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Licensed Professionals

Door Installation Technician

Department

Door Installation

Employment Type

Full Time

Location Type

On Site

Compensation: Hourly plus performance-based commission. Top performers regularly earn $65,000 to $150,000+ annually through a combination of hourly pay and performance-based commissions.

Top Performers Thrive Here

Our highest-performing installers regularly earn six-figure incomes while building long-term careers with Local Garage Doors. We reward professionalism, productivity, quality workmanship, customer satisfaction, and leadership.

About Local Garage Doors

102,000+ Garage Doors Serviced | Thousands of 5-Star Reviews | California, Nevada, and Arizona Licensed | In Business Since 2013

Local Garage Doors is one of the largest residential garage door companies in California, Nevada, and Arizona. We are growing, and we are looking for experienced installers who are ready to bring their skills to a team that takes residential garage door service seriously. You have already put in the time to master this trade. What we offer is a well-supported market, a company that backs its people, and a role where your experience is recognized from day one.

This is not a position for someone still learning the basics. We require a minimum of one year of hands-on garage door installation experience with a reputable company. What we will do is bring you up to speed on our customer experience standards and systems so you can hit the ground running and build a long-term career here.

Local Garage Doors team members standing in front of a branded service vehicle

Why Work Here

At Local Garage Doors, we believe skilled tradespeople deserve opportunities to build long-term careers.

We have serviced more than 102,000 garage doors and continue to grow across California, Nevada, and Arizona. Our installers receive company vehicles, tools, year-round work, strong operational support, and a clear path for advancement.

If you take pride in quality workmanship and want to be part of a growing organization that values skilled professionals, we would love to meet you.

Why Installers Join Us

  • Consistent year-round work so your schedule stays full
  • No cold calling
  • No door knocking
  • Company vehicle and gas card provided
  • All tools provided
  • Bi-weekly pay
  • Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)
  • Internal promotion opportunities
  • One of the largest residential garage door companies in California, Nevada, and Arizona

You Should Apply If

  • You have real installation experience and still show up every day ready to learn
  • Your work speaks for itself, and call backs are rare because you do it right the first time
  • The people who have worked with you would call you dependable without hesitation
  • You work with urgency, take ownership, and nothing feels beneath you
  • You are motivated by performance and want a career path that reflects that
  • You want to grow professionally and personally inside a company that supports both

You Should Not Apply If

  • You are not comfortable talking to and working alongside customers in their homes
  • You are satisfied with work that is just good enough
  • You believe you have nothing left to learn about this trade
  • Seasonal weather conditions are a dealbreaker for you
  • You are not comfortable spending meaningful time driving between job sites each day

A Day in the Life

  • Pick up doors and materials from the warehouse at the start of each day
  • Travel to customer homes across your assigned market
  • Install complete residential garage door systems, including sections, tracks, springs, openers, and accessories
  • Test and inspect all completed work to confirm everything is functioning correctly
  • Educate customers on the proper operation and maintenance of their new system
  • Complete documentation through the company software
  • Move to the next scheduled installation

The Tools and Support Behind Every Installation

At Local Garage Doors, we believe great installers deserve great systems. We invest heavily in technology and support so our technicians can focus on the work, not the paperwork.

  • ServiceTitan for scheduling, invoicing, customer history, and job documentation
  • Dispatch Pro routing tools to help keep your day organized and efficient
  • Dedicated office staff handling customer communication and scheduling support
  • Company vehicle, gas card, and tools provided
  • Consistent installation volume generated by one of the largest residential garage door companies in California, Nevada, and Arizona
  • Clear processes, training resources, and leadership support when you need it

You bring the installation experience. We provide the systems, support, and opportunities that allow you to perform at your best.

Door Installation Technician installing a modern residential garage door system

Required Experience

  • Minimum one year of professional garage door installation experience with a reputable company
  • Experience installing torsion spring systems
  • Experience using power and hand tools safely
  • Valid driver’s license with at least three years of clean driving history

The Job

  • Install complete residential garage door systems, including sections, tracks, springs, openers, and accessories for residential customers
  • Remove existing doors and mechanical components cleanly and efficiently
  • Replace worn or broken parts using hand and power tools
  • Assemble and connect all mechanical components with precision
  • Run wiring to connect equipment properly
  • Lubricate and test all mechanical parts to confirm everything is functioning correctly
  • Walk customers through upgraded parts and service options and confirm their satisfaction
  • Document all installation activity accurately
  • Manage disposal of uninstalled materials when applicable

Basic Requirements

  • Genuine professionalism and a respectful, courteous approach with customers
  • Able to bend, climb, kneel, and remain on your feet for extended periods
  • Physically capable of lifting 75 lbs and raising door panels overhead
  • Comfortable working on a ladder at height
  • Valid driver’s license with at least three years of clean driving history
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test (THC excluded) and criminal background check
  • Comfortable with navigation apps, tablets, and basic software tools
  • Professional appearance at all times
  • Must be currently eligible to work legally in the United States

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with ServiceTitan is a plus, but not required

Career Growth Opportunities

We promote from within whenever possible. Successful team members have real opportunities to advance into roles such as Lead Installer, Installation Trainer, Field Supervisor, Area Manager, and Regional Manager as the company continues to grow across California, Nevada, and Arizona. Your ceiling here is determined by your effort and your willingness to lead.

Installation Career Path:

01
Door Installation Technician
02
Lead Installer
03
Installation Trainer
04
Field Supervisor
05
Area Manager
06
Regional Manager
Door Installation Technician assembling and securing garage door components during installation

Benefits and Perks

  • Company vehicle with gas card provided
  • All tools provided
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance available after 60 days of employment
  • The company contributes 50% toward the employee-only medical plan
  • The company contributes 75% toward the employee-only dental plan
  • Vision insurance is available and employee-paid
  • 401(k) available after 6 months of employment
  • The company matches 50% of employee contributions up to a maximum company match of 3%
  • 40 hours paid sick leave
  • Paid bi-weekly
  • Internal promotion opportunities
Local Garage Doors is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and abilities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.