Service Apprentice Technician

Arbon Equipment Corporation; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement savings program with 401(k)

Paid holidays and vacation time

Job summary

Arbon Equipment Corporation is looking for Rite-Hite Service Technicians in San Diego, California. This entry-level role involves installing, maintaining, and repairing loading dock equipment and industrial doors at customer facilities. Technicians will work independently or in small teams and interact with customers as primary contacts.

Applicants should have prior mechanical or electrical experience, be able to work outdoors, and lift up to 100 pounds. The position offers comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and retirement savings programs.

Qualifications

• Entry-level position; prior mechanical or electrical experience helpful.
• Ability to work independently in a field environment.
• Good customer service skills.
• Ability to work outdoors, at heights, and lift up to 100 pounds.
• Driving a company vehicle; clean driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair loading dock equipment and industrial doors.
• Act as a technical resource for customers and the sales force.
• Work independently or in small teams in a field service environment.
• Serve as a primary customer contact.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Electrical experience

Customer service

Ability to work outdoors

Job description

About the Company

At Arbon Equipment, a Rite‑Hite Company, your work makes an impact. We deliver industry‑leading solutions that keep workplaces safe, productive, and efficient. When you join Arbon Equipment, you’re not just selling or servicing equipment – you’re building trusted partnerships with customers and growing your career with a company backed by the strength of Rite‑Hite’s global innovation.

Role Overview

Rite‑Hite Service Technicians install, maintain, and repair loading dock equipment and industrial doors at customer facilities. In addition, Service Technicians act as a technical resource for our customers and the sales force. This position works independently or in small teams in a field service environment, and is a primary customer contact. As an apprentice, you will spend the majority of your time working closely with a senior Technician, learning our products and our customers and developing the skills needed to work on your own.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair loading dock equipment and industrial doors.
• Act as a technical resource for customers and the sales force.
• Work independently or in small teams in a field service environment.
• Serve as a primary customer contact.

Qualifications

• Entry‑level position; prior mechanical or electrical experience helpful.
• Ability to work independently in a field environment.
• Good customer service skills.
• Ability to work outdoors, at heights, and lift up to 100 pounds.
• Driving a company vehicle; pre‑employment drug test and clean driving record required, as is a DOT physical.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus life and disability insurance.
• Well‑being program with an opportunity to receive an extra day off and more.
• Retirement savings program with 401(k), company match, and profit sharing.
• Paid holidays, vacation time, and personal/sick days each year.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Rite‑Hite is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. In accordance with VEVRAA, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for protected veterans. We are also committed to maintaining a drug‑free workplace for the safety of our employees and customers.