Install Technician

Burwell Material Handling; Ashland (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401K with company match

Paid time off

Parental leave

Growth opportunities

Community volunteer day

Job summary

Burwell Material Handling in Ashland, VA seeks a hands-on Install Technician to install, troubleshoot, and maintain warehouse equipment such as dock levelers, doors, restraints, and cranes. You will read blueprints, use power and hand tools, and work independently or with a crew, always prioritizing safety.

You’ll join a safety-focused team that values quality work, reliability, and strong problem-solving. Occasional travel to nearby branches and weekend work when needed are possible.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with dock and door equipment preferred.
• Welding experience preferred.
• Read blueprints, wiring schematics, and technical documents.
• Valid driver’s license with clean record.
• Must provide steel-toe boots and safety gear provided by employer.

Responsibilities

• Install and service warehouse and dock equipment including doors, levelers, restraints, and cranes.
• Troubleshoot and repair new and existing equipment.
• Follow manufacturer instructions and blueprints; read wiring schematics.
• Complete work orders and communicate progress clearly.
• Use power/hand tools and operate forklifts/scissor lifts.
• Work safely at heights; adhere to safety protocols.
• Occasionally travel to assist installs at nearby branches; travel is typically voluntary.
• Occasional weekend work as needed in advance.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Blueprints & schematics

Power & hand tools

Working at heights

Driver’s license

Safety compliance

Dock & door equipment

Welding experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Lift equipment

Welding equipment

Job description

At Burwell Material Handling, people come first. Our team, our customers, and the communities we serve are the reason we exist. We're who we are today because of the people behind us. Every team member, every connection, and every customer relationship helped shape this company.

We've built our reputation by delivering smarter, safer material handling across the full lifecycle: equipment sales, rentals, service and parts, fleet telematics, and engineered automation solutions. We do it with the kind of personal attention that comes from being neither too big to care nor too small to keep up. We listen first, we move fast, and we keep our word.

Now we're growing, and we're looking for forward-thinking, motivated teammates who want to help build something meaningful. Here, your contributions count and your voice is heard.

About The Role

We’re looking for a hands-on Install Technician to handle the installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of warehouse equipment—including dock levelers, overhead doors, truck restraints, and overhead cranes. This role requires someone who’s mechanically skilled, reliable, and takes pride in doing quality work. You’ll read blueprints, operate tools, and work both independently and with a crew to get the job done right—while always putting safety first. If you like building, welding, solving mechanical problems, and being part of a dependable, safety-focused team—we want to hear from you!

What You’ll Do

• Install and service warehouse and dock equipment, including overhead doors, dock levelers, restraints, and cranes
• Troubleshoot and repair both new and existing equipment
• Follow manufacturer instructions, blueprints, and electrical/wiring schematics
• Complete work orders thoroughly and communicate job progress or issues clearly
• Use power tools, hand tools, and operate equipment such as forklifts and scissor lifts
• Work safely at heights and adhere to all company safety protocols
• Occasionally travel to assist with installs in other nearby branches—typically voluntary
• Occasional weekend work based on customer needs—minimal and usually scheduled in advance

Skills & Experience We’re Looking For

• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, wiring schematics, and technical documents
• Comfortable using power and hand tools
• Capable of working at heights and operating lift equipment
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Must provide steel-toe boots (all other safety gear is provided)
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Experience with commercial dock and door equipment or warehouse system installations preferred
• Welding and fabrication experience preferred

Benefits

All offers are contingent on passing a pre-employment drug test and background check. Burwell Material Handling is a drug-free workplace.

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Excellent benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, and 401K with Company Match
• Progressive Paid Time Off and Holidays – starting with 3 weeks PTO in your first year
• Paid parental leave for moms and dads
• Opportunities for growth and internal promotion
• Annual Community Impact Day – paid volunteer time in the places we work and live

Our goal is to improve the quality of work life by using fair and consistent treatment and providing equal growth opportunities for all team members. We are an equal opportunity employer as defined by federal, state, or local laws.

If you're looking to build a meaningful career, we’re excited to support your goals and help you grow with us.

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