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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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Maintenance Technician (mechanics & electricians)

Company: Orion Talent
Job Ref: # 1012264
Date Posted: 8/27/2026 12:00:00 AM
City, State: Galt, CA
Category: Building Materials
Salary: $70,000 - $100,000

Description

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, rebuilding, and maintaining sophisticated industrial manufacturing equipment, including vacuum coating and custom tempering lines. This position performs preventive maintenance, equipment diagnostics, emergency repairs, component replacement, and projects designed to improve equipment reliability, safety, and production efficiency.

The role requires strong hands-on mechanical and/or electrical maintenance skills and the ability to troubleshoot equipment including motors, pumps, drives, controls, electrical systems, pneumatics, conveyors, vacuum systems, automated equipment, and other industrial machinery.

Must-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:

Minimum 4 years of manufacturing maintenance and/or technical school mechanical maintenance experience
Strong industrial mechanical and/or electrical maintenance background
Experience troubleshooting, repairing, installing, and maintaining industrial production equipment
Experience with motors, pumps, valves, controls, chain drives, and belt drives
Electrical troubleshooting experience with systems ranging from 24V controls through 480V three-phase
Experience with pneumatic systems, manifolds, valves, and gauges
Experience troubleshooting photo-eye and proximity sensors
Working knowledge of electromechanical equipment, including PLC- and VFD-controlled equipment
Ability to safely remove, install, align, and troubleshoot gears, motors, bearings, shafts, sensors, and flanges
Experience with industrial hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic/test equipment
Experience with pumps, motors, drives, calipers, and test meters
Working knowledge of LOTO procedures and proper PPE requirements
Ability to select appropriate bolts and torque specifications
Experience performing equipment lubrication and oil changes
Ability to perform preventive maintenance, equipment inspections, diagnostics, and emergency repairs
Ability to document maintenance work, PMs, repairs, and parts requirements
Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
Ability to utilize a CMMS to document and update preventive maintenance activities
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
Ability to work effectively as part of a maintenance and production team
Ability to safely maneuver heavy equipment, materials, and parts with or without material-handling equipment
Ability to work the 12-hour rotating night schedule and occasional scheduled overtime
Strong commitment to workplace safety and compliance with Cal-OSHA requirements

Nice-to-Have Skills:

PLC ladder logic troubleshooting or programming experience
VFD troubleshooting experience
Industrial electrical maintenance experience
Industrial mechanical maintenance experience
Vacuum system maintenance experience
Roughing and turbo pump experience
Compressor maintenance experience
Conveyor and roller-table maintenance experience
Automated robotic-arm troubleshooting experience
Experience with stackers, loaders, glass cutters, fans, and blowers
Reverse Osmosis (RO) and Deionized (DI) water-system experience
Experience with overhead rail cranes and forklifts
Industrial controls and automation experience
Experience maintaining highly automated manufacturing or processing lines
Facilities maintenance experience
Experience performing equipment rebuilds and component replacements
Experience identifying equipment improvements that increase reliability, safety, or production efficiency

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Foreman

Company: Orion Talent
Job Ref: # 3467693
Date Posted: 8/26/2026 12:00:00 AM
City, State: Houston, TX
Category: Building Materials
Salary: $30 - $32

Description

The Foreman coordinates and manages the work activities of personnel in the department. They work collaboratively with other department leaders to ensure production or distribution material flow by planning, assigning, and assisting the work, safety, productivity, and training of their work group.

Tasks, Duties, & Responsibilities:

Organizes, leads, and trains employees to complete projects within established guidelines and timeframe
Communicates and executes plans in regard to material flow, planning, assigning, and directing work by coordinating operations and activities within or between departments
Enforces company safety policies and procedures while ensuring work areas are clean and orderly
Regularly communicates with maintenance staff about preventative repairs and maintenance troubleshooting
Assists with on-the-floor training and development of department personnel
Provides input and recommendations with respect to personnel matters including hiring, firing, discipline, promotion, demotion, etc.
Confers with department leaders and management to resolve work problems, complaints, or grievances
Ensures adherence to quality and industry mandates by inspecting materials, products, or equipment by detecting defects or malfunctions
Inspects and reviews all daily data reporting for accuracy and resolves discrepancies as needed
Additional duties as assigned by supervisor

Must-Have Skills, Experience, & Education:

Two years related industrial experience or equivalent training
Leadership experience is required
Demonstrate strong math and measuring skills
Ability to read, comprehend, and respond to general instructions, direction, and correspondence, both oral and written
Ability to work cooperatively with members of various departments
Ability to effectively convey information and directions to others, both oral and written
Basic familiarity with Microsoft office programs and related products\
Personal protective equipment is required
Continuous participation in company safety training
Company forklift operation and certification

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

Work environment is comparable to outdoor temperatures
Regularly stands, bends, and reaches for extended periods
Regularly moves about the facility
Regularly lifts and moves materials up to 50 pounds
Occasionally required to move up to 100 pounds by pushing, pulling, or sliding material. Assistance provided as needed.
Visual inspection of material quality required.
Must be able to work in hot and col work environments without climate-control.
In-person attendance is an essential function of the job

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Maintenance Technician

Company: Orion Talent
Job Ref: # 4986514
Date Posted: 8/24/2026 12:00:00 AM
City, State: Rutland, VT
Category: Building Materials
Salary: $30 - $36

Description

Essential Duties & Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):

Repairs or trouble-shoots (diagnoses) production equipment and supporting systems.
Provides adjustments or calibrations as needed throughout the facility. Executes maintenance assignments under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor or Plant Manager.
Performs preventative maintenance per schedule, weekly, monthly and /or annually. Recognizes and corrects potential equipment failure or unsafe conditions as needed.
Performs welding fabrication to new and existing equipment.
Performs new construction and/or repairs in the facility which includes plumbing, carpentry and electrical. Ensures that all work performed meets required codes (OSHA, city, state, and Federal) and follows ISO 9002 / 14001 procedures.
Reads, interprets, and carries out blueprint designs.
Repairs and maintains all heating and cooling systems and related duct work.
Participates in various training programs designed for maintenance and enhancement of job skills.
Knows, understands, and adheres to all occupational health and safety policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Must-Have Skills, Education, & Experience:

Advanced Electrical, Mechanical and Plumbing skills.
- Strong Mechanical and electrical aptitude
- Strong troubleshooting skills
- Electrical license or ability to obtain electrical license
PLC programming and troubleshooting experience is a plus.
Intermediate level training certificate from AB
- Understanding of Control Logic Systems
Ability to understand and read mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and pneumatic blueprints.
Familiar with wastewater treatment practices.
Familiar with ALL OSHA, NFPA, and EPA practices and policies.
Understand, practice, and enforce safe work practices related to respiratory protection, elevated work platforms, fall protection, control of hazardous energy (lock out/tag out), fire protection systems, electrical safety, and hoists. Ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills in Fork trucks/Scissor Lift operation, welding, cutting, and brazing operations, confined space entry, PPE, and employee Right to Know.
Excellent interpersonal skills and team building experience.
CMMS experience in an industrial environment is a plus.
Ability to operate and repair heavy machinery.
Able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Excellent basic math skills required.
Working knowledge of Microsoft 365, with the ability to learn other software programs.
Attention to detail.
Strong organizational skills.
Self-motivated individual - willing to take the initiative.
Flexibility to work overtime, or weekends as needed.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Associate degree in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or related field preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
4 - 6 years of experience in a similar role in an Industrial Maintenance environment required.

Physical Demands:

The characteristics listed below are representative of the physical demands required by an individual to successfully perform the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; talk and/or hear.
Occasionally required to sit.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 70 pounds and occasionally handle up to 100 pounds with assistance.
Must be able to climb and work from various elevations utilizing appropriate safety gear.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

Position is in a manufacturing and warehousing environment, requires heavy sustained lifting and standing. Environment is subject to seasonality and changes in the weather.
Requires the use of safety equipment as dictated by the work area such as, but not limited to, safety glasses and shoes, respirators, face shields, gloves, aprons.
Must be able to pass a respirator certification, maintain a clean shaven face, and wear a respirator whenever handling hazardous materials.
Work is almost primarily inside and ambient conditions can be hot or cold depending on the season.
Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, airborne particles, and fumes.
Willingness to work evening hours, weekends, and holidays as needed.

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