Truss Production Associate Trainee

Truss Builder Opportunity at 84 Lumber

84 Lumber is hiring Truss Builders for our fast-paced manufacturing facility in Cartersville, GA. We are seeking experienced candidates as well as motivated individuals ready to learn a skilled trade and grow their careers.

If you have experience in construction, framing, carpentry, warehouse operations, landscaping, concrete, roofing, plumbing, painting, or general labor, we encourage you to apply.

Schedule & Pay

• Pay starts at $17/hr
• 1st shift 6:00am
  -2:30pm
• 2nd shift 4:00pm
  -2:30am
• Monday–Friday
• Overtime may be available, including Saturdays

Responsibilities

• Assemble roof and floor trusses using jigs, nail guns, and hand tools
• Read and interpret engineered drawings and blueprints
• Maintain quality, safety, and production standards
• Work in a team environment to meet daily production goals
• Inserting or positioning materials, clamping, splicing, fitting parts by hand and with power tools, and verifying dimensions of cut material by following supervisor's instructions, blueprint specifications, and the cut sheet layout.
• Using a hammer to place metal reinforcement plates over connecting joints.
• Quality control of assembled items, proposing process improvements when applicable to increase efficiency.
• Following prioritized production list assigned by Assembler Lead and using assigned press stations to place and press plates on appropriate lumber.
• Fulfilling daily machine and area cleanup procedures.

Qualifications

• Construction or manufacturing experience preferred
• Ability to read a tape measure and use power tools
• Ability to lift up to 50–75 lbs repeatedly
• Ability to stand for long periods
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos; write simple correspondence; effectively present information to others one-on-one
• Ability to read and understand simple diagrams, blueprints, and a tape measure
• Ability to work 10-12 hours shifts and lift up to 80 pounds
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

Requirements (Read Carefully)

• Must be 18+
• Must show up on time, every day
• Must have reliable transportation
• Must be able to work 8–10 hour shifts on your feet
• Must be able to read a tape measure
• Must be comfortable working in heat, cold, and dust
• Must be willing to work overtime when needed

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• 401(k) with company match and profit sharing
• Monthly performance bonuses
• Employee discounts
• Career advancement opportunities

Conditions of Employment

• Background check required (no felonies within past 7 years)
• Drug screening required
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. (E-Verify employer)
• Must bring your own 22 oz hammer and tape measure
• Work boots required on day one
• No facial hair (must meet safety/PPE requirements)

Why Work at 84 Lumber?

We promote from within and invest in our people. This is more than a job—it's a long-term career opportunity in a growing, stable company. Employees who demonstrate reliability, strong work ethic, and a willingness to learn have opportunities to advance.