Detailing Trainee

Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times. We are a drug-free workplace and conduct drug testing.

Nucor Rebar Fabrication

We are North America's leading fabricator, installer and distributor of concrete reinforcing steel and related products. Teammates are the key to our success and every teammate can and does make a difference. We prioritize safety in everything we do.

A career at Nucor Rebar Fabrication means stability, being heard and respected, and opportunity for personal and professional growth. Nucor, our parent company, is a Fortune 100 company recently named Fortune's best workplace in Manufacturing and Production. Nucor is committed to being good stewards of the environment and is constantly striving to find new and innovative ways to decrease our carbon footprint.

Job Summary

The Detailing Trainee will support our branch in Lexington, NC by detailing simple projects with a mentor's supervision. The role requires providing concise, accurate, and complete descriptions of all reinforcing steel and related products for fabrication, delivery, installation, and invoicing in the most efficient manner possible.

Responsibilities

• Develop working knowledge of AutoCAD and the basics of Nucor Rebar Fabrication's detailing system (RebarCAD).
• Develop basic knowledge of reinforcing bar industry including reference material (i.e., CRSI and ACI).
• Detail simple projects with little or no assistance (i.e., simple foundations, walls, footings, piers, slabs, stairs, retaining walls and other products as required).
• Submit placing drawings for approval and ensure conformance to the Branch quality assurance and the placer/shop requirements.
• Process change orders to maximize all possible returns for the Branch.
• Maintain all deliveries for fabrication.
• Communicate with customer, placer and Architect/Engineer on all questions relating to project; submit Requests for Information (RFI) as required.
• Work with Detailing Manager to ensure that all specialty items are pre-ordered to maintain construction schedules.
• Follow one or more projects from estimate through detailing and fabrication to installation at the job site.
• Under the direction of management, be involved in all construction conflicts/disputes (whether contractor, placer, detailer, or shop), and help with a resolution that is a time and cost-effective solution.
• Participate in weekly meetings to discuss safety, innovative ideas, workloads, availability, issues and problems of the week for all to learn and share.

Qualifications

To be considered for this position, you must have:

• Vocational certificate (or are currently enrolled) in CAD design/drafting OR related degree issued from an accredited school or college.
• At least six months experience using AutoCAD and Windows based software.
• Able to read architectural/engineering blueprints.

In addition, preferred qualifications include:

• Two-year technical degree from an accredited school or college.
• Construction and concrete related knowledge and experience.
• BASIC knowledge of civil technology.
• Ability to work as a team member on projects with an aptitude for problem solving.
• Organized and detail oriented.
• Able to manage time effectively and prioritize responsibilities.
• Effective communication skills.