Structural Technician - Hybrid

VAA LLC; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 30,307 - 39,950; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Profit-sharing

401(k)

Paid leave

Job summary

VAA LLC, located in Sioux Falls, is seeking dedicated Structural Technicians to join our team. This role involves drafting and design tasks with opportunities for professional development in a community-focused environment.

The ideal candidate will have a certificate in construction-related drafting or relevant experience. Starting hourly wages range from $22.00 to $29.00 based on experience and skills, complemented by comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401(k), and paid leave.

Qualifications

• Certificate in construction related design/drafting or at least 1 year of directly related experience.

Responsibilities

• Produce quality drawings for a variety of project types.
• Set up plans, sections, and details to specified drafting standards.
• Identify redlines and make required changes.
• Utilize software efficiently.
• Take on increasingly complex design tasks.

Skills

Construction related design/drafting

Technical proficiency in design software

Education

Certificate in construction related design/drafting

Job description

Our growing firm is looking for hard‑working team players who are eager to learn, committed to growth, and driven to make a real impact. We are currently hiring Structural Technicians in our Origination, Processing and Manufacturing sectors, where we provide structural designs for a wide range of industries.

The Structural team is a trusted and preferred partner to major local, national and international clients. These diverse and long‑term relationships have supported sustainable company growth through 45 years.

This is an opportunity to join a team of experienced Engineers and Designers who partner effectively together to deliver value to our clients and propel our company.

Diverse and sustainable company growth equates to a wealth of opportunities to learn new skills, take on new responsibilities, develop a successful career, and eventually grow into people, project and/or client management roles.

Your role

Under the direction of a Designer or Senior Designer you will:

• Work with other Designers and Engineers to produce quality drawings for a variety of project types from concept phase through construction documents.
• Set up plans, sections and details to specified drafting standards.
• Identify redlines on drawings created by others and accurately make required changes.
• Utilize software with increasing efficiency and depth of understanding.
• Undertake increasingly complex design tasks and responsibilities with a commitment to continuous learning and technical development.

Your resume must include

• Certificate in construction related design/drafting or higher.
• OR at least 1 year of directly related experience.

Starting Hourly Range

$22.00–$29.00

A variety of factors are considered when determining an offer, including, but not limited to, market data, geographic location, experience, and specialized skills.

Benefits

Health, dental, vision, life insurance, profit‑sharing, 401(k), paid leave, and more!

Get to Know VAA

VAA is an Engineering, Planning and Design firm specializing in commercial projects, bulk commodity‑handling facilities, and structures for value‑added processing, manufacturing and distribution. VAA serves a diverse portfolio of clients, ranging from multinational corporations to local municipalities to individual farms and businesses.

Hear first‑hand what it’s like to work here, the range of opportunities you can find and the wealth of resources that will support you – both professionally and personally: https://vaaeng.com/careers/#careers-video

Why VAA?

• Community‑focused culture with events, charitable PTO, and opportunities to engage with leadership.
• Support for life/work balance: flexible schedule options, onsite gym, Employee Assistance Program, and friendly competition.
• Ongoing professional development, including mentoring, online learning and tuition reimbursement.
• Recognized workplace: awarded by USA Today as a national Top Workplace in 2024, 2025 and 2026, and by the Star Tribune as a Minnesota Top 200 Workplace for 2022–2025.

Your career. Your talents. Your network.

Apply today!

VAA is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Vets/Disability employer