Garage Door Installer Apprentice

OGD Overhead Garage Door; Christiansburg (VA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Halls Garage Doors, a division of OGD Overhead Garage Door, is seeking a motivated Garage Door Installer Apprentice in Christiansburg, VA. This entry-level role offers hands-on learning in garage door installation, mechanical work, and construction under experienced technicians.

You will assist with installation and repair of residential and commercial doors, follow safety procedures, and gain experience in a skilled trade across job sites in Southwest Virginia.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening.
• Reliable transportation to report to the shop and assigned job sites.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn a skilled trade.
• Ability to work at heights, including ladders, lifts, and elevated work platforms.
• Frequent bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing, reaching, and standing.
• Repetitive use of hands, wrists, and arms while performing installation and repair tasks.
• Physically capable of lifting up to 75 lbs. and climbing ladders.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather and environmental conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assist lead technicians with the installation, service, maintenance, and repair of commercial garage doors and related equipment.
• Support repairs involving springs, cables, tracks, rollers, operators, and hardware components.
• Transport tools, materials, and equipment to and from job sites safely and efficiently.
• Load and unload materials, equipment, and supplies from company vehicles.
• Perform basic construction and installation tasks, including drilling, cutting, fastening, and assembling components under direct supervision.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment at all job sites.
• Follow all company safety procedures and OSHA regulations.
• Operate company vehicles and equipment safely and responsibly when authorized.
• Communicate professionally with customers, coworkers, and supervisors.
• Complete other duties and projects as assigned

Skills

Basic mechanical aptitude

Willingness to learn

Physical stamina

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Description

Halls Garage Doors, a division of OGD Overhead Garage Door, in Southwest Virginia with offices in Christiansburg, Virginia, is passionate about delivering exceptional garage door solutions by offering a wide range of residential and commercial overhead garage door products and services. We are dedicated to quality, safety, and customer satisfaction in every project we undertake.

Position Overview:
We are seeking a motivated Garage Door Installer Apprentice to join our team. This entry-level role is perfect for individuals eager to develop hands‑on skills in garage door installation, mechanical work, and construction. As an apprentice, you will learn from experienced technicians while contributing to the successful installation and repair of garage doors and related systems.

Responsibilities:

• Assist lead technicians with the installation, service, maintenance, and repair of commercial garage doors and related equipment
• Support repairs involving springs, cables, tracks, rollers, operators, and hardware components
• Transport tools, materials, and equipment to and from job sites safely and efficiently
• Load and unload materials, equipment, and supplies from company vehicles
• Perform basic construction and installation tasks, including drilling, cutting, fastening, and assembling components under direct supervision
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment at all job sites
• Follow all company safety procedures and OSHA regulations
• Operate company vehicles and equipment safely and responsibly when authorized
• Communicate professionally with customers, coworkers, and supervisors
• Complete other duties and projects as assigned

Requirements:

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record
• Ability to successfully pass a background check and drug screening
• Reliable transportation to report to the shop and assigned job sites
• Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn a skilled trade
• Ability to work at heights, including ladders, lifts, and elevated work platforms
• Frequent bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing, reaching, and standing
• Repetitive use of hands, wrists, and arms while performing installation and repair tasks
• Physically capable of lifting up to 75 lbs. and climbing ladders
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather and environmental conditions

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