What are the responsibilities and job description for the Commercial Door Technician position at Sylvester's Dock & Door Service?
Door Technician – Commercial Doors
Sylvester's Dock & Door is a fast-growing, privately owned dock equipment and commercial door service company with 15 years of operation and 30 employees in the Denver, CO market.
We service a wide range of commercial customers — warehouses, distribution centers, government facilities, car dealerships, apartment complexes, cold storage facilities, and more — and we're looking for an experienced commercial door technician who takes pride in quality work and reliable service.
What You'll Do
As a Door Technician, you will independently manage a daily route of service calls, installations, and preventive maintenance for commercial customers. Responsibilities include:
- Install, service, troubleshoot, and repair commercial overhead doors, sectional doors, high-speed doors, rolling steel doors, and fire doors
- Service and repair dock equipment including dock levelers, dock seals and shelters, dock bumpers, and restraints
- Install, adjust, and repair commercial door operators, access control systems, gate operators, and related hardware
- Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues with door systems and operator components
- Complete digital work orders via company-issued phone and tablet
- Maintain a clean, organized company service vehicle and tool inventory
- Communicate professionally with commercial facility managers, maintenance directors, and warehouse personnel
- Adhere to all OSHA safety standards and company safety protocols
What We're Looking For
- 1–3 years of hands-on commercial door experience required — overhead doors, sectional doors, high-speed doors, dock equipment, or related field
- Experience with brands such as Rytec, Assa Abloy, Overhead Door, Amarr, Clopay, LiftMaster, Chamberlain, BEA, or similar preferred
- Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams and perform basic electrical troubleshooting
- Strong mechanical aptitude — experience with springs, cables, tracks, and hardware adjustment
- Ability to work independently, manage a route, and communicate with customers
- Comfortable working at heights, in varying weather conditions, and in industrial/warehouse environments
- IDEA or DHI certification a plus but not required
What You'll Get
- Competitive hourly pay based on experience
- Company-provided service truck with paid gas, tolls, washes, and maintenance
- Company-issued phone and tablet
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage — Sylvester's covers most of the premium; coverage starts the first of the month after 30 days of employment
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid major holidays
- Vacation and sick time
- Monday–Friday daytime hours with overtime opportunity
- A stable, growing company where technicians are valued and supported