Builders Firstsource
Largest U.S. supplier of structural building products, components and services to residential construction pros.
5 hours ago
Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Florida, United States
Office Full-Time
Company Size
29,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Sector Specialisms
Description
design drawings
technical analysis
repair drawings
panel standards
task scheduling
team leadership
This role assists in scheduling technician work, monitors a staff of designers/technicians, and originates and checks layout and design drawings for structural wood products and other items manufactured or supplied by the company.
Key duties include collaborating with outside sales personnel and customers to complete high‑quality structures, assigning work to technicians, making recommendations on hires, promotions, terminations and performance evaluations, maintaining records of team activity, developing drawings from architectural sketches, and communicating project progress to management.
The position also reviews and modifies drawings prepared by less experienced technicians, contacts building designers for clarification, analyzes technical data to ensure designs meet functional, performance and code specifications, prepares repair drawings for engineers, and enforces BFS panel design standards.
Acting as a team leader, the incumbent directs less‑experienced technicians, makes staffing decisions and ensures all designers and panel designs conform to established standards.
- Schedule technician work and monitor designers/technicians.
- Develop and review layout/design drawings from architectural plans.
- Assign tasks, ensure timely completion, and track project progress.
- Communicate with sales personnel, customers, and building designers for clarification.
- Recommend hires, promotions, terminations, and conduct performance evaluations.
- Analyze technical data to verify compliance with codes and performance specs.
- Prepare repair drawings and summarize field modifications for engineers.
- Enforce BFS panel design standards across the team.
- Lead less‑experienced technicians as team leader.
Requirements
associate degree
primecad
autocad
excel
word
customer communication
Minimum qualifications are an associate’s degree (or equivalent) combined with six months to one year of related experience, and proficiency with PrimeCad, AutoCAD, MS Word and MS Excel.
Core competencies include the ability to read and interpret technical documents, respond to customer inquiries, write speeches and articles, present information to senior leadership, and apply mathematical concepts such as probability, geometry and ratios.
The work environment requires frequent standing and sitting, occasional walking, the ability to lift up to 50 lb, and the use of close and color vision, in both typical office settings and variable outdoor locations.
- Associate’s degree or equivalent with 6‑12 months related experience required.
- Proficiency in PrimeCad, AutoCAD, MS Word and MS Excel.
- Competencies: technical reading, customer communication, writing, presentation, and applied mathematics.
- Physical demands: stand, sit, occasional walking, lift up to 50 lb, use close and color vision.
Benefits
Builders FirstSource provides a competitive, affordable benefits package, a supportive culture that encourages growth, and upholds an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employment policy.
- Competitive benefits package and supportive people‑first culture.
Training + Development
Interview process
Visa Sponsorship
Security clearance
Overview
1998 Founded
Year of Establishment
The company was established in 1998, marking the beginning of its journey from a regional lumber supplier to a national leader in building materials.
2005 Public
Year of Going Public
The company went public in 2005, a significant milestone in its growth journey, especially after surviving the Great Recession.
~590 Locations
Nationwide Presence
The company operates approximately 590 locations across over 40 states, combining local insights with national reach.
$16 Billion Revenue
Annual Revenue
The company generates around $16 billion in annual revenue, driven by both materials and value-added products.
- Survived the Great Recession, then expanded rapidly through acquisitions like ProBuild (2015) and merger with BMC (2021).
- Projects range from single-family homes to light commercial builds, including off-site prefabricated trusses, panels, and millwork.
- Invests in digital tools (e.g., MyBLDR.com via acquisition of Paradigm) and factory-built components to streamline homebuilding.
- Maintains its own fleet of trucks and in-house installation services, offering one-stop solutions that most competitors lack.
- Stands out for integrating over 60 acquisitions while keeping local teams, and executing major share buybacks alongside growth.
Culture + Values
- Dedicated to meeting customer needs and providing high-quality products and services.
- Operates with honesty, fairness, and transparency in all actions.
- Committed to excellence and continuous improvement in all business areas.
- Holds all members to high standards of performance and ethical conduct.
- Collaborates to leverage strengths and achieve common goals.
Environment + Sustainability
2050 Net Zero
Carbon Neutrality Target
Aims to achieve net zero carbon emissions by a specific year, showing long-term commitment to climate action.
- Commitment to reducing carbon footprint across operations and supply chain.
- Focus on energy efficiency in manufacturing and distribution processes.
- Sustainable product sourcing and eco-friendly materials usage.
- Investing in renewable energy initiatives for company facilities.
Inclusion & Diversity
- Goal to increase gender diversity within leadership roles.
- Focused on creating an inclusive work environment where all employees feel respected and valued.
- Developing programs aimed at increasing women in construction-related roles.
- Tracking and reporting on gender and diversity metrics within the workforce.