Truss Builder

Express Employment Professionals; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment International (US) in Shreveport, LA is seeking an Assembly Worker to join a truss manufacturing team. You will assemble wood trusses, read measurements, and use hand tools in a fast-paced shop.

The role requires reliability, safety-mindedness, and the ability to lift 50+ lbs, with a 6:00 AM–3:00 PM Monday–Friday schedule. This on-site position offers consistent hours and hands-on shop experience.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift 50+ lbs consistently.
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing/shop environment.
• Basic hand tool experience preferred.
• Ability to read a tape measure.
• Strong work ethic and dependability.
• Team-oriented with a willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assemble wood trusses according to measurements and specifications.
• Use hand tools, nail guns, and basic power tools.
• Read tape measures and follow work orders or drawings.
• Lift and move materials (50+ lbs as needed).
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Follow safety procedures and production standards.
• Assist in other shop duties as assigned.

Skills

Tape measure reading

Reliability

Teamwork

Dependability

Tools

Hand tools

Nail guns

Power tools

Job description

Title: Assembly Worker

Pay: $14/hour

Hours: Monday–Friday | 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Location: Shreveport, LA

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Job Description

We are seeking a dependable Assembly Worker to join a growing truss manufacturing company in Shreveport, LA. This position will assist with assembling roof and floor trusses in a production environment. Ideal candidates are reliable, safety-minded, and comfortable working with hand tools in a fast-paced shop setting.

Responsibilities

• Assemble wood trusses according to measurements and specifications
• Use hand tools, nail guns, and basic power tools
• Read tape measures and follow work orders or drawings
• Lift and move materials (50+ lbs as needed)
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Follow safety procedures and production standards
• Assist in other shop duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Ability to lift 50+ lbs consistently
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing/shop environment
• Basic hand tool experience preferred
• Ability to read a tape measure
• Strong work ethic and dependability
• Team-oriented with a willingness to learn