At Westek Truss Systems, a Truss Builder is a valuable team member responsible for building trusses to customer requirements by assembling pre-cut wood and/or metal pieces into the triangular structure of trusses. Using precision measurement and safety procedures when assembling. Utilizing tools such as pneumatic staple guns, tape measures, hammer and other required tools. A truss builder may also operate machinery like forklifts.

THE HUSTLE SETTING

- Shift rotation – 3 x 12 hour shifts/week
- 12-hour shifts
- Can be busy, high volume
- Manufacturing environment – indoors/climate controlled
- Working with and around lumber products
- Working with tools
- Physically demanding – lifting and stacking able to lift up to 70 lbs safely
- Standing for extended periods/repetitive hammering

JOB TYPE Full time, permanent

THESE ARE YOUR STRENGTHS

- Read/follow assembly sheets
- Gather correct material carts/verifying quantity
- Select proper plates as per drawings as well as proper plate positioning




- Assemble wood roof trusses per design specs
- Follow safe work practices and all health, safety and Company policies
- Use pneumatic tools

Plus – may perform other responsibilities as assigned

SUCCESS FACTORS

- Highschool diploma – preferred
- Skilled at operating a forklift - preferred
- Minimum 1 year of experience as a truss assembler or construction labourer
- Knowledge of woodworking/framing preferred/pneumatic tools
- Ability to read assembly sheet
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Self motivated
- General labour/tasks

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: From $19.00 per hour

Benefits

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Discounted or free food
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Store discount

Work Location: In person

📌 Truss Builder (Edmonton)
🏢 Westek Truss Systems
📍 Edmonton