Automatic Door Service Technician

Overhead Door Corporation; Hatfield Township (PA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Overhead Door Corporation in Philadelphia, PA is seeking an Automatic Door Service Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain door systems at customer sites. Travel within the Philadelphia area to service residential and commercial installations, with emphasis on safety and customer satisfaction.

You will read schematics, troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues, and perform preventive maintenance. AAADM certification within six months is required; a valid driver's license is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Mechanical and electrical skills with troubleshooting.
• Ability to read safety rules and manuals; write basic reports; clear communication.
• Valid driver's license; AAADM certification within six months.
• Basic math and tape measure reading.
• Strong problem-solving; follow written/verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assist and perform maintenance on door equipment including automatic doors.
• Diagnose faulty equipment and identify cause of malfunction.
• Travel throughout coverage area during workday.
• Drive safely between service locations.
• Support our safety program and OSHA compliance.
• Complete work orders on computer-based documents.
• Coordinate with parts and sales to meet customer needs.
• Report potential customer issues and communicate professionally.
• Interact with customers, employees and management in a cooperative manner.
• Perform work in varied environments and weather conditions.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

Troubleshooting

Communication

Basic math

Tape measure

Problem-solving

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

AAADM certification (ANSI 156.10 & 156.19)

Job description

Automatic Door Service Technician - $26-36/hr - Philadelphia PA and surrounding areas

Ready to take your technical skills on the road? We're looking for a motivated, customer-focused technician with experience in mechanical repair, electrical troubleshooting, maintenance, or related trades. In this field-service role, you'll travel to customer sites to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain door systems while delivering exceptional service and building lasting customer relationships. If you enjoy solving problems and making a difference for customers every day, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Mechanical and electrical skills required; troubleshooting experience
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, manuals, and procedures; write basic reports; and communicate clearly with customers and team members
• Able to perform basic math and read a tape measure
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to follow written, verbal, diagram, or schedule-based instructions
• Valid driver's license required; must obtain AAADM certification (ANSI 156.10 & 156.19) within six months of hire

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 150 pounds. A two-person lift is required for anything 50 pounds and more. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Must be capable of working at heights to service doors and operators using ladders

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee works in many different environments including hospitals, pharmaceuticals facilities, business offices and retail locations and is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, extreme cold, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock, and vibration.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants or employees based on any protected characteristic under federal, state, or local laws. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Mechanical and electrical skills required; troubleshooting experience
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, manuals, and procedures; write basic reports; and communicate clearly with customers and team members
• Able to perform basic math and read a tape measure
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to follow written, verbal, diagram, or schedule-based instructions
• Valid driver's license required; must obtain AAADM certification (ANSI 156.10 & 156.19) within six months of hire

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 150 pounds. A two-person lift is required for anything 50 pounds and more. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Must be capable of working at heights to service doors and operators using ladders

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee works in many different environments including hospitals, pharmaceuticals facilities, business offices and retail locations and is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, extreme cold, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock, and vibration.

• Assist and perform maintenance efficiently and effectively on door equipment including automatic doors, entrance doors, handles and closers.
• Learn to diagnose faulty equipment and apply knowledge of functional operation of unit and systems to identify the extent and cause of malfunction.
• Work with dispatch team and other departments
• Understand the safe use of equipment and tools in compliance with OSHA standards.
• Completes work orders on computer-based documents according to established procedures
• Project a positive image when interacting customers, employees and management in a cooperative, supportive and courteous manner.
• Communicate and work with the parts and sales departments to ensure the customer's needs are being met; immediately report any potential customer issues that need to be addressed and communicate positively and courteously with our customers.
• Travel throughout coverage area during workday.
• Drive safely and efficiently from point to point in service area.
• Proactively support our safety program and initiatives, comply with all safety policies and procedures and ensure utilization of safe work practices on site, in the warehouse and in the office.
• Performs work in a variety of customer environments including exposure to elements and in-climate weather.
• Performs all other duties assigned