Commercial Overhead Door Technician (Repair & Installation)

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Commercial Overhead Door Technician (Repair & Installation)
Location: Greater Cincinnati / Southwest Ohio
Job Type: Full-Time | Field-Based
Compensation: Competitive Hourly + Overtime

tdgFacilities is a dynamic integrated facilities management company committed to excellence, integrity, and teamwork. Our team is seeking a skilled Commercial Overhead Door Technician with experience in installation, service, and repair of industrial and commercial door systems to service our customers in the Greater Cincinnati / Southwest Ohio region.

This role is ideal for a technician with strong mechanical aptitude, electrical troubleshooting capability, and experience working with rolling steel doors, sectional doors, high-speed doors, dock equipment, door operators, and access systems .

This is a field service role , focused on delivering high-quality work across commercial, industrial, institutional, and logistics facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform installation, repair, and preventative maintenance on:
  • Commercial sectional overhead doors
  • Rolling steel doors and grilles
  • High-speed / rapid roll-up doors
  • Loading dock equipment (levelers, seals, restraints)
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and control system issues
• Repair or replace:
  • Springs, cables, rollers, tracks, hinges, operators, and motors
  • Door openers, sensors, relays, and control panels
• Conduct safety inspections and compliance checks (ANSI, OSHA, industry codes)
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams
• Complete service documentation, work orders, and inspection reports
• Maintain company vehicle, tools, and stocked inventory
• Interface professionally with customers, site managers, and dispatch teams

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in:
  • Commercial overhead door repair
  • Garage door installation (commercial/industrial)
  • OR related trades (mechanical, electrical, millwright, facilities maintenance)
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Torsion spring systems and counterbalance systems
  • Commercial door operators (LiftMaster, Genie, etc.)
  • Electrical troubleshooting (24V/120V/240V systems)
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work at heights (ladders, lifts)
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record
• Willingness to work on-call / emergency service rotation

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with rolling steel door repair , dock leveler service , or industrial door systems
• Certifications such as:
  • IDEA (Institute of Door Dealer Education and Accreditation)
  • OSHA 10/30
• Familiarity with:
  • Access control systems and security integration
  • Welding / fabrication
  • Preventative maintenance programs for facilities
• Experience in field service technician roles , mobile technician environments , or IFM (Integrated Facilities Management)

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage based on experience
• Overtime opportunities
• Company vehicle (for qualified technicians with a good driving record)
• Tool allowance / company-provided tools
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Career growth opportunities within Integrated Facilities Management Services

Why Join Us?

• Strong backlog of commercial and industrial work
• Focus on self-performed service delivery with an experienced team of professionals
• Investment in technician training and certifications
• Structured dispatching and scheduling support
• Opportunity to work across Class A office, industrial, education, and logistics facilities

tdgFacilities is a full-service facilities management company based in Cincinnati, OH with over 6M square feet under management in OH, IN, KY, TN, GA, AL & FL. We work together to go above and beyond to ensure that our clients are proud of their environment. Our clients include Fortune 500 companies, healthcare facilities, public and private schools, private investor groups and municipalities.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.