What are the responsibilities and job description for the Skilled Tradesperson position at Basepoint Building Automations?
Skilled Tradesperson *$2,000 sign on bonus
At Basepoint Building Automations, we’re driven by innovation, collaboration, and the belief that technology should make buildings — and the people in them — perform at their best.
We are Problem-solvers. Innovators. Builders. Collaborators. Technicians. Engineers. Thinkers. Learners. Leaders. We’re passionate about turning complex systems into simple, sustainable solutions that make a real impact.
We’re looking for a skilled tradesperson to join our team as an Automatic Doors Technician. This is an opportunity for someone who is ready to bring their expertise, problem-solving skills, and energy to help us engineer what’s next—one building at a time.
Job Overview
The Doors Technician is responsible for the installation, service, repair, and preventative maintenance of commercial pedestrian doors, automatic entrances, and related hardware. This role exists to ensure entrances operate safely, reliably, and in compliance with applicable standards while providing excellent service to customers.
What We Have To Offer
Basepoint was built on the belief that the best companies are owned by the people who show up every day to do the work. As an employee-owned building automation company, we approach every project with a long-term mindset, shared accountability, and pride in doing the work right. Our people are owners, which means higher standards, stronger teamwork, and a long-term mindset. When the company succeeds, we all succeed—and that shows up in how we work every day. When you join Basepoint, you’re not just taking a job, you’re helping build something you own.
At Basepoint Building Automations, we’re driven by innovation, collaboration, and the belief that technology should make buildings — and the people in them — perform at their best.
We are Problem-solvers. Innovators. Builders. Collaborators. Technicians. Engineers. Thinkers. Learners. Leaders. We’re passionate about turning complex systems into simple, sustainable solutions that make a real impact.
We’re looking for a skilled tradesperson to join our team as an Automatic Doors Technician. This is an opportunity for someone who is ready to bring their expertise, problem-solving skills, and energy to help us engineer what’s next—one building at a time.
Job Overview
The Doors Technician is responsible for the installation, service, repair, and preventative maintenance of commercial pedestrian doors, automatic entrances, and related hardware. This role exists to ensure entrances operate safely, reliably, and in compliance with applicable standards while providing excellent service to customers.
What We Have To Offer
- Employee-owned company with opportunities to build your career and invest in your future.
- Competitive pay and benefits package (health, dental, vision, retirement).
- Fully equipped company vehicle, tools and cellphone provided.
- Paid on-the-job training.
- Paid hotel and per diem for occasional overnight travel.
- Company paid AAADMS certification.
- High school degree or equivalent required.
- Trade school or relevant trade experience is necessary.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to work with hand and power tools.
- Ability to read and interpret diagrams, and installation specifications.
- Enjoy working with customers and communicating clearly and professionally to provide great service.
- Valid driver’s license and proof of auto insurance required.
- Install, service, repair, and maintain commercial pedestrian doors, automatic doors, frames, and hardware
- Perform planned and preventative maintenance to ensure proper operation.
- Conduct routine safety inspections and confirm compliance with national safety standards.
- Diagnose mechanical issues and perform adjustments, repairs, or replacements as needed.
- Read and interpret door schedules, installation instructions, and diagrams.
- Operate hand tools, power tools, lifts, and other equipment safely and effectively.
- Follow all safety procedures, job site rules, and company policies.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- High school degree or equivalent required.
- Trade school or relevant trade experience is necessary.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to work with hand and power tools.
- Ability to read and interpret diagrams, and installation specifications.
- Enjoy working with customers and communicating clearly and professionally to provide great service.
- Valid driver’s license and proof of auto insurance required.
- Ability to travel between job sites, with some overnights and on-call some weekends.
- Pass a Background Check and Drug Screen.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Ability to travel between job sites, including occasional overnight travel and on-call weekend work.
- Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull doors, frames, glass, and equipment weighing up to 100 pounds (with assistance as required).
- Regularly bend, stoop, squat, kneel, crouch, and reach overhead during installation and service activities.
- Climb ladders, stairs, lifts, and scaffolding to install or service doors and hardware.
- Stand and walk for prolonged periods throughout the workday.
- Perform repetitive motions and sustain physical effort using hand and power tools.
- Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Safely work at heights and around moving mechanical components.
- Visual and manual dexterity sufficient to align components, read measurements, and ensure precise installation.
Basepoint was built on the belief that the best companies are owned by the people who show up every day to do the work. As an employee-owned building automation company, we approach every project with a long-term mindset, shared accountability, and pride in doing the work right. Our people are owners, which means higher standards, stronger teamwork, and a long-term mindset. When the company succeeds, we all succeed—and that shows up in how we work every day. When you join Basepoint, you’re not just taking a job, you’re helping build something you own.