Residential Garage Door Technician I - Troubleshooter

Overhead Door Corporation; Lewiston (ID); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Overhead Door Corporation in Lewiston, Idaho seeks a skilled garage door technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain residential doors and openers. The role involves explaining repair options to homeowners, performing safe installations and maintenance, and keeping precise service records.

You will work on-site at customer locations, handle safety devices, and follow safety guidelines. A High School Diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license are required, with 1–2 years of related experience

Qualifications

• Strong troubleshooting and mechanical skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking ability.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of residential garage door systems, openers, and safety devices.
• Valid driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and troubleshoot issues with garage doors, openers, springs, cables, rollers, sensors, remotes, and control systems.
• Perform skilled repairs and routine maintenance on residential garage doors, openers, and associated hardware to ensure safe and reliable operation
• Communicate clearly and professionally with homeowners to explain repair needs, product options, and service processes.
• Maintain detailed and accurate records of all service and installation activities, including parts used, labor performed, and completion status.
• Operate hand and power tools safely and efficiently while maintaining a clean and organized work area.
• Maintain an appropriate and well-organized inventory of commonly used parts and tools in the company vehicle to support efficient daily operations.
• Respond to emergency or on-call service requests on a rotating schedule (if applicable).
• Ensure all work complies with company quality standards, manufacturer specifications, local building codes, and safety guidelines.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical skills

Problem-solving

Interpersonal communication

Independent work

Residential garage doors knowledge

Valid driver’s license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Overhead Door Corporation in Lewiston, Idaho seeks a skilled garage door technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain residential doors and openers. The role involves explaining repair options to homeowners, performing safe installations and maintenance, and keeping precise service records.

You will work on-site at customer locations, handle safety devices, and follow safety guidelines. A High School Diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license are required, with 1–2 years of related experience