Garage Door Installer Apprentice

Garage Headquarters

Posted 2 months ago

Full Time

Warwick, Rhode Island

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The apprentice will assist experienced technicians with the installation, repair, and maintenance of residential and commercial garage doors. Responsibilities also include communicating with customers, managing job-related documentation, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment.

Qualifications

You are a reliable and hardworking individual eager to learn a skilled trade with long-term growth potential. You possess a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and excellent communication skills, with a willingness to be trained in garage door installation and repair.

Must Have Skills for ATS

hand tools

power tools

electrical

mechanical

carpentry

Job Description

Company Description

At Garage Headquarters, people are the heart of our company. Our company was founded based on empowering employees to make our customer's experiences better every day with the innovative products and professional services we have provided to thousands of homes and businesses.

Job Description

Start a Career – No Experience Needed (We Train!)

We are looking for a reliable, hardworking, and career-minded individual to join our team as a Garage Door Installer Apprentice. This is a great opportunity to learn a skilled trade with long-term growth potential.

No prior garage door experience is required — we will train the right candidate.

What You’ll Do:

- Assist with installation, repair, and service of residential and commercial garage doors and operators

- Work at customer locations including homes, businesses, and job sites

- Remove existing equipment and clean up work areas after job completion

- Use hand tools and power tools to complete installations and repairs

- Communicate with customers and offer solutions for repairs or replacements

- Complete job-related paperwork and documentation

- Train alongside experienced technicians to develop skills and knowledge

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For:

  • Strong work ethic and positive attitude
  • Team player with good communication skills
  • Customer service mindset
  • Willingness to learn a skilled trade and grow with the company
  • Experience in electrical, mechanical or carpentry work 

Requirements:

  • Valid driver’s license and clean driver's record
  • Ability to obtain a DOT medical card
  • Ability to lift 75–100 lbs regularly
  •  Comfortable using tools and climbing ladders
  • Able to work in various weather conditions (heat and cold)

Additional Information

Compensation & Benefits
We offer a competitive compensation, paid holidays, paid time off (PTO), 401k with company match, health, dental and life insurance.

Work Environment
This position involves working in both indoor and outdoor environments at residential and commercial job sites. Employees will be exposed to varying weather conditions including heat, cold, and rain. The role requires frequent lifting, climbing ladders, and working with tools and equipment. Safety is a top priority, and proper training and protective equipment are provided.

EEO Statement:
Our company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with ADA regulations as applicable. The Company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected law. 

Garage Headquarters

Established in 1973, Garage Headquarters is a leading garage door, gate and finished garage systems company serving the needs of the residential and commercial market throughout southeastern New England. The family-owned and operated company is an authorized Ribbon Distributor for Dallas, TX-based Overhead Door Corporation which manufactures overhead doors and openers under the Overhead Door, Wayne-Dalton and Genie brands. For more information, visit http://www.garageheadquarters.com
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