Electrical and Instrumentation Technician

We are seeking an Electrical and Instrumentation Technician to join our facility in Frederick, Maryland. This position works within the Maintenance Department and provides industrial maintenance and troubleshooting services to the various production lines at Team Frederick. The candidate selected for this role should be experienced in investigating tasks on PLCs, HMIs and automated systems on the manufacturing floor. In addition, the candidate should be confident in performing electrical/power distribution system maintenance for AC and DC systems up to 480V.

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

• Work with Safety as a top priority and actively support the TAMKO goal of establishing a Zero Incident Safety Culture.
• Ensure 100% environmental compliance in all work activities and follow TAMKO’s environmental rules and regulations.
• Provide primary support and execution of electrical and controls maintenance to the roofing manufacturing lines and ancillary equipment/systems.
• Troubleshoot programming and system faults for plant equipment and modify existing programs to improve sequencing, add/modify/remove alarms, and aide in improved troubleshooting and error response within the plant PLCs, HMIs, and automated systems.
• Perform work as an Industrial Electrician within electrical panels, systems, and wiring up to 480V. Individual will be required to become certified as a Level 1 Electrician at the facility and meet all requirements for achieving and maintaining that certification.
• Support and execute equipment calibration, programming installation and updates, and machine setup.
• Collaborate with maintenance, operations, and engineering personnel to resolve problems.
• Review and update/redline system layouts, detailed drawings, and schematics.
• Review and analyze operational data to diagnose and resolve performance issues.
• Maintain critical environmental and process control systems.
• Perform Industrial Maintenance activities as required, both as planned & scheduled work and as emergency/urgent production line support, troubleshooting, and repair.
• May occasionally be asked to perform on call responsibilities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required. Technical Degree in Industrial Electrical, Controls, or Automation-based fields is strongly preferred.
• 4 to 5 years of related experience and/or training is required. A combination of education and experience will be considered. Candidates with less experience may be considered for a lesser role with the intent of advancing to this role after specific training and experience requirements are met.
• Experience and proficiency working with Electrical Distribution systems and wiring up to 480V required.
• Experience maintaining industrial automation processes utilizing Siemens 505 or S7 PLCs, Siemens AC Vector Drives, and/or Wonderware is preferred.
• Knowledge of database and word processing software, as well as experience navigating in internet browsers and other similar systems. Drafting experience in Computer Automated Design software such as AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor a plus; however, not required.
• Experience working in SAP or other Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) preferred.
• Certified or able to become certified to operate multiple kinds of powered industrial vehicles such as forklifts and man/personnel lifts.

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 is regularly required to talk and hear; frequently required to stand, walk, and use arms, hands, and fingers to handle, feel, and reach; and occasionally required to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. 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.
• Comply with all prescribed safety rules and proper use of personal protective equipment.

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.