Truss Builder

Clayton; Guin (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K with company match

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Clayton is seeking a Truss Builder to join our production team in Alabama. You will build roof trusses for Clayton Home Building Facilities, reading cut sheets and blueprints to meet NTA standards, and ensuring accurate nail placement and correct overhangs on every unit.

You will operate a hydraulic press, work with a partner, and strive to meet production targets while maintaining quality. This is a safety‑ conscious role that requires lifting up to 50 pounds and a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Truss Builder’s primary responsibility is to build roof trusses for Clayton Home Building Facilities.
• Builder must be able to read a cut sheet and blueprint to build trusses that meet the approved standards regulated by the NTA.
• Check parts on assigned table/press to ensure proper set up of jig, cord, parts, and nails according to individual truss blueprint.
• Ensure proper nail placement, overhang and king post on every unit produced.
• Be able to meet production requirements in a timely manner while also ensuring the quality of each truss.
• Be able to repeatedly lift over 50 pounds.
• Be able to operate a hydraulic press.
• Be able to work well with a partner.
• Demonstrates honesty and integrity. Has a strong work ethic. Displays a great attitude and models teamwork.
• Reports directly to Truss Team Leader and Truss Department Area Coordinator.

Job description

Clayton is a leading single-family, values-driven home builder dedicated to attainable housing, sustainable practices and creating a world-class experience for customers and team members. Our company portfolio includes a broad offering of attainable housing, and as a vertically integrated home builder, we are uniquely positioned to serve customers through every stage of the homeownership journey – building, selling, financing, and insuring homes. From entry-level to more experienced positions, we're actively recruiting individuals who are passionate, positive, and eager to learn. We then equip you for success, whether you're in the office, in the field, or on the floor. As a member of our team you'll enjoy excellent benefits, opportunities for growth, and an encouraging culture that supports work / life balance.

Responsibilities Of Truss Builder

• Truss Builder’s primary responsibility is to build roof trusses for Clayton Home Building Facilities.
• Builder must be able to read a cut sheet and blueprint to build trusses that meet the approved standards regulated by the NTA.
• Check parts on assigned table/press to ensure proper set up of jig, cord, parts, and nails according to individual truss blueprint.
• Ensure proper nail placement, overhang and king post on every unit produced.
• Be able to meet production requirements in a timely manner while also ensuring the quality of each truss.
• Be able to repeatedly lift over 50 pounds.
• Be able to operate a hydraulic press.
• Be able to work well with a partner.
• Demonstrates honesty and integrity. Has a strong work ethic. Displays a great attitude and models teamwork.
• Reports directly to Truss Team Leader and Truss Department Area Coordinator.

Why Clayton?

• Full-time team members have the flexibility to create their own health, dental, and vision benefits package.
• Clayton provides competitive 401K programs, including investment options and company matching for full and part time team members after one year to help our team members achieve their financial goals.
• Additional benefits include paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance Programs, and more.

As part of Clayton’s commitment to Opening Doors to a Better Life, Clayton is now providing paid time for Team Members to volunteer to causes that are meaningful to them through the Clayton Impact program.

At Clayton, we encourage holistic wellness with physical, nutritional, social, financial, spiritual and occupational programs available online or in-person for team members.

Clayton is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Clayton is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

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