Garage Door Install Apprentice, Minneapolis MN
About The Position
The Garage Door Install Apprentice installs and services garage doors for residential customers. The work is physically demanding and involves removing existing doors and mechanical parts, replacing worn or broken parts, assembling mechanical components, installing springs, sections, slats, and hardware, running wiring, and lubricating and testing components. Apprentices also educate customers about upgraded parts and services, ensure customer satisfaction, and document installation activities. No garage-door experience is required. The company provides a four-week apprenticeship at the A1 Training Academy in Phoenix, Arizona, covering flights and accommodations during training. Training weeks are paid, and apprentices typically work 45–50 hours per week, with overtime eligibility for hours over 40. After completing training, apprentices receive a $1,000 bonus and advance to junior installer, working in and around their market. The company provides a wrapped van or truck, gas card, and tools.
Requirements
- Be at least 21 years old.
- Be able to bend, climb, kneel, and stand for long periods.
- Be physically able to lift 75 pounds and lift garage door panels above the head.
- Be able to stand on a ladder.
- Have knowledge of hand tools, such as a power drill, hammer, and saw.
- Have a valid driver's license held for at least three years and a clean driving record.
- Be able to use basic software, including navigation apps and Google, as well as tablets and computers.
- Have reading skills and basic math skills for measurements and payments; a GED or high school diploma is not required.
- Have a professional and approachable appearance.
- Be legally eligible to work in the United States.
- Be willing and able to perform physically demanding manual work in hot or cold weather.
- Be organized, methodical, reliable, trustworthy, self-motivated, and comfortable working autonomously.
- Be able to communicate with customers and apply training as taught.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in installation or assembly in related industries, such as windows and doors, flooring, carpentry, kitchen installation, furniture or fixture assembly, or bicycle assembly.
Responsibilities
- Install new garage doors for residential customers.
- Remove existing doors and mechanical parts.
- Replace worn or broken door parts using tools.
- Assemble mechanical parts.
- Install springs, sections, slats, and hardware.
- Run wiring to connect equipment.
- Lubricate and test mechanical parts to ensure proper functioning.
- Educate customers about upgraded parts and services and ensure their satisfaction.
- Document activities related to installations.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
- Weekly pay
- A $1,000 bonus upon completion of the Training Academy
- Flights and accommodations covered during training in Phoenix
- Company-provided wrapped van or truck and gas card
- Company-provided tools
- Internal promotion opportunities
- Company swag
- Overtime eligibility for hours worked over 40 in a week during apprenticeship training
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
