What are the responsibilities and job description for the Field Technician position at Unified Door and Hardware Group?
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Qualifications
Compensation
Benefits
Posting Period
Company Overview
Unified Door & Hardware Group (UDHG), a Foundation Building Materials company, is a premier distributor and solutions provider for the commercial door and hardware industry across North America. With a focus on quality, service, and expertise, UDHG partners with contractors, builders, and architects to deliver comprehensive door, frame, and hardware solutions for a wide range of projects. Headquartered in New Jersey, UDHG operates with a strong presence across the United States, supported by a team of dedicated professionals. Our Core Values of Safety, Customer Commitment, Teamwork, Integrity, and Excellence serve as the foundation of our success, driving superior service and trusted partnerships throughout the industry.
Overview:
Position Overview
At Unified Door & Hardware Group (UDHG), Field Technicians are vital to delivering safety and security solutions in the field. You’ll install, service, and maintain CCTV systems to meet client needs and ensure reliable performance. With your technical expertise and field experience, you help protect what matters most—while supporting UDHG’s commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.
Responsibilities and Qualifications:
Key Responsibilities
- Installation, Service & Repair
- Install, service, and adjust commercial man doors and frames in compliance with building codes
- Apply and install door hardware including locks, closers, and exit devices
- Repair or replace damaged wood and hollow metal doors and frames sing proper tools and equipment
- Perform on-site welding and hardware modifications for hollow metal doors and frames
- Work independently to high-quality standards in both occupied buildings and active construction sites
Technical Knowledge & Documentation
- Be familiar with specifications, shop drawings, hardware schedules, blueprints and schematic diagrams in order to determine appropriate methods of installing or repairing doors and hardware
- Complete required daily paperwork, such as time sheets, daily reports, work orders
Communication- Communicate effectively with our customers and PM Team
Safety
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized warehouse environment
- Follow all safety protocols and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements to maintain a safe working environment
- Use proper lifting techniques
- Adhere to all driving regulations based on state and/or jurisdiction policies such as wearing a seatbelt
- Wear appropriate personal protective equipment safety shoes and clothing
Physical Requirements
- Frequent use of hands and arms for equipment operation, grasping and manipulation
- Frequent driving or sitting in a truck, forklift or other similar equipment for multiple hours a day
- Frequent pushing, pulling, lifting or carrying building materials weighing approximately 100 pounds, using proper lifting procedures; and occasionally pushing, pulling, lifting or carrying greater weights. Pushing and pulling carts loaded carts over various distances and surfaces. Some functions may be performed as a team
- Additional physical requirements may be needed as duties are assigned
Miscellaneous
- Support our values in the stated areas of Safety, Customer Focus, Teamwork, Integrity and being a Company of Choice for both employees and customers
- Other duties as assigned by management
Qualifications
- High School diploma or equivalent technical or vocational training is a plus
- Minimum 2 years’ experience as in door and hardware installation, maintenance, or repair preferred
- Strong knowledge of Hollow Metal Doors & Frames, Architectural Wood Doors and Frames, and Finish Hardware products and systems
- Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
- Effective communication and customer service skills
- Knowledge of safety protocols and guidelines
- OSHA Certification Preferred
- Must possess valid driver’s license with good driving record
- Must be willing to travel within territory as needed
Reports To
Branch Manager
Compensation
The listed pay range reflects the expected base rate for this position; actual compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, and cost of living in the assigned market. This is a full-time position with competitive pay and benefits.
Benefits
At UDHG, we’re committed to supporting our employees both personally and professionally. We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to help you thrive inside and outside of work. Our excellent package includes:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- HSA/ FSA plans
- Voluntary Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
- Critical illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Coverage
- Legal Insurance Plan
- Generous 401(k) plan with company match
- A career path designed with you in mind
Equal Opportunity Employer
Unified Door & Hardware Group, a Foundation Building Materials company, is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including those with disabilities. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws, we ensure reasonable accommodations are provided to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job. If you require an accommodation during the application process or while employed, please contact Human Resources for assistance.
Unified Door & Hardware Group, a Foundation Building Materials company, is an Equal opportunity Employer. We value diversity and inclusion and are dedicated to creating a workplace where all employees feel respected and empowered. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability status, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Unified Door & Hardware Group, a Foundation Building Materials company, is an Equal opportunity Employer. We value diversity and inclusion and are dedicated to creating a workplace where all employees feel respected and empowered. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability status, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Posting Period
This job will be posted for at least 5 days, starting on the initial post date reflected above.