What are the responsibilities and job description for the Team Assembler position at Aroostook Trusses Inc?
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Team Assembler. 12 temporary/full-time positions with Aroostook Trusses,
Inc. from 5/1/2026 - 11/30/2026.
Work as part of a team to assemble pre-cut lumber into building
components for use in residential and commercial structures. Set precut
pieces of lumber in a set pattern; fasten connectors using hammers,
staples and nails. Stack finished products by hand to the required size,
bundle with steel strapping. Clean work areas/equipment.
Must lift/carry 50 lbs., when necessary. Repetitve kneel/bend/lift. Must
be able to read tape measure. Saturday work required, when necessary.
Requires three months of building assembly experience.
Employer pays in advance or reimburses workers in the first workweek for
all government-mandated and visa-related fees (excluding passport fees).
For non-local workers (i.e., residing outside normal commuting
distance), employer reimburses inbound travel costs at the 50% point in
the contract (unless paid in advance). Inbound travel includes
transportation costs from workers permanent residence or place of
recruitment, a daily meal subsistence (based on rates required by law,
currently \$16.28 per day minimum or \$68.00 per day maximum for workers
with acceptable receipts), and reasonable lodging costs, if applicable.
Travel reimbursements based on least-cost common carrier rate. Employer
provides or pays outbound travel costs upon completion of the contract
period or early dismissal, except where the worker has subsequent
employment.
Employer guarantees to offer hours equal to at least three-fourths of
the workdays in each 12-week period of the total contract period,
beginning with the workers first workday and ending on the contract end
date or any extension thereof. Employer may count all hours worked, as
well as any hours offered within the standard work schedule that a
worker chooses to not work, up to the maximum number of daily hours on
the job order.
Workers who voluntarily abandon employment are not entitled to payment
for outbound travel costs or the full three-fourths period guarantee
described above.
Employer provides without charge all tools, supplies and equipment
(incl. uniforms, if applicable) necessary to perform duties assigned.
Optional lodging available at no cost to all non-local workers.
JOB LOCATION:
655 Missile Street Presque Isle, ME 04769 in Aroostook county.
Employer offers free daily transportation to/from worksite from
designated pick-up location. Use of transportation is voluntary.
Wage Information
Wage rate is no less than \$20.50 per Hour. Overtime hours vary at:
\$30.75 per Hour.
Raises and/or bonuses may be offered at employer\'s discretion, based on
individual factors such as performance, skill, and tenure. A single
workweek will be used to compute wages due. The payroll period is
weekly. Workers are paid by check on Thursday. The standard work
schedule is from 7:00 AM until 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday.
Employer will offer 40 hours per week. Employer may offer more than the
stated work hours, depending on weather, business needs, and other
conditions. Extreme heat, cold, rain, or drought may affect exact
working hours.
Employer makes all payroll deductions required by law. Employer does not
envision other workforce-wide payroll deductions. Voluntary deductions
must be pre-authorized in writing and may include the following:
Voluntary advances and/or loans made to workers, if any, may be repaid
by pre-authorized payroll deductions. Employer may deduct
retirement/savings plan contributions and/or health insurance premiums
for workers voluntarily participating in plan(s). PTO/Holidays provided
to all eligible workers in the position.
Referral Instructions
State Workforce Agency (SWA) may only refer qualified applicants who
have been apprised of the material terms and conditions of employment
and who are able, willing, and available for the job. Employer makes
hiring decisions at its sole discretion. Referrals and applicants are
accepted from all sources. Applicants must possess documentation
required to complete Form I-9 employment eligibility verification.
To apply, contact employer at Darcy@aroostooktrusses.com or apply at the
job order holding office: Presque Isle Career Center, 66 Spruce St.,
Ste. 1Presque Isle, ME 04769, phone (800) 635-0357
please see: https://joblink.maine.gov/jobs/1303612
Team Assembler. 12 temporary/full-time positions with Aroostook Trusses,
Inc. from 5/1/2026 - 11/30/2026.
Work as part of a team to assemble pre-cut lumber into building
components for use in residential and commercial structures. Set precut
pieces of lumber in a set pattern; fasten connectors using hammers,
staples and nails. Stack finished products by hand to the required size,
bundle with steel strapping. Clean work areas/equipment.
Must lift/carry 50 lbs., when necessary. Repetitve kneel/bend/lift. Must
be able to read tape measure. Saturday work required, when necessary.
Requires three months of building assembly experience.
Employer pays in advance or reimburses workers in the first workweek for
all government-mandated and visa-related fees (excluding passport fees).
For non-local workers (i.e., residing outside normal commuting
distance), employer reimburses inbound travel costs at the 50% point in
the contract (unless paid in advance). Inbound travel includes
transportation costs from workers permanent residence or place of
recruitment, a daily meal subsistence (based on rates required by law,
currently \$16.28 per day minimum or \$68.00 per day maximum for workers
with acceptable receipts), and reasonable lodging costs, if applicable.
Travel reimbursements based on least-cost common carrier rate. Employer
provides or pays outbound travel costs upon completion of the contract
period or early dismissal, except where the worker has subsequent
employment.
Employer guarantees to offer hours equal to at least three-fourths of
the workdays in each 12-week period of the total contract period,
beginning with the workers first workday and ending on the contract end
date or any extension thereof. Employer may count all hours worked, as
well as any hours offered within the standard work schedule that a
worker chooses to not work, up to the maximum number of daily hours on
the job order.
Workers who voluntarily abandon employment are not entitled to payment
for outbound travel costs or the full three-fourths period guarantee
described above.
Employer provides without charge all tools, supplies and equipment
(incl. uniforms, if applicable) necessary to perform duties assigned.
Optional lodging available at no cost to all non-local workers.
JOB LOCATION:
655 Missile Street Presque Isle, ME 04769 in Aroostook county.
Employer offers free daily transportation to/from worksite from
designated pick-up location. Use of transportation is voluntary.
Wage Information
Wage rate is no less than \$20.50 per Hour. Overtime hours vary at:
\$30.75 per Hour.
Raises and/or bonuses may be offered at employer\'s discretion, based on
individual factors such as performance, skill, and tenure. A single
workweek will be used to compute wages due. The payroll period is
weekly. Workers are paid by check on Thursday. The standard work
schedule is from 7:00 AM until 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday.
Employer will offer 40 hours per week. Employer may offer more than the
stated work hours, depending on weather, business needs, and other
conditions. Extreme heat, cold, rain, or drought may affect exact
working hours.
Employer makes all payroll deductions required by law. Employer does not
envision other workforce-wide payroll deductions. Voluntary deductions
must be pre-authorized in writing and may include the following:
Voluntary advances and/or loans made to workers, if any, may be repaid
by pre-authorized payroll deductions. Employer may deduct
retirement/savings plan contributions and/or health insurance premiums
for workers voluntarily participating in plan(s). PTO/Holidays provided
to all eligible workers in the position.
Referral Instructions
State Workforce Agency (SWA) may only refer qualified applicants who
have been apprised of the material terms and conditions of employment
and who are able, willing, and available for the job. Employer makes
hiring decisions at its sole discretion. Referrals and applicants are
accepted from all sources. Applicants must possess documentation
required to complete Form I-9 employment eligibility verification.
To apply, contact employer at Darcy@aroostooktrusses.com or apply at the
job order holding office: Presque Isle Career Center, 66 Spruce St.,
Ste. 1Presque Isle, ME 04769, phone (800) 635-0357
Salary : $21 - $31