What are the responsibilities and job description for the Truss Builder 1 position at 311 Heibar Installation Inc.?
Clayton Homes, a Berkshire Hathaway company and the nation's leading housing provider, is a vertically integrated housing company that builds, sells, and insures affordable housing. Our commitment to creating a World Class Customer Experience is unparalleled in the housing industry and we believe it begins with a World Class Team Member Experience. From entry-level to more experienced positions, we're actively recruiting individuals who are passionate, positive, and eager to learn. We then equip you for success, whether you're in the office, in the field, or on the floor. As a member of our team you'll enjoy excellent benefits, opportunities for growth, and an encouraging culture that supports work / life balance.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities
Stacking and Banding
Certified by instructor to safely operate a forklift
Stacks roof truss packages according to size and job number
Bands roof truss packages for transport to the jobsite
Inspects trusses for any damage or missing plates
Reads the production sheet to verify lot number and quantity is correct and tags are correct for load
Safely loads and uses a nail & staple gun
Reads and understands plans on how to build 2-ply, 3-ply & 4-ply trusses
Understands and safely uses the finish press on all jack trusses
Operates the hydraulic stacker. Sorts and stacks per side, by job
Reads and understands production plans on sheathing gables for up, down, full gable, partial gable
Able to distinguish between nail patterns on girders and gables. Looks ahead on what is being built and stack trusses in yard accordingly without slowing down the truss builders
Safely operates a forklift to unload the stacker of trusses up to 60’ in length
Pulling Plates
Reads plate count on plans
Pulls correct plates for trusses
Understands and identifies the different sizes and gauges of plates
Understands the proper procedure for substitution of plates
Documents all plate changes
Keeps plate area organized, clean and stocked
Plating Trusses
Position requires the use of a hammer and belt holder
Where and when to use the suspended staple guns
Read and understand plans for proper placement of plates
Know how to securely fasten plates to truss joints
Safely operate gantry and truss lifters to move truss to finish press line
Clean up as required for the work area
Cart Component Stacking
Understands truss component markings
Stacks truss component in correct place and on the correct cart
Checks carts for missing components by comparing to component list
Accurately makes truss tags for carts
Labels truss components per cut sheets
Moves carts to staging area in preparation for assembly
Equipment Cleanup
Cleans saw as per Sawyer II instructions
Keeps work area clean, organized and all material flat stacked
Makes sure all empty carts are properly staged as directed
Cleanup as required for work area
On-Time Performance Present at workstation wearing personal protection equipment and ready to work at starting time
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
- Can accurately read and understand a tape measure down to a 16th of an inch
- Knowledge of common building materials used in residential, multi-family and commercial construction
- Knowledge of component manufacturing process used in residential, multi-family and commercial construction
- Attention to detail, takes pride in quality of work
- Efficient and able to complete assignments within a given deadline
- Strong verbal communication skills
- Communicates effectively with team members
Benefits & Perks
• Comprehensive benefits package includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA accounts, 401K, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and EAP
• Time Off benefits include: Vacation, Sick, Holiday, Bereavement, Jury Duty, FMLA, refresh, floating holidays and parental leave
• Flexible work from home options (depending on position)
• Home purchase discount
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness program
Compensation: $21.06 - $29.17 per hour depending on experience
Business Unit - B00018
Clayton SupplySalary : $21 - $29