Experienced Garage Door Service Technician
Crystal Overhead Door | Chicago, IL (Chicagoland Area)
Your experience should give you more than just another hourly job.
Crystal Overhead Door is looking for an experienced garage door technician who can diagnose problems, make quality repairs, communicate confidently with customers, and take ownership of a service call from start to finish.
We are a growing, family-owned company serving Chicagoland since 1998. We invest in good technicians, provide the tools and support to succeed, and offer performance-based earning opportunities for technicians who can deliver excellent work and an excellent customer experience.
WHAT YOU GET
- Competitive hourly pay based on experience
- Performance-based earning opportunities
- Company vehicle and fuel card
- Tablet for ServiceTitan and job documentation
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- PTO and sick time
- Ongoing technical and professional training
- Opportunities for advancement as the company grows
- Work with premium garage door products, operators, and smart-home technology
- A company where quality work is recognized and your performance matters
WHAT YOU’LL DO
You will run residential service calls throughout the Chicagoland area and take responsibility for the customer experience from diagnosis through completion.
Responsibilities include:
- Diagnosing garage door and opener problems
- Repairing and replacing torsion and extension spring systems
- Replacing cables, rollers, hinges, bearings, drums, tracks, and related hardware
- Troubleshooting LiftMaster and other garage door operators
- Installing garage door openers and accessories
- Performing garage door installations when needed
- Performing maintenance and comprehensive safety inspections
- Identifying safety concerns and potential system failures
- Presenting repair and replacement options clearly to homeowners
- Helping customers understand the differences between available solutions
- Completing accurate job documentation in ServiceTitan
- Collecting payment at completion of service
- Maintaining an organized and properly stocked company vehicle
- Maintaining company tools and equipment
- Following company safety and customer-service procedures
Our technicians are expected to be professionals in the customer's home. Technical ability matters, but so do communication, cleanliness, honesty, and workmanship.
WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR
We want an experienced technician who:
- Has professional garage door service and repair experience
- Understands torsion and extension spring systems
- Can diagnose door balance, track, cable, roller, and hardware problems
- Has experience troubleshooting garage door operators
- Can work independently without constant supervision
- Communicates confidently and professionally with homeowners
- Can explain repair options without using high-pressure sales tactics
- Takes pride in clean, complete workmanship
- Understands that the job is not finished until the customer and the system are taken care of
- Is comfortable with performance expectations and accountability
- Wants an opportunity to increase earnings as skills and performance increase
WHAT YOU NEED
- Previous garage door service experience
- Strong mechanical and troubleshooting skills
- Ability to safely work with torsion spring systems
- Comfortable using hand and power tools
- Ability to lift 65+ lbs.
- Comfortable working on ladders
- Ability to work in Chicago weather conditions, including hot summers and cold garages
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
- Ability to pass a background check and drug test
- High school diploma or GED
- Strong communication and customer-service skills
- Professional appearance and attitude
Join us if you’re passionate about delivering quality craftsmanship with a lively attitude! We value energetic professionals who thrive on solving challenges creatively while providing exceptional service. This is more than just a job — it’s an opportunity to grow your skills in a supportive environment that recognizes your expertise.
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person