Careers at Allied Door
Build a long-term career in the door and access systems industry with an established company serving residential, commercial and industrial customers throughout the Chicago area.
Build Skills You Can Use for the Long Term
Working at Allied Door means gaining hands-on experience across a wide range of residential, commercial and industrial door systems. Depending on the role and project, team members can develop practical installation, repair, maintenance and troubleshooting skills in the field.
Residential Garage Doors
Learn to work with residential garage doors, openers, springs, cables, rollers, tracks and related hardware.
Commercial Door Systems
Build experience with commercial sectional doors, rolling service doors and other systems used in commercial facilities.
Automatic Doors
Gain exposure to automatic sliding, swing and low-energy pedestrian door systems and the components that keep them operating properly.
Door Operators & Controls
Develop troubleshooting skills involving operators, controls and related mechanical and electrical components.
Loading Dock Equipment
Work with door and access equipment used in loading areas and commercial service environments.
Installation & Repair Skills
Build practical field skills by diagnosing problems, completing repairs and assisting with door and equipment installations.
The variety of work gives technicians the opportunity to develop broader mechanical and troubleshooting skills instead of working on the same type of system every day.
Learn From Experienced Technicians
Strong technicians develop through hands-on experience, practical problem solving and time in the field.
Allied Door gives newer team members opportunities to learn alongside experienced technicians while building the mechanical, diagnostic and customer-service skills needed to work confidently on door systems.
As skills develop, technicians can take on greater responsibility and become more independent in diagnosing problems, completing repairs and communicating with customers.
- Hands-on field experience
- Training alongside experienced technicians
- Mechanical and troubleshooting skill development
- Exposure to multiple door and access systems
- Emphasis on safe work practices and proper procedures
Field Service Technician Opportunities
Field Service Technicians help install, repair, inspect and maintain residential, commercial and industrial door systems. The role combines hands-on mechanical work, troubleshooting and customer service in the field.
Diagnose Door Problems
Identify mechanical and operational issues and determine what is needed to restore safe, reliable operation.
Perform Repairs & Maintenance
Repair, adjust and maintain doors, operators and related components across a range of residential and commercial systems.
Assist With Installations
Help install new door systems and related equipment while following proper procedures and safety requirements.
Inspect Components
Check springs, cables, rollers, tracks, operators and hardware for wear, damage or conditions that may affect performance.
Work With Customers
Communicate professionally with homeowners, property managers and other customers about the work being performed.
Complete Service Documentation
Record service details accurately and help maintain organized tools, equipment, vehicle inventory and job information.
What We Look For
You do not necessarily need years of garage door experience to be a strong candidate. We are looking for dependable, mechanically inclined people who are willing to learn and comfortable working in a hands-on field-service environment.
Core Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver's license and strong driving record
- Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability
- Ability to work safely with tools and equipment
- Professional communication skills
- Dependability and willingness to learn
- Ability to meet the physical requirements of field work
Experience That Can Be Helpful
- Garage door installation or repair
- Construction or skilled trades experience
- Mechanical service or equipment repair
- Electrical troubleshooting experience
- Welding or fabrication experience
- Field service or customer-facing work
- Commercial or industrial maintenance experience
Don't have direct garage door experience?
Allied Door will train the right candidate. If you are mechanically inclined, safety-minded and interested in building practical field-service skills, we encourage you to apply.
Why Work at Allied Door?
Allied Door has served residential, commercial and industrial customers throughout the Chicago area for more than 40 years. For technicians, that means the opportunity to build experience across a wide range of door systems, customer environments and service situations.
40+ Years in Business
Join an established company with decades of experience serving homeowners, businesses and facilities throughout the Chicago area.
Hands-On Training
Develop practical installation, repair, maintenance and troubleshooting skills through real field experience.
Learn From Experienced Technicians
Work alongside experienced team members and build confidence handling increasingly complex service and repair situations.
Variety of Work
Gain exposure to residential, commercial and industrial door systems instead of working on the same type of equipment every day.
Independent Field Work
Build the skills needed to diagnose problems, communicate with customers and complete service work with increasing independence.
Long-Term Skill Development
Develop technical and problem-solving skills that can continue to grow as you gain experience in the door and access systems industry.
Safety Is Part of the Job
Door systems can involve heavy equipment, stored spring tension, electrical components and moving machinery. Safe work practices are essential on every service, repair and installation job.
Allied Door expects technicians to approach each job carefully, follow appropriate procedures and use the personal protective equipment required for the work being performed.
- Use appropriate personal protective equipment
- Follow established service and installation procedures
- Work carefully around springs, cables and moving door systems
- Maintain tools and equipment in safe working condition
- Keep work areas organized and professional
- Protect customers, coworkers and property while on site
Professional work starts with safe work.
Safety protects our employees, our customers and the equipment we work on. It is part of the responsibility that comes with representing Allied Door in the field.
Interested in Building a Career With Allied Door?
If you are looking for hands-on work, technical skill development and the opportunity to build a long-term career in the door industry, we would like to hear from you.
- Hands-on field service work
- Opportunities to learn from experienced technicians
- Residential, commercial and industrial door experience
- Mechanical and troubleshooting skill development
- Safety-focused work environment
- Opportunities for candidates with related trade experience
Apply to Join Allied Door
Complete the application form and upload your resume. Tell us briefly about your experience, the type of work you are interested in and why you think you would be a good fit for Allied Door.
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