Commercial Door Technician
Thomas Door
Salary undisclosed
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Description
At Thomas Door Controls, you are part of a team that has been serving Central Ohio with integrity and craftsmanship since 1949. We offer stability, hands-on training, and opportunities to grow your skills across a wide range of commercial door systems. Our team is supportive, professional, and proud to be known as Central Ohio’s door experts. Here, you do not just open doors, you open opportunities for your future.
Overhead Commercial Door Technician-Columbus
What you'll do You'll independently install, service, and repair commercial overhead doors, dock equipment, gates, industrial doors, and automatic doors — ensuring every job is completed with precision and safety. As we expand our product line to include commercial overhead doors and dock equipment, you'll be at the forefront of that growth. You'll respond to assignments from our dispatch team, maintain an organized service truck, and represent our company with professionalism on every job site.
Each day brings new challenges — problem-solving, hands-on work, and building strong customer relationships through exceptional service and clear communication.
The day-to-day
- Work independently or with a small team to install and repair a wide range of commercial doors, overhead doors, dock levelers, dock restraints, and related hardware
- Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings to accurately execute installation and repair tasks
- Perform welding and basic fabrication work on door frames and metal components as needed
- Identify and communicate opportunities to provide customers with additional products and services
- Maintain detailed, accurate job-related paperwork and submit in a timely manner
- Operate in a safety-conscious manner at all times, including when working at heights or with heavy equipment
What you'll need
- 2+ years of experience working with commercial doors
- Overhead door installation and/or service experience strongly preferred
- Mechanical aptitude with ability to troubleshoot door systems and related hardware
- Excellent communication, customer service, and organizational skills
What will help you on the job
- Experience with dock levelers, dock restraints, or loading dock equipment
- Valid driver's license (CDL preferred)
- Ability to read schematics and technical drawings
EEO Statement
At Thomas Door, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic. If you would like to request accommodation on the basis of disability for completing this on-line application, please contact Human Resources.
About this role
Thomas Door is looking for an experienced technician to join their Columbus operation as they expand their commercial door offerings. You'd work independently installing, servicing, and repairing overhead doors, dock equipment, gates, and automatic door systems—interpreting blueprints, performing welding and fabrication as needed, and handling everything from troubleshooting to customer communication. The role demands precision and safety awareness, especially when working at heights or with heavy equipment, along with the ability to maintain accurate paperwork and spot upsell opportunities.
This position suits someone with at least two years of commercial door experience, ideally with overhead door installation or service background. You'll need solid mechanical troubleshooting skills, a valid driver's license, and the ability to read technical drawings. A CDL and prior dock equipment experience are valuable assets. The company emphasizes hands-on training and professional growth within a long-established, stable business that's been serving Central Ohio since 1949—meaning you'd be part of a team with real expertise and room to develop your skills as their product line grows.
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