building trades, this company operates on a foundation of excellence, self-discipline, and genuine care for its people. With 46 permanent employees, exceptionally low turnover, and a culture anchored in The Company Way Excellence, Purpose, and Team this is a company where people build long careers, not just trusses.
POSITION SUMMARY The Associate Truss Designer is an entry-level opportunity built for someone who is eager to learn, coachable, and excited to build a real career in truss design. You will develop foundational technical skills under the direct mentorship of Senior Designers learning design software, construction principles, client communication, and company culture from the ground up. This is not a dead-end role: our client is committed to growing Associate Designers into Senior Designers, and the career path is clear, supported, and rewarding.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Learn and apply fundamental truss design principles under the guidance of Senior Designers • Develop proficiency in truss design software full training provided • Readandinterpret construction drawings, blueprints, and building plans • Assist in preparing layouts, quotes, and design packages • Perform field measurements as required • Support production by ensuring designs are clear, accurate, and buildable • Maintain accurate, organized, and thorough documentation of all work • Communicate clearly and professionally with internal teams including production and delivery
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR • No prior truss design experience required our client will train the right person • Strong desire to learn and grow in a technical, hands-on environment • Mathaptitude: geometry, trigonometry, fractions, and proportions • Ability to read construction documents or blueprints (or eager willingness to learn) • Excellent communication skills you will interact with drivers, builders, and teammates regularly • Self-disciplined, detail-oriented, and dependable • Familiarity with AutoCAD or drafting software is a plus, not a requirement • 2-year degree in Architecture, Drafting, CAD, or related field a plus equivalent drive and aptitude welcomed
CAREER GROWTH Associate Designers with our client are expected to grow into the Senior Designer role within approximately five years. Progression is based on technical development, consistent application of company standards, communication skills, and the ability to handle increasingly complex design work. Senior Designers with our client have meaningful earning potential including a performance-based bonus program for top performers.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS • Field measuring at job sites as needed • Climbing as required • Ability to work comfortably in a manufacturing environment LOCATION This role can be based out of our client's headquarters in Clarksville, Indiana or its Florence, Kentucky office opening up candidates from the greater Cincinnati, OH metro area as well.
COMPENSATION &BENEFITS • BaseSalary: Commensurate with experience • Profit Sharing: Yes • 401(k): Yes • Health / Dental / Vision: Yes • HSA: Available • PTO: 2weeks,accrues from Day 1 • Relocation Assistance: Available for qualified candidates • Schedule: Full Time, Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM • FLSAStatus: Exempt / Salaried
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