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Overhead Door Service Technician Job Description This role focuses on the hands-on installation, service, and repair of overhead door systems and electric garage door openers across commercial and residential sites. You travel to customer locations, communicate professionally with customers, and assess door systems to determine the appropriate installation or repair work. The position combines mechanical, electrical, and construction-related tasks, using a variety of hand and power tools in the field. Responsibilities Install, service, and repair overhead door systems and electric garage door openers at customer sites. Travel daily from the shop to various job locations in the Lafayette area and surrounding markets with senior technicians. Assess existing door systems and site conditions to determine required installation, repair, or replacement work. Set and install overhead doors, ensuring proper alignment, fit, and secure fastening. Calibrate and adjust electric garage door openers for smooth and reliable operation. Perform basic wiring and connect door systems to sensors, motors, and control units in accordance with safety standards. Verify that each door and opener system operates correctly after installation or repair, and perform final inspections. Fabricate custom doors or parts when needed using welding, shaping, and fastening tools. Use hand tools and power tools safely and effectively for construction and installation tasks. Read and interpret blueprints and schematics to complete installations accurately. Communicate clearly and professionally with customers on-site, explaining work performed and answering basic questions. Support senior technicians as needed, learning best practices and assisting with complex installations or repairs. Maintain a clean and organized work area in trucks, at the shop, and on job sites. Follow all safety guidelines and company procedures while working with mechanical and electrical components. Essential Skills Mechanical aptitude and strong interest in hands-on technical work. Experience using hand tools and power tools in construction, mechanical, or related environments. Basic understanding of electrical concepts, including wiring and connecting sensors and motors. Ability to perform installation, assembly, and general labor tasks safely and efficiently. Capability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics or willingness to learn. Good communication skills and professional customer interaction on job sites. Positive attitude, reliability, and strong willingness to learn new skills. Comfort working in a field-based role that requires travel to multiple customer locations during the day. Additional Skills & Qualifications Prior experience in overhead door installation, service, or repair is highly valued and may qualify for higher pay. Background in mechanical, electrical, construction, or general labor work is beneficial. Experience with inspection of mechanical and electrical systems is an advantage. Familiarity with welding, shaping, and fastening tools used for fabricating custom doors or parts is a plus. Ability to work effectively as part of a technician team, including supporting and learning from senior technicians. Strong problem-solving skills to diagnose door and opener issues on-site. Why Work Here? You join a growing, skilled trade environment where learning and development are strongly encouraged, including opportunities for entry-level candidates with the right attitude. The role offers a clear progression path based on experience and capability, allowing you to build a long-term career in a specialized technical field. You work closely with experienced technicians who provide hands-on guidance, fostering a collaborative and supportive culture. The schedule is consistent, helping you maintain a predictable routine and work-life balance while gaining valuable mechanical and electrical skills. Work Environment You start each day at the shop and ride in company trucks with senior technicians to job sites across Lafayette and the surrounding market. The work is field-based and primarily performed at customer locations, involving both indoor and outdoor environments depending on the site. You regularly use hand tools, power tools, basic electrical equipment, and fabrication tools such as welding and fastening equipment. The typical schedule runs from approximately 7:30 a.m. to 4:00-4:30 p.m., with a 30-60 minute unpaid lunch break. Attire is practical and suitable for construction and service work, with appropriate safety gear used as required. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lafayette, IN. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $28.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Lafayette,IN.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 14, 2026. About Aerotek Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.