Detailer Trainee

Nucor Rebar Fabrication is North America’s leading fabricator, installer and distributor of concrete reinforcing steel and related products. Nucor Rebar Fabrication provides local service from rebar fabrication shops across North America. Each location is equipped with state-of-the-art fabrication equipment, however, it is OUR TEAM that makes the difference; driving our success with their knowledge, experience and know-how to get your job done. At Nucor Rebar Fabrication we respect, believe and invest in our people, who in turn deliver the highest level in service to our customers.

We are searching for an enthusiastic, talented and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Detailer Trainee.

Detail simple projects with supervision and provide concise, accurate and complete descriptions of all reinforcing steel, bar supports, mesh wire and related products for fabrication, delivery, installation and invoicing in the most efficient manner possible.

Primary

**Responsibilities**:

- Demonstrate conduct consistent with Nucor Rebar Frabrication's vision and values.
- Develop a working knowledge of AutoCAD and the basics of Nucor Rebar Frabrication's detailing system (RebarCAD).
- Develop basic knowledge of the reinforcing bar industry, including reference material (i.e., CRSI and ACI).
- Review and verify the date of contract documents (plans, addenda, and specs) received and compare against the date on the proposal/estimate.
- 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 make sure they conform to ACI 318, CRSI, or RSIC, 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 the Detailing Manager to ensure that all specialty items are pre-ordered to maintain construction schedules.
- Participate in weekly meetings to discuss safety, innovative ideas, workloads, availability, issues, and problems of the week for all to learn and share.
- Compare the progression of the project's detailed weight against the contract weight.
- Identify and develop information required to inform customer of any changes (time and/or material) to the contract, including the completion of the change order form.
- Review all claims of shortages or errors.
- Ensure proper coding of all bar lists.
- Follow one or more projects from estimate through detailing and fabrication to installation at the job site.
- Perform other duties as required by your supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications and Education Requirements
- Vocational certificate in CAD design/drafting issued from an accredited school or college or currently enrolled.
- At least six months of experience with AutoCAD and Windows-based software
- Ability to read architectural/engineering blueprints
- 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 verbal and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications and Education Requirements
- Two-year technical diploma from an accredited school or college
- Construction and concrete-related construction knowledge and experience are particularly helpful
- Basic knowledge of construction or civil technology
- Project Management experience
- Demonstrated experience in installation/placing reinforcing steel
- Demonstrated experience in the fabrication of reinforcing steel

**Benefits**:

- Extended health, dental and vision care
- Company RRSP plan with employer match
- Stock purchase plan with employer match
- Scholarship opportunities
- Career growth opportunities

Nucor Rebar Fabrication is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Nucor Rebar Fabrication is committed to providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities; please contact us if you require accommodation during the recruitment process.