Detailer Trainee

Basic Job Functions:

Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.

Note: This is a 5-day in-office position, located in Riverside, AL

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 Rebar Fabrication.

BASIC FUNCTIONS
•    Must adhere to Nucor Rebar Fabrication’s safety programs and standards.
•    Demonstrate conduct consistent with Nucor Rebar Fabrication’s vision and values.
•    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).
•    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 through detailing and fabrication to installation at the job site.
•    Perform other duties as required by your supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications:

•    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 
•    Must be able to successfully complete a background check and drug test prior to hire

Preferred Qualifications:

•    Two-year technical degree from an accredited school or college
•    Construction and concrete related knowledge and experience 
•    Basic knowledge of civil technology 
•    Construction Project Management experience 
•    Demonstrated experience in installation/placing reinforcing steel 
•    Demonstrated experience in fabrication of reinforcing steel

•    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

SPECIAL DEMANDS
•    Must be able to work overtime when required
•    May be asked to complete approximately two hours of assessments as part of the hiring process