Door Service Apprentice: Hands-On Craft & Growth

USA Hometown Experts; Homewood (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Dixie Overhead Door in Homewood, AL is seeking a full-time apprentice door service technician to join our family‑owned team. The role focuses on installing and servicing garage doors, with opportunities to learn and grow in a supportive environment.

You will perform preventative maintenance, troubleshoot issues, and work with customers and team members to ensure quality, safety, and timely completion of tasks.

Qualifications

• Welding and stick welding knowledge preferred.
• 0–2 years’ experience with garage doors preferred.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and maneuver heavy items; climb ladders; work at heights and in tight spaces.
• Familiar with maintenance tools and equipment including a tape measure.
• Must have valid driver's license.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Assist with completing installing and servicing of garage doors.
• Providing preventative maintenance and troubleshooting issues using appropriate equipment.
• Using critical thinking and problem-solving skills during day-to-day operations.
• Completing assigned work in a timely manner.
• Building and maintaining relationships with customers and team members.
• Complete additional task assigned by lead technician or manager.

Skills

Welding

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Electrical basics

Driver's license

Tools

Tape measure

Maintenance tools

Ladders

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

Dixie Overhead Door in Homewood, AL is seeking a full-time apprentice door service technician to join our family‑owned team. The role focuses on installing and servicing garage doors, with opportunities to learn and grow in a supportive environment.

You will perform preventative maintenance, troubleshoot issues, and work with customers and team members to ensure quality, safety, and timely completion of tasks.