Detailer Trainee

Nucor Harris Rebar is North America’s leading fabricator, installer and distributor of concrete reinforcing steel and related products. Nucor Harris Rebar 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 Harris Rebar we respect, believe and invest in our people, who in turn deliver the highest level in service to our customers.

Purpose
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. Cultivate a customer service relationship while maximizing profits for Nucor Harris Rebar.
Primary

**Responsibilities**:

- Demonstrate conduct consistent with Harris Rebar’s vision and values.
- Develop working knowledge of AutoCAD and the basics of Harris Rebar’s detailing system (RebarCAD).
- Develop basic knowledge of reinforcing bar industry including reference material (i.e., CRSI and ACI).
- Review and verify date of contract documents (plans, addenda, and specs) received and compare against the date on 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 Detailing Manager to ensure that all specialty items are pre-ordered to maintain construction schedules.
- 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.
- Compare the progression of project detailed weight against 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 though detailing and fabrication to installation at the job site.
- Perform other duties as required by your supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements
- Vocational certificate in CAD design/drafting issued from an accredited school or college or currently enrolled
- Two-year technical diploma from an accredited school or college is preferred.
- Construction and concrete related construction knowledge and experience is considered an asset.
- Basic knowledge of construction or civil technology is considered an asset.
- Project Management experience is considered an asset.
- Demonstrated experience in installation/placing reinforcing steel and experience in fabrication of reinforcing steel
- At least six months 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
- Fluent in oral and written French is considered an asset

Physical Demands
- Typical office activities
- Walking, sitting, standing, bending
- Using hands to operate objects, tools, computers, and other electronic equipment
- Lifting/handling computers and related equipment Vision abilities including close vision and adjusting focus
- Moderate noise level

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