Industrial Technician at TAMKO Building Products LLC

TAMKO is seeking an Industrial Mechanical Technician at our Tuscaloosa, AL facility to join our maintenance team. This role is focused on installing, maintaining, and repairing plant machinery, equipment, and structures to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations. The ideal candidate is mechanically skilled, detail-oriented, and capable of troubleshooting and repairing both mechanical and basic electrical systems.

Summary of essential job functions

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Other duties may also be assigned.

• Install, maintain, and repair machinery, equipment, and plant infrastructure.
• Perform mechanical troubleshooting using manuals, schematics, and diagnostic tools.
• Assist with electrical work including wiring, motors, and basic electrical components.
• Conduct preventive maintenance procedures according to TAMKO standards and document results.
• Inspect, test, and monitor equipment performance to ensure safe and reliable operation.
• Dismantle and reassemble defective equipment; assist with installation of new machinery.
• Perform welding and cutting tasks to fabricate or repair parts.
• Record and maintain accurate work orders, preventive maintenance logs, and repair documentation.
• Track parts usage, maintain tool accountability, and support storeroom processes.
• Identify, recommend, and document corrective actions for equipment issues.
• Support safe work practices by inspecting tools, following Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and adhering to all TAMKO safety policies.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate’s degree in electrical, electromechanical, or mechanical technology preferred.
• 3–5 years of mechanical maintenance experience in an industrial plant environment.
• Strong troubleshooting skills with both mechanical and basic electrical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
• Good oral and written communication skills.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• 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 dusts 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.

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.