Dock and Door Apprentice

Eastern Lift Truck Co.; York (York County); On-site; USD 38,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle with fuel card

Medical, dental, vision, and Rx plan

401k with partial company match

Paid vacation and sick days

Paid holidays

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Eastern Lift Truck Co. in York, PA is seeking a Dock and Door Technician Apprentice. This entry-level role includes a formal training program with mentors to learn safety standards and how to interact with customers.

You will assist with installation and repair of overhead doors and dock leveling systems, troubleshoot mechanical and electrical components, and perform work from ladders and lifts. Eastern Lift Truck Co.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
• Dependable, stable work history.
• Comfortable with heights.

Responsibilities

• Assist lead technician in installing and repairing overhead doors and dock leveling systems.
• Help resolve issues to customer satisfaction within policy.
• Learn troubleshooting and repairs on mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
• Work from ladders, scaffolding, and aerial lifts; wear PPE and fall protection.
• Use tablet and cellphone to document work performed and communicate with customers and internal staff.

Skills

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Customer interaction

Job description

Posted Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Eastern Lift Truck Co. Dock and Door Technician Apprentice

Currently, we are accepting applications for a Dock and Door Technician Apprentice to support our York, PAlocation. We offer tremendous opportunity for growth, competitive compensation and benefits for individuals who want a career with a great company that maintains a family feel!

This is an entry level position where you can learn the mechanics of overhead doors and dock leveling systems. You will have mentors to guide you through our formal training program, where you will learn how to maintain safety standards and interact with customers. From classroom modules to hands on training, we will prepare you for a career as a Dock and Door Technician!

Main Duties:

• Assist lead technician in the installation and/or repair of overhead door and dock leveling systems
• Help to resolve issues to customer satisfaction within policy
• Will work to learn troubleshooting and repairs on mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems pertaining to the operation of overhead doors and dock leveling systems
• Works from ladders, scaffolding, and aerial lifts. Wears PPE and fall protection
• Use of technology (such as tablet & cellphone) for documenting work performed & communication with customers and internal office personnel

Requirements:

• Working knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems (preferred, but not required)
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds
• Dependable, stable work history
• Comfortable with heights

Benefits:

• Potential for company vehicle with fuel card, company cell phone; medical, dental, vision, and prescription plan. 401k with partial company match, paid vacation and sick days, paid holidays, short- & long-term disability, and basic/supplemental life insurance policies.

Who is Eastern Lift Truck Co.?

Eastern Lift Truck Co., is a family-owned company, celebrating over 50 years strong. We provide sales, parts, rentals and service in all areas of the Lift Truck, Material Handling and Allied product business. At Eastern Lift Truck Co. we know that the employees are the 'heart and soul' of the company.

"Eastern Lift Truck Co. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including Disabled/Vets"