Truss Designer

Position Overview

Honsador, the largest building materials supplier in Hawaii with operations on all four major islands and a major facility in Portland, Oregon, is seeking an experienced Truss Designer. In this role, you will generate clear, complete, and accurate working plans and detailed layout drawings based on architectural and engineering specifications for the fabrication of roof trusses and components. You must be able to read blueprints and have prior experience with Sapphire or Mitek. If you seek an exciting career in the building industry, e-mail your resume to: resumes@honsador.com or visit www.honsador.com.

This is NOT a remote position

Key Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a commitment to the quality improvement process and the philosophy of continuous improvement; identify and respond actively and sensitively to the needs of all customers; and participate as a team player in all phases of the organization.
• Provide customers with knowledgeable, courteous, and prompt service at all times.
• Interpret design requirements per the Engineering Department's procedures, design manuals, and other applicable specifications; plan sequencing of drawings and perform shop coordination as required; and select and specify design materials as needed.
• Develop and complete design details from original concepts supplied by design engineers and prepare layouts.
• Perform other duties as assigned that may not be specifically related to design.
• Maintain the company's computer hardware and software to ensure current pricing and design criteria are up-to-date.
• Review designs for the most efficient and profitable use of inventory, equipment, and manpower as time permits.

Required Qualifications

• Knowledgeable in the basic aspects of construction.
• At least 5 years of experience as a Truss Designer.
• High level of knowledge in the application of the products being designed.
• Competency in basic mathematics, geometry, and trigonometry.
• Ability to read architectural and structural plans.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive Pay
• 401k
• Vacation/Sick Leave
• 11 Holidays
• Medical/Dental/Drug/Vision or $150 Medical Waiver Benefit