Detailing Trainee - Houston (144137)

Basic Job Functions:

Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate lead and uphold safety policies practices procedures and housekeeping standards at all times.

What Youll Do
Detail simple projects with a mentors supervision; while providing concise accurate and complete descriptions of all reinforcing steel and related products for fabrication delivery installation and invoicing in the most efficient manner possible. Youll learn how to cultivate a customer service relationship while maximizing profitability for Nucor Rebar Fabrication.

What Youll Get in Return
Competitive starting pay rate based on experience and skills
Reviews every 90 days during the first 12 months then 2 reviews your second year with opportunities for merit increases based on performance
A chance to grow your career with a stable company owned by Nucor North Americas largest steel producer
A full benefits package including Medical/Dental/Vision insurances; Long-Term Disability; Life Insurance; Vacation Days; 10 Paid Holidays; Personal and Safety Award Days; Nucor Profit Sharing program; 401k with a match; Nucor stock purchase program; Tuition Reimbursement for you and a spouse; and a College Tuition Scholarship program for children of teammates

Your Responsibilities
Develop working knowledge of AutoCAD and the basics of Nucor Rebar Fabrications detailing system (RebarCAD).
Develop basic knowledge of reinforcing bar industry including reference material (i.e. CRSI and ACI).
Detail simple projects with little or no assistance (i.e. simple foundations walls footings piers slabs stairs retaining walls and other products as required).
Submit placing drawings for approval and ensure conformance to the Branch quality assurance and the placer/shop requirements.
Process change orders to maximize all possible returns for the Branch.
Maintain all deliveries for fabrication.
Communicate with customer placer and Architect/Engineer on all questions relating to project; submit Requests for Information (RFI) as required.
Work with Detailing Manager to ensure that all specialty items are pre-ordered to maintain construction schedules.
Follow one or more projects from estimate through detailing and fabrication to installation at the job site.
Under the direction of management be involved in all construction conflicts/disputes (whether contractor placer detailer or shop) and help with a resolution that is a time and cost-effective solution.
Participate in weekly meetings to discuss safety innovative ideas workloads availability issues and problems of the week for all to learn and share.

Minimum Qualifications:

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future
Vocational certificate (or are currently enrolled) in CAD design/drafting OR related degree issued from an accredited school or college
At least six months experience using AutoCAD and Windows based software
Able to read architectural/engineering blueprints

Preferred Qualifications:

Two-year technical degree from an accredited school or college
Construction and concrete related knowledge and experience
Basic knowledge of civil technology
Construction Project Management experience
Demonstrated experience in installation/placing reinforcing steel
Demonstrated experience in fabrication of reinforcing steel

SELECTION CRITERIA
Ability to work as a team member on projects with an aptitude for problem solving
Organized and detail oriented
Able to manage time effectively and prioritize responsibilities
Effective communication skills

SPECIAL DEMANDS
Must be able to work overtime when required
May be asked to complete approximately two hours of assessments as part of the hiring process