PARR is the total source for homebuilding supplies, solutions, and services. We focus on supplying building materials and solutions to professional home builders of all sizes including custom builders, large production builders, and multifamily builders. Our customers and community members know that they can rely on us for Legendary Service and quality products.

Job title: Wall Panel Designer I

Pay: Starting at $28 to $33 an hour, depending on experience

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am to 5pm

Location: TBD - Will be located out of one of our Puget Sound locations.

Opti-Frame by PARR Lumber offers off-site pre-cut, labeled, and delivered wall framing packages. These packages are based upon the blueprints and specifications provided by the customer and strictly adhere to all industry standards and municipal codes. The Wall Designer I position is intended to develop interested candidates who do not possess extensive wall design experience. This position is for an individual who is always looking for ways they can improve their efficiency without sacrificing quality output. Parr values growing from within, and this position is essential in achieving that mission.

The Wall Designer I is a beginner-level design position aimed toward learning foundational knowledge of our systems and how to create designs for the Opti-Frame team. This position reports directly to the Opti-Frame Manager and works closely with the following: Regional Opti-Frame Managers, Scheduling Coordinators, other Wall designers, Truss designers, sales teams, and the customer.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED
Knowledge of dimension lumber, panel products, and other building materials
Possess a basic understanding of math concepts used in wall design
Understands building codes and the impact they have in construction
Experience using Mitek Sapphire preferred
Framing background
Ability to remain calm under pressure
Experience in truss and/or wall component manufacturing preferred
Must be able to operate personal computer, smartphone, scanner, and any other equipment necessary for the job
Strong focus, planning, organizational and time management skills
Ability to speak, write, and read English required

Duties and Responsibilities

6 months of in-person training is required. Training will take place at either Woodinville, WA or Tigard, OR.
Develop skills in reading and interpreting building plans and engineering
Communicate effectively with all audiences
Develop the skillset to efficiently revise wall panel elevations, layouts, and 3D renderings in comparison to the plan to serve as a reliable double check
Cross train monthly with the scheduling coordinator, at jobsites in the field with the regional Opti-Fame Manager, and with a lead sawyer at one of our saw locations
Always looking for ways to improve efficiency
Strive to learn how to manually design wall panels independently
Understand own limits and is willing to ask for help
Learn how to make the next person's job easier through a standard of quality work
Committed to wearing proper PPE when necessary

The primary working conditions for this position are in an office environment with a computer.

Physical Requirements

Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time
Must be able to work in an office environment
Must be able to drive a company vehicle when necessary
Both local and overnight travel may be required
Ability to utilize all appropriate safety equipment

We know that without great people, we can't be a great company. Voted the fourth top place to work in Oregon in 2023, we offer industry-leading benefits:

Everyone starts earning 2 weeks of vacation per year on day 1, and gains an additional day every year worked up to 4 weeks off
Employee paid sick days
7 holidays
2 medical plan options, one with a high deductible that offers an HSA and our standard plan with a very low $1,000 deductible
Dental, Vision, EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
Massage, Chiropractic and Acupuncture coverage
FSA (Flexible Spending Account) and Childcare pretax spending programs
HSA (Health Savings Account)
Up to 50% match on the first 6% you contribute to your 401(k) after 1 year of employment and fully vested at the end of your 3rd year
In addition to the 401(k) match, there a 3% profit share contribution to the 401(k), with Board approval
Tuition reimbursement (up to $2,500/year)
Annual profit sharing (every full time employee who worked the full year earned a minimum of $525 for the 2024 year)
$1,000 referral bonus

PARR Promotes!

We have a transparent pay structure, and love to promote from within. Our current CEO started with the company as a driver and by being open to change and a self-starter he climbed the ranks to the role he has today. There are many members of our management team who started their careers in our entry-level positions. If you're willing to work hard, there's no reason you won't earn regular merit increases and promotions. There is A LOT of opportunity - PARR is growing fast!

We value our employees like family and are constantly working to provide a safe place to work for our employees. Most of our locations are not open past 5 and all our locations are closed on Sundays.

Our company mission is Legendary Service through Teamwork, and we take that seriously. When you join our team, you're joining a family owned company that's been in business for 90 years, with a well-established reputation as a leader within the building material supply industry in the United States.

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