Automatic Commercial Door Service Technician

Thomas Door•Dayton, OH

About The Position

Thomas Door Controls is seeking an Automatic Commercial Door Service Technician to install, service, repair, and inspect automatic pedestrian door systems, including sliding, swing, and low-energy operators. The technician diagnoses electrical, mechanical, sensor, and control faults; adjusts and programs operators and safety devices; and performs annual AAADM safety inspections to help ensure compliance with ANSI/BHMA A156.10 and A156.19 standards. The role involves responding to dispatched service calls at customer sites, servicing related commercial door and access equipment, maintaining a stocked and organized service vehicle, and completing accurate paperwork on time. Technicians are expected to work safely, communicate clearly, provide professional customer service, and identify opportunities to offer customers additional products and services. Thomas Door Controls describes itself as a Central Ohio business serving the area since 1949, with hands-on training and opportunities to grow skills across commercial door systems.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience installing or servicing automatic doors.
Strong mechanical aptitude.
Working knowledge of low-voltage electrical systems, relay logic, and wiring diagrams.
Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and diagrams.
Excellent communication, customer service, and organizational skills.
Valid driver's license and clean driving record.

Nice To Haves

Current AAADM certification; the company will certify the right candidate at company expense.
Hands-on experience with major brands such as Stanley, Horton, Record, Nabco, Besam, Dorma, or ASSA ABLOY.
Familiarity with access control, card readers, and low-voltage security integration.
Experience with revolving doors, storefronts, and commercial overhead/dock equipment.
1–3 years of welding and/or electrical experience.

Responsibilities

Install, service, and repair automatic sliding, swing, and folding door operators, ADA push-plate/low-energy operators, and related access systems.
Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, sensor, and control issues; adjust and program operators, sensors, and safety devices.
Perform annual AAADM safety inspections and document compliance with ANSI/BHMA standards.
Service and repair door closers, pivots, panic/exit hardware, hollow metal doors, and storefront doors as needed.
Respond to dispatched service calls.
Maintain an organized and stocked service vehicle.
Submit job paperwork accurately and on time.
Identify opportunities to provide customers with additional products and services.
Operate in a safety-conscious manner.
Represent the company professionally at customer sites and build customer relationships through clear communication and reliable service.