Job Openings at Tallman

Build your Future with Tallman 

We’re currently hiring for several hands-on positions across our warehouse and shop operations, including Receiving, Shipping, and Shop Helper roles. If you’re dependable, willing to learn, and not afraid of a little hard work and the occasional forklift ballet, we’d love to hear from you. Explore the openings below to find the position that fits your skills and interests.

Receptionist / Billing Clerk

Location: Columbus, Indiana

Company Overview

Since 1952 Tallman Equipment Company has been a trusted manufacturer and distributor of tools and equipment; supplying a multitude of utility markets. With an experienced, customer-focused sales and service team, we confidently serve the electrical utility, transmission, distribution, telecommunications, and industrial markets. Tallman Equipment is staffed with expert tool specialists who are available to advise our customers on nearly any product or tool need including: stringing, lifting/rigging, fiberglass, rubber goods/cover-up, and grounding. We are currently seeking a Tool Specialist to join our inside sales team. The Tool Specialist will be responsible for sales growth and business development through inbound and outbound calls from electrical utilities, contractors, and electrical cooperatives. This position will be located at Tallman Equipment’s Central Division in Addison, IL.

Position Overview:
Tallman Equipment, a growing distribution company, is seeking a reliable and organized Receptionist / Billing Clerk to join our team. This role combines front-desk responsibilities with administrative and billing support to help ensure smooth daily operations. The ideal candidate is professional, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced office environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Reception & Administrative Duties
• Greet and assist visitors, drivers, and customers in a professional and friendly manner
• Answer and direct incoming phone calls and emails
• Manage incoming and outgoing mail
• Order Office Supplies
• Maintain a clean and organized front office area
• Filing
• Provide general administrative support to office staff and management
• Other duties as assigned

Billing & Accounting Support

• Prepare and process customer invoices accurately and in a timely manner
• Verify billing information, pricing, and shipping documentation
• Enter billing data into the accounting or ERP system
• Assist with accounts receivable tracking and payment posting
• Communicate with customers regarding billing questions or discrepancies
• Maintain organized billing records and documentation

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Previous receptionist, administrative, or billing experience is a plus
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Experience with accounting or ERP software is a plus
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively

Work Environment:

• Office setting within a distribution/warehouse facility
• Regular interaction with office staff, warehouse personnel, drivers, and customers

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive hourly wage based on experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Paid time off and holidays
• Opportunities for growth within the company

How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their resume and a brief cover letter to dawnf@tallmanequipment.com or apply through www.tallmanequipment.com.

Tallman Equipment is an equal opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce.

INSIDE SALES REPRESENTATIVE:

Location: Addison, Illinois

Company Overview

Since 1952 Tallman Equipment Company has been a trusted manufacturer and distributor of tools and equipment; supplying a multitude of utility markets. With an experienced, customer-focused sales and service team, we confidently serve the electrical utility, transmission, distribution, telecommunications, and industrial markets. Tallman Equipment is staffed with expert tool specialists who are available to advise our customers on nearly any product or tool need including: stringing, lifting/rigging, fiberglass, rubber goods/cover-up, and grounding. We are currently seeking a Tool Specialist to join our inside sales team. The Tool Specialist will be responsible for sales growth and business development through inbound and outbound calls from electrical utilities, contractors, and electrical cooperatives. This position will be located at Tallman Equipment’s Central Division in Addison, IL.

Detailed Description

• Has a passion for sales in the electrical transmission & distribution markets
• Differentiates Tallman Equipment products and services from competition utilizing product and non-product factors
• Has a strong commitment to providing customer service within a team environment
• Overcome the objections of prospective customers
• Manage key accounts through prompt customer service
• Pro-active with consistent follow ups on quotes and leads
• Updates knowledge through researching products and participating in educational opportunities
• Develops accounts by checking customer’s buying history, suggesting related and new items, and explaining technical features

Critical Competencies

• Strong communications skills, both written and oral
• Self-motivated and self-directed
• Able to multitask, prioritize and manage time efficiently
• Well organized relative to tasks and account management
• Ability to work the necessary hours to effectively execute job responsibilities
• Use technical knowledge of product offerings to support and build sales
• Proficient in computer-related skills

Education & Experience

• No prior sales experience required
• PC Skills using spreadsheets, word processing, and other office management applications preferred
• Ability to work with customer relationship management (CRM) software

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Addison, IL 60101 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Receiving Department:

Location: Columbus, Indiana

Duties include but not limited to, unloading delivery trucks, i.e. UPS, FedEx, Amazon, Hot Shots, Flatbed and line haul trucks. This job requires physical stamina and the ability to lift, push, pull and bend. Handlers must be able to handle packages without dropping or causing damage. Checking incoming shipments against product purchase orders, organizing orders, and product put-aways in bin locations. Notifying management personnel when they don’t have enough of a particular product, too much of a particular product or get the wrong product all together. Be a problem solver and communicate with co-workers. Driving a forklift. No experience needed, there is on the job training.

Shipping Department:

Location: Columbus, Indiana

Duties include but are not limited to, picking, sorting, boxing, packaging and loading shipments onto delivery trucks. I.e. UPS, FedEx, Amazon, Hot Shots, Flatbed and line haul trucks. Must ensure all orders are being picked and filled with the correct items and quantities, correctly box up, tape and label and ensure all packages are handled carefully and going to the correct customer, location and with the correct items and quantities ordered. This job requires physical stamina and the ability to lift, push, pull and bend. Handlers must be able to handle packages without dropping or causing damage. Handler will be responsible for keeping accurate accountability of the items packaged and shipped. Be a problem solver and communicate with co-workers. Be able to work with material handling machines. No experience needed, there is on the job training.

Shop Helper:

Location: Columbus, Indiana

Duties include but are not limited to, Basic knowledge of hand tools, Inspection and testing of various utility tools and equipment. This job requires physical stamina and the ability to lift, push, pull and bend. Driving a forklift, operating a floor sweeper. Shop clean-up and equipment maintenance. No experience needed, however someone with basic mechanical abilities is desirable. There is on the job training.