Rebar Drafting/Detailing Trainee

Job Summary

Nucor Rebar Fabrication is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Rebar Drafting/Detailing Trainee to join our team. As a Rebar Drafting/Detailing Trainee, you will be responsible for detailing simple projects with a mentor's supervision, providing concise and accurate descriptions of reinforcing steel and related products, and cultivating a customer service relationship while maximizing profitability for Nucor Rebar Fabrication.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop working knowledge of AutoCAD and the basics of Nucor Rebar Fabrication's 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

Requirements

• 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

• 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

Nucor is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - M/F/Disabled/Vets - and a drug - free workplace

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