Truss Technician
Truss Technician
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Job Description
Truss Manufacturing Technician
Location: Wheatland WY
Schedule: MonFri 6:45 AM 5:00 PM
Compensation: $16$22/hr DOE OT opportunity for commission
Employment Type: FullTime OnSite
Are you ready to help build the #1 component manufacturer in the polebarn industry
If youre hungry for growth love working with your hands and thrive on producing excellent work that truly makes a difference this might be the role for you.
What We Value
Excellence is a Habit We are what we repeatedly do.
Lead Every Day The best leaders lead every day.
Into the Storm We run toward challenges not away.
Transform through Simplicity Simple scales; complex fails.
Empowering Impactful Solutions We dont sell on price; we solve real problems.
About the Role
As a Truss Manufacturing Technician youll turn raw lumber into precisionbuilt roof and floor trusses that anchor barns across the Mountain West. Youll read engineered drawings set up jigs operate saws and hydraulic presses and work with a team committed to quality safety and speed.
Responsibilities
Blueprint & jig setup using shop drawings
Operating automated saws and hand tools
Truss assembly and plate pressing
Quality control checks for embedment and dimensions
Following all safety and housekeeping protocols
Suggesting process improvements for speed and accuracy
Communicating with sawyers forklift drivers and shipping
What You Bring
Required:
1 year experience in truss plant framing or heavy carpentry
Comfortable using nailers saws and shop tools
Can read a tape measure and shop drawings
Able to lift 75 lbs and be on your feet for 810 hours
Growth mindset and strong attention to detail
NicetoHave:
MiTek or Alpine software knowledge
Forklift experience
Desire to grow into a leadership role (Crew Lead Quality Tech)
Perks
PTO & Sick Time
6 Paid Holidays
Crosstraining and advancement opportunities
Employee discounts on WBS materials
Highperformance culture with daily huddles and clear metrics
Who Thrives Here
Handson problem solvers
People who own their work and take pride in precision
Team players who communicate well under pressure
Individuals who want to grow and improve every week
Who This Role isNot For
At Western we dont babysit and we dont cut corners. This role wont be a fit if:
- You need to be reminded to show up on time
- You think close enough is good enough
- You avoid hard conversations or blame others for mistakes
- Youre not comfortable working on your feet lifting heavy materials or being physically active
- You shut down under pressure instead of stepping up
- You see feedback as criticism instead of growth
- You just want a paychecknot a place to grow
How to Apply
Email the following to with subject line:
Truss Manufacturing Technician Your Name
- A 2minute video (720p or 1080p) telling us:
- Why Westerns values resonate with you
- A time you solved a production problem under pressure
- A qualitycontrol catch you made that prevented rework or issues in the field
- Your Resume
- A Brief Cover Letter ( 250 words)
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
