Commercial Dock and Door Technician

Job Summary

Provides installation and service on commercial garage doors and automated door openers for new or residential customers. Advanced skill set required.

• Install all types and sizes of garage doors using ladders, genie lifts, or scissor lifts.
• Drive a 20 ft. trailer attached to transport equipment.
• Interpret garage door schematic diagrams to install or repair automated door openers.
• Inspect job sites to assess headroom, side room, or other conditions to determine appropriateness of door for a given location.
• Adjust all door types to open or close and make simple adjustments to electric openers.
• Apply hardware to door sections, such as drilling holes to install locks.
• Repair or replace worn or broken door parts using hand tools.
• Carry springs to tops of doors, using ladders or genie lift, attach springs to tracks to shaft.
• Measure and wind a variety of spring sizes, using proper size winding bar and correct movement.
• Climb ladders ranging from 6 ft. to 30 ft., using a safety belt.
• Complete required paperwork, such as work orders, for services performed.
• Assemble and fasten tracks to structures or bucks; use impact wrenches or welding equipment.
• Fasten angle iron back-hangers to ceilings and tracks, using fasteners or welding equipment.
• Install door frame bucks, rails, steel rolling curtains, electronic‑eye mechanisms, or electric door openers and closers, using power tools, hand tools, and electronic test equipment.
• Cut door stops or angle irons to fit openings.
• Set doors into place or stack hardware sections into openings after rail or track installation.
• Remove or disassemble defective automatic mechanical door closers, using hand tools.
• Order replacement springs, sections, or slats.
• Bore or cut holes in flooring as required for installation, using hand or power tools.
• Collect payment upon job completion when required.

• Basic tools are provided by the company; lost tools will be charged back to the employee.
• Cordless lease options available for drill, charger, and 2 batteries.

• Valid state driver’s license or ability to obtain one prior to employment.
• Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills (high school diploma or equivalent).
• Ability to use technology‑based equipment and software, tablets, phones, etc.
• General knowledge of basic electrical wiring and electrical testers.
• Ability to lift up to 80 pounds overhead and walk carrying a load, stand or sit for prolonged periods, and have hand dexterity and full range of motion.
• Physical activities requiring considerable use of arms, legs, and whole body such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
• Ability to handle heights up to 40 ft. using a scissor lift.
• Problem‑solving skills and the ability to analyze information and evaluate results to choose the best solution.
• Team‑environment communication skills and ability to communicate with supervisors and peers in written or verbal form.
• Customer‑service skills and ability to deal with the public.

D&D policy is to have all employees work in an environment free from harm. All employees are responsible to ensure each other’s safety while on the job. Report all safety issues or concerns to the safety manager. All on‑job injuries must be reported to Direct Manager/Supervisor or Safety Manager within 24 hours. Basic understanding of PPE (Personal Protection Equipment) required and failure to use PPE can result in fines and termination of employment.

• Background Certification – required by builders
• Defensive Driving Certification
• Fall Protection Safety Class
• OSHA Safety Training – monthly training participation is required and provided on site at no cost to the employee
• Ability to read MSDS sheets and understand hazards of materials used on the job
• Ladder usage – proper ladder usage, height & weight thresholds, and transportation of ladders

Entry level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Construction