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Truss Builder

U.S. Truss
Cortland, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 10/5/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/4/2025
Employment Position – Truss Builder
U.S. Truss Location: Cortland, IL

Summary of Position


We are looking for quality individuals with a strong work-ethic and positive attitude to add to our committed assembly team. Maintaining predictable and regular attendance is essential for this position. On a daily basis, Truss Builders will be working in a fast-paced, team-driven atmosphere to construct wood roof trusses and wall panels according to shop drawings using pre-cut lumber and metal gusset plates.


Responsibilities of Position (
Include but not limited to the following)

  • Reads shop paperwork and sets up materials accordingly.
  • Identifies any defects in materials prior to assembly.
  • Lifts/Positions pre-cut lumber on gantry tables.
  • Tacks metal gusset plates to truss joints using smooth-faced hammer.
  • Operates roof glider roller machine to fasten gusset plates to assembled trusses.
  • Lifts/pushes trusses from gantry and place onto conveyor rolling system.
  • Communicates with team members effectively.
  • Maintains a clean and safe work area.
  • Complies with Company’s attendance policy by maintaining regular and predictable
  • Adheres to OSHA requirements and company policies/procedures to ensure safety at all times.


Required Skills & Qualifications

  • High school diploma/ GED preferred
  • Strong work ethic; ability to work quickly and methodically
  • Ability to follow directions and retain information
  • Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
  • Basic math skills
  • Construction/Manufacturing experience preferred
  • Ability to use a tape-measurer
  • Prior use of hammer is preferred
  • Knowledge of basic power tools


Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:

  • Ability to work on foot for 8-10 hour shifts
  • Capable of lifting 40 pounds frequently and/or up to 80 pounds on occasion
  • Repetitively perform tasks involving climbing, lifting, pushing, and kneeling


Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee.

Pay Rate / Wages & Benefits
$17 - $22
  • Potential pay rate based upon region, experience, education, licenses and certifications
  • Potential pay rate variation based on shift
U.S. Truss Co. offers the following opportunities and benefits to Full-Time employees:
  • Competitive Wages
  • Health / Dental / Vision / Term-Life and Short-Term Disability Insurance
  • Employer-paid Basic Life Insurance
  • Profit Sharing / 401k
  • Paid Time-off & Holidays
U.S. Truss Co. offers the following opportunities and benefits to Part-Time employees:
  • Competitive Wages
  • Profit Sharing / 401k
  • Paid Time-off


Candidates who meet our selection criteria will be contacted by phone or email for the next step in our hiring process.

Thank you for your interest in our position. We appreciate the time you have taken to apply with us.


U.S. Truss Company (“US Truss") is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, ancestry, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability (physical or mental), genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Salary : $17 - $22

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