Automatic Door Installation / Service Technician | West Kelown BC | $40-$45

Fuze HR; West Kelowna; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automatic door solutions company in Canada is seeking an Automatic Door Installation / Service Technician to manage installations and service requests. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience, a valid AAADM inspector certification, and strong mechanical skills. This role involves repairing, maintaining, and installing automatic door systems while ensuring high workmanship standards. This position offers opportunities for growth in a dynamic work environment.

Responsibilities

• Travel to client sites to repair and maintain automatic door systems.
• Make recommendations for repairs or replacements.
• Install automatic doors and associated glass.
• Maintain inventory accuracy on the assigned service vehicle.
• Perform safety inspections to adhere to AAADM standards.

Skills

Visualizing and deconstructing components

Using mobile applications for service requests

Proficient with hand and power tools

Reading and interpreting blueprints

Knowledge of low voltage electrical motors

Interpreting and calculating measurements

Education

Completion of secondary school or relevant education

3-5 years’ experience with automatic entrance systems

AAADM inspector certification

Mechanical / Electrical Aptitude

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Overview

Automatic Door Installation / Service Technician

Join a leading organization at the forefront of innovation in automatic door solutions. A top-tier company across Canada that is a leading manufacturer and installer of automatic pedestrian doors serving retail stores, hospitals, schools, restaurants, commercial and industrial institutions throughout Canada.

We are actively interviewing for dedicated Automatic Door Installation / Service Technicians to contribute to the growing organization’s success. As an Automatic Door Installation / Service Technician, you will play a pivotal role in the installation and maintenance of automatic door systems. You will have a proven track record in servicing and installing automatic doors, possess mechanical and electrical aptitude, and thrive in a supportive work environment.

Location : Kelowna B.C

Perks and Benefits : Automatic Door Installation / Service Technician

Responsibilities

• Address service requests by traveling to client sites to repair, configure, clean, lubricate, and/or replace required components.
• Make recommendations for repair or replacement of automatic door components or entire units, in consultation with Senior Automatic Door Technicians.
• Tend to pedestrian entrance needs with a sense of urgency.
• Communicate parts used, time on site, product functionality and travel through mobile software.
• Maintain a high level of workmanship, ensuring the quality of installation or repair meets client expectations.
• Minimize rework and repeat service-related issues.
• Install automatic doors and automatic door operators and associated glass.
• Liaise with the project team to deliver on client expectations and communicate unforeseen challenges.
• Maintain inventory accuracy on the assigned service vehicle and stay knowledgeable about parts.
• Tend to after-hour service requests and planned overnight installations on a rotational on-call schedule.
• Maintain safe work practices and abide by all NABCO safety procedures.
• Complete appropriate documentation and take pictures to document job completion.
• Perform safety inspections to ensure adherence to AAADM standards.
• Review project documentation to ensure the product and materials on the work order align with client requirements.
• Visit client sites prior to scheduled installation date to confirm readiness and take measurements when needed.
• Inspect the company vehicle for potential safety hazards on a monthly basis.
• Provide guidance to junior level Automatic Door Technicians.
• Assist with product identification and compatibility assessments when required.
• Provide guidance on building code requirements as needed.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Able to visualize and deconstruct multiple working components to assemble/disassemble complete units with minimal flaw.
• Able to use mobile applications designed to program entrance systems and complete service requests.
• Highly proficient with hand and power tools (e.g., drills, caulking guns, pliers, screwdrivers, etc.).
• Able to read and interpret blueprints.
• Strong knowledge of low voltage electrical motors, wiring and components.
• Strong ability to interpret and calculate measurements in metric and imperial format.

Education, Training, Experience

• Completion of secondary school or relevant combination of education and experience.
• 3-5 years’ experience servicing and installing automatic pedestrian entrance systems.
• An active member of AAADM with a valid inspector certification.
• Mechanical / Electrical Aptitude.
• Valid driver’s license with a clear driving record.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

• Often working outdoors, subject to weather patterns relevant to the season.
• Driving distances up to 100+ km, or several hours, one-way on occasion depending on region.
• Occasional overnight work may be required. Typically, no more than 2-3 days at a time.
• May from time to time be subject to tight deadlines.
• Able to safely lift up to 75 lbs independently.
• Warehouse and shop facility may include motorized forklifts with associated moving hazards.
• Often working on construction sites, requiring appropriate PPE as directed.

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