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The Building Materials Industry supplies the construction industry with glass and glassware, ceramic products, as well as clay, concrete, cement, and gypsum. These products range from raw materials to finished goods. The market size of the Building Material Industry is $124 billion in 2021.Top companies include Owens Corning, TAMKO, and ABC Supply Co.

What are common job types in the Building Materials industry?

Maintenance Technician - Maintenance Technicians are responsible for the upkeep of a facility. They are skilled in a variety of areas including plumbing, carpentry, and electrical systems.

Hoist & Crane Field Service Technician - Hoist & Crane Field Service Technicians are responsible for the maintenance, repair, and inspections of overhead cranes and related equipment.

Electrical Controls Technician - Electrical Controls Technicians work on a wide variety of equipment and devices within a facility. They install and repair electrical systems, calibrate equipment, and inspect designs for quality control. They may also troubleshoot wiring issues or install switchgears.

Production Supervisor - Production Supervisors accomplish manufacturing staff results by communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results; coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; initiating, coordinating, and enforcing systems, policies, and procedures.

Shipping/Receiving Supervisor - Shipping/Receiving Supervisors supervise workers who confirm and record the receipt of shipments, prepare items for shipping, and load and unload trucks. They are also responsible for managing the inter-departmental transport of materials.

What are the highest paying Building Materials jobs?

The highest paid jobs in the Building Materials Industry are Materials Managers and Materials Engineers. Materials Managers earn on average $80K per year, while Materials Engineers earn on average $70K, depending on location and experience.

What Building Materials jobs are in demand?

Jobs that are in high demand in the Building Materials Industry can be segmented across the specific types of building materials. Jobs in the following Building Materials are currently in high demand:

  • Steel, lumber, concrete and other building materials
  • Windows, doors, cabinets, and hardware
  • HVAC, plumbing, and electrical
  • Paints, coatings, and adhesives
  • Interior finished products
  • Distribution

Why should one start a career in the Building Materials industry?

Military candidates possess unmatched expertise and proven leadership skills, making them an ideal fit for various positions across the Building Materials industry. While the COVID-19 pandemic has created a significant shortage in building materials, the industry is relying on hiring many skilled laborers to make up the gap and maintain a steady supply in the years to come.


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Service Advisor (Electrical)


Job Ref: # EB-6741231203
Date Posted: 2/24/2025 8:00:00 AM
City, State: Mountain Top, PA
Category: Building Materials
Salary: $26 - $28

Description

Orion Talent, the nation’s largest military recruiting firm, is currently recruiting transitioning or former military professionals for a Service Advisor (Electrical) position with the largest overhead door manufacturer, including four production facilities and 50 distribution centers throughout the US and Canada.

Position Details:
Title: Service Advisor (Electrical)
Locations: Mountain Top, PA (near Scranton / Wilkes-Barre)
Travel/Schedule: You generally will work standard day-shift hours Mon-Fri, though plenty of optional overtime is available
Compensation: ~$25/hr. - $28/hr.
Bonuses/Additional Compensation: salary increases every six months (typically around $1.00/hr. - $1.50/hr.) for first three years; annual incentive bonus (~7% - 10%)
Benefits: Company offers an industry-standard, comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical / Dental Insurance; Life / AD&D Insurance; Flexible Spending Accounts; Short- and Long-Term Disability; Vacation/Vacation Purchase; 11 annual holidays; Tuition Assistance; 401K with employer match; and more

Position Description: In this role you will be responding to customer requests regarding parts, sales, warranty issues, and technical support on all products. You will focus on service efforts by quickly responding to incoming requests via phone, email, text and others, providing extraordinary customer service. Some specific responsibilities include:

Provide superlative technical service and support to customers.

Improve customer relationships and customer satisfaction.

Process parts orders and provide parts pricing for repair orders for all products.

Place orders and generate job sheets to be sent to the shop to manufacture product to fill order requests.

Troubleshoot installation issues over the phone and take proper measures to resolve.

Handle product-related issues, troubleshooting, warranty replacement components, and provide extraordinary customer satisfaction.

Assist in other areas as necessary and work cooperatively with others to help achieve departmental and organizational goals.


Requirements:

Outgoing, customer-service personality

Problem-solving skills and technical savvy are critical

Strong electronic / electrical troubleshooting skills (up to 460V)

Strong grasp of schematics, blueprints and other technical documents


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