Industrial Technician

TAMKO; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

TAMKO is seeking an Industrial Technician for its Frederick, Maryland facility. The role is a hands‑on maintenance position focused on mechanical systems with desirable electrical maintenance capabilities.

You will perform planned maintenance, troubleshoot downtime, and support multiple manufacturing lines in a safety‑driven environment. Responsibilities include executing scheduled work, maintaining environmental and process control systems, and collaborating with maintenance, operations, and

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Technical Certification or Degree in Industrial Maintenance or related field preferred.
• Certified to operate powered industrial vehicles (forklifts, lifts).
• Precision Maintenance or Reliability certifications preferred.
• Experience with 480V electrical maintenance and basic troubleshooting preferred.
• Experience with MIG/TIG welding preferred.
• Experience with crane operation, rigging, and hand signals preferred.
• Experience with SAP or CMMS and Microsoft Office required.

Responsibilities

• Provide mechanical industrial maintenance on roofing manufacturing lines and support equipment.
• Execute planned and scheduled work according to defined plans.
• Perform preventative maintenance and lubrication tasks as per check sheets or standard work.
• Contribute to equipment rebuilds (pumps, air cylinders, valves) as needed.
• Collaborate with maintenance, operations, and engineering to resolve issues.
• Support on‑call coverage and rotating 12‑hour shifts including nights and weekends.

Skills

Electrical system maintenance

Industrial maintenance

Troubleshooting

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

SAP/CMMS

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint)

Job description

TAMKO is seeking an Industrial Technician for the facility in Frederick, Maryland. The Industrial Technician is a hands‑on technician role in the Frederick Maintenance Department and is responsible for industrial maintenance execution primarily for mechanical systems. Capabilities with Electrical System Maintenance are also desired but not mandatory for this role. This role provides industrial maintenance and troubleshooting services to multiple manufacturing lines at the TAMKO Frederick facility. The Industrial Technician will conduct planned and scheduled maintenance as well as support emergent downtime/troubleshooting support.

Summary Of Essential Functions

• Work with Safety as a top priority and actively support the TAMKO goal of establishing a Zero Incident Safety Culture. Abide by TAMKO’s Lock‑out Tag‑out Policy prior to performing work on any operating equipment.
• Ensure 100% environmental compliance in all work activities and follow TAMKO’s environmental rules and regulations.
• Provide primary support and execution of mechanical industrial maintenance to the roofing manufacturing lines and support equipment/systems at the TAMKO Frederick facility.
• Execute planned and scheduled work according to defined work plans utilizing technician’s skillset/experience as well as following known best practices and procedures.
• Perform and practice precision maintenance techniques to ensure long term performance of equipment, including (but not limited to): precision measurements, alignments, balancing, etc.
• Perform preventative maintenance activities as assigned using checksheets and/or Standard Work Plans. Tasks may include lubrication activities, inspection activities, equipment cleaning activities, or fixed‑time component replacement.
• Conduct component rebuilds as required for items such as pumps, air cylinders, valves, etc.
• Collaborate with maintenance, operations, and engineering personnel to resolve problems.
• Maintain critical environmental and process control systems.
• Perform Industrial Maintenance activities as required, both as planned & scheduled work and as emergent production line support, troubleshooting, and repair.
• Work on an on‑call status as needed – with occasional need to support on call coverage for holidays. Work rotating 12‑hour shifts, including nights and weekends, and overtime as needed.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Technical Certification or Degree in Industrial Maintenance or related field preferred.
• Certified or able to become certified to operate multiple kinds of powered industrial vehicles such as forklifts and man/personnel lifts.
• Precision Maintenance or Reliability certifications preferred.
• Experience in Electrical System maintenance and basic troubleshooting up to 480V service preferred.
• Experience with MIG, TIG, and/or stick welding preferred.
• Experience with small crane operation, rigging, and hand signals preferred.
• Experience working in SAP or other Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) preferred.
• Experience working with computers and being comfortable navigating to and using common Microsoft applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint required.
• This position has the opportunity for specialization to include Electrical, Rigging & Crane Operation, and Welding. Applicants with experience in these categories are encouraged to make it known as they may be eligible to become certified in these specialties.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to position himself/herself to operate, inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and/or maintain heavy plant equipment. This may require climbing stairs/ladders, bending, kneeling, crawling, squatting and/or stooping. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and may occasionally lift or move heavier objects with assistance.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may work around moving mechanical parts, at elevated heights, where dust and fumes could be present in the air, with or in proximity to chemicals, in hot environments, around electrical equipment, and in a loud environment. The employee must have the ability to understand and mitigate these and other risks, including by following all prescribed safety rules, and must have the ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment, if necessary.

In addition to competitive wages, TAMKO offers a comprehensive benefits package, including Group Health and Life Insurance, Vision and Dental Insurance, a Flexible Benefits Plan, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, a Profit Sharing Retirement Plan, and other valuable benefits.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work expected. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required and is subject to change at any time based on business needs.

About TAMKO

TAMKO Building Products LLC is one of the nation's largest independent manufacturers of residential and commercial roofing products, waterproofing products, and related building materials. Headquartered in Galena, Kansas, TAMKO has been committed to innovation, quality, and customer service for over 80 years. Our success is driven by our people — individuals who take pride in their work, share an ownership mindset, and are dedicated to delivering excellence. At TAMKO, we strive to foster a safe, supportive, and rewarding work environment where employees can grow and succeed.