Designer

US LBM Holdings • East Haven, CT

310d • $35 - $38

About The Position

The Designer Hourly uses computer or technical tools to prepare detailed presentation of building material requirements and or systems for assigned project or related segment. This position may design and complete layouts of residential roof and floor systems for pricing and manufacturing. Pay Rate: $35.00 - $38.00 per hour, depending on experience.

Requirements

• High School or GED required.
• 1 year of drafting experience in a construction or building materials-related industry required.
• Truss design experience required.
• Associate's Degree in civil, architectural or design related field may be required.
• Bachelor's Degree preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Proficient technical writing skills.
• Excellent salesmanship and communication skills.
• Ability to read technical drawings.
• PC Literate with Microsoft Office products, AUTO CAD, and other design programs.

Responsibilities

• Designs residential roof and floor systems and produces layouts.
• Discusses changes and corrections with engineers, architects and contractors prior to and during construction.
• Presents, sells and follows-up on new jobs.
• Prepares roof truss and truss joist floor layouts.
• Performs job site inspections.
• Produces materials list.
• Determines special notes to append contracts.
• Resolves architectural and design discrepancies.
• Assists in the shipping department.
• Complies with Company's attendance policy by maintaining regular and predictable attendance.
• Performs other duties as necessary.
• Read and understand blueprints and detailed technical drawings.
• Use computer or other technical equipment to provide a technically accurate layout (takeoff) of customer order.
• Adhere to local building codes and material constraints when developing material list and design layout.
• Produce final copies for contractor use for bathrooms, kitchens, decks, patios and others as assigned.
• Assist customers as required, providing accurate, timely and thorough customer service.
• Measure and scale projects on-site.
• Attend training as required to maintain current knowledge of drafting and relevant aspects.
• Invoice project, schedule installation and delivery of products and materials.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Wood Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Associate degree