Independent Garage Door Technician

Lever, Inc.; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Lever, Inc. is seeking motivated independent residential garage door technicians as 1099 contractors in the Louisville area. You will perform repairs, installations, and maintenance for residential customers in a flexible, performance-driven role with comprehensive training provided.

Contractors set their own schedule and may accept or decline jobs. Initial hardware and tools are provided; training is paid. Weekly compensation ranges from $1,200 to $1,700 depending on jobs completed.

Qualifications

• Must be mechanically inclined and comfortable working with tools and equipment.
• Strong communication and customer service skills are essential.
• Ability and willingness to service jobs within an agreed-upon service area.
• Must own a pickup truck 20 years old or newer; access to required equipment provided?
• Willingness to attend an initial 10-day training session in Fort Worth, TX to learn service standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform residential garage door repairs, installations, and preventative maintenance.
• Diagnose customer concerns and provide effective solutions in a professional manner.
• Use OGD's platform to accept jobs and communicate status.
• Maintain high level of customer service on each job.
• Follow safety practices and work with tools and equipment.
• Remove and haul away old doors and equipment and document work orders.

Skills

Mechanically inclined

Communication skills

Customer service

Physical ability

Service area coverage

Vehicle ownership

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Ladders

Job description

Position Overview

OGD Overhead Garage Door is seeking motivated and dependable independent contractors to join our team as Independent Residential Garage Door Technicians. In this 1099 contractor role, you will provide garage door repair, installation, and maintenance services for residential customers while delivering a high level of customer service and professionalism.

This opportunity is ideal for individuals who are mechanically inclined, customer-focused, and interested in building a flexible, performance-driven career.

No prior garage door experience is required — training is provided.

Responsibilities:

• Perform residential garage door repairs, installations, and preventative maintenance
• Diagnose customer concerns and provide effective solutions in a professional manner
• Use OGD's job-routing platform to accept available jobs and communicate job status
• Maintain a high level of customer service throughout each job
• Perform all work in accordance with industry-standard safety practices
• Operate hand tools, power tools, and ladders up to 8 feet
• Remove and haul away old garage doors and equipment
• Maintain accurate job documentation and work order updates

Requirements:

• Must own a pickup truck that is 20 years old or newer
• Mechanically inclined and comfortable working with tools and equipment
• Physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs. and climbing ladders
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability and willingness to service jobs within an agreed-upon service area
• Willingness to attend an initial 10-Day training session in Fort Worth, TX to learn OGD's service standards and systems

Compensation & Contractor Information:

• 1099 independent contractor position
• Uncapped commission earning potential
• Weekly payment
• Contractors set their own schedule and may accept or decline available jobs
• Initial hardware, springs, tools, and related equipment are provided by the company
• Paid training provided — no prior garage door experience required

$1,200 - $1,700 a week