Application Instructions:

Please complete application online HERE. Then contact Mauricio Bleichner at 7242882514 or mauricio.bleichner@84lumber.com.

1. Job Title
   Design Trainee
2. Job Location (City, State)
   Stephenson, VA
3. Salary Information (optional)
   $17.50/hr
4. Job Description
   Start your design career by working on real projects that turn architectural concepts into build-ready structures. As a Design Trainee, you’ll gain hands-on experience designing roof and floor trusses while learning industry standards, engineering principles, and construction workflows from experienced designers.
   This role is perfect for recent graduates in drafting, construction management, engineering, architecture, or related fields—or drafters looking to expand their technical skill set.

What You’ll Learn & Do
Read and interpret architectural and structural drawings to create roof and floor truss layouts.
Design roof and floor trusses using MiTek while learning best practices for accuracy, efficiency, and code compliance.
Apply 84 Components design standards, policies, and procedures to real-world projects.
Select and specify required hardware and components to support safe, efficient construction.
Track projects from initial design through approval using organized job tracking systems.
Prepare and send customer approval letters under established procedures.
Collaborate with sales, production, and customer service teams to support project success.
Maintain clean, well-organized plan files and documentation.
Participate in training, team meetings, and continuous improvement initiatives.

What Makes This a Great Opportunity:
Hands-on training with mentorship from experienced designers.
Exposure to structural design, engineering concepts, and construction practices.
Clear career path toward Truss Designer and advanced design roles.
Work on projects you’ll see built in the real world.

Ideal Background:
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Drafting, Engineering Technology, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field, OR drafting experience with a strong interest in structural design
Comfortable working with design software and technical drawings
Detail-oriented, curious, and eager to learn

1. Application Instructions
   Please complete an application online HERE. Then contact Mauricio Bleichner at 7242882514 or mauricio.bleichner@84lumber.com.