Truss Designer

Caldwell, Idaho, US on site Until 8/23/2026 First posted April 16, 2026 Last posted April 16, 2026
Job description
  • Associate must read architectural prints to create roof truss placement layouts
  • Design of roof trusses in engineering software ensuring designs are accurate, optimized, and conforms to the current P&P
  • Provide customer support when necessary
  • Experience with MiTek software preferred

Requirements

Required Skills

  • Computer Skills: Word Processing System, Design Software, Internet Software, Database Software
  • Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos; write simple correspondence; effectively present information to others one-on-one.
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form; deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Required Experience

  • General knowledge of the construction industry. Knowledge of roof truss design process.
  • Ability to read and interpret architectural and structural blueprints
  • Ability to calculate tributary loads, concentrated loads, and load transfer through a building.
  • Ability to operate a computer and current software used by company Knowledge of current local codes associated with truss design.
  • Good written and oral communication skills are required.
  • Ability to read, understand, and follow oral and written instructions.
  • Ability to deal courteously with customers, co-workers, and construction personnel
  • Good math skills including, but not limited to architectural units, fractions, geometry, and basic trigonometry.

Benefits

  • 100% Employer - paid quality Health Care Plan that includes Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Competitive Wages
  • Quarterly bonus program
  • Retirement Plans + employer match
  • Paid Time Off
  • Annual Growth Reviews
About this role

Summary

Design roof trusses using engineering software, read blueprints, ensure accuracy and conformance

Job title

Truss Designer

Experience level

none

Industry

construction

Location requirements

Caldwell, Idaho, with remote work not specified

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

word processingdesign softwareinternet softwaredatabase softwareblueprint readingload calculationmathematics

Preferred skills

MiTek software

Specializations

roof trussarchitectural printsstructural blueprintsload transfersoftware design
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Caldwell, ID, USA

On-site City