Truss Assembler

Job Title: Truss Assembler

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled truss assembler to join our team. Our company specializes in the manufacturing of residential and commercial trusses and is looking for talented individuals to fill the roles of Catcher, Builder, or other related positions. The primary focus will be on building and assembling trusses.

Responsibilities

• Assemble wood trusses according to blueprints displayed on a screen.

• Set up a jig with robotic pins to correctly place pre-cut wood.

• Tack plates and use a roller to flatten wood and plates, completing the product.

• Read a tape measure to 1/16 of an inch accurately.

• Use a hammer and pneumatic staple gun for assembly tasks.

• Stand completed trusses upright in the yard, collaborating with a forklift operator as necessary.

• Work with the saw operator to catch and stack wood, checking angles with a carpenter square.

Essential Skills

• Ability to lift 50 lbs.

• Proficiency in reading a tape measure.

• 6+ months of experience in general labor, manufacturing, production, carpentry, or construction.

• Score 80% or higher on Basic Industrial Math and Tape Measure test.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with hand tools and power tools.

• Familiarity with blueprint reading and mechanical assembly.

• Knowledge of wood framing and carpentry techniques.

Why Work Here?

Join a multi-generational family-owned company that values its employees and offers excellent internal benefits. Enjoy a comprehensive insurance package including health, dental, prescription drug coverage, and vision, along with a 401k plan with discretionary match and profit sharing. Benefit from paid holidays and paid time off, with increasing days based on years of service. Enjoy company outings, cookouts, and various perks, including a $500 sign-on bonus and $50 weekly attendance bonus.

Work Environment

The work environment includes a mix of 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts with detailed schedules. Employees will experience a hot climate in the summer (doors opened for breeze) and a heated space in the winter. The dress code is casual with jeans, shorts, T-shirts, and steel-toe shoes. Employees should provide their own framing hammer, hammer holder/holster, and tape measure. Knee pads are available as needed.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pleasantville, IA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.59 - $23.59/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health Spending Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Pleasantville,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 3, 2026.

About Aerotek

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.