Dock & Door Field Service Technician/Installer
Thompson & Johnson Equipment Co. · Binghamton, NY, US
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About the Role
We are seeking a hands-on Installer/Technician to travel to customer locations to install, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair commercial dock and door equipment. This is a field-based position involving physical work, varied customer sites, and mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical equipment.
Responsibilities
- Install and replace commercial doors, operators, dock levelers, vehicle restraints, seals, shelters, and related equipment.
- Diagnose and repair dock and door systems; inspect and maintain equipment and document completed work.
- Respond to emergency service needs and participate in assigned after-hours and weekend on-call coverage.
- Follow safety procedures when using tools and working around equipment, stored energy, and elevated work areas; complete and maintain applicable fall protection, aerial lift, lockout/tagout, and other required safety training and certifications.
- Communicate professionally with customers and T&J team members.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and properly stocked service vehicle.
Requirements
- Mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical aptitude.
- A valid driver license free of major infractions.
- Ability to complete Company forklift certification and other required job-specific safety training/certifications.
- Availability for scheduled or assigned emergency after-hours and weekend on-call coverage.
- Ability to perform physically demanding field work, including climbing and working in changing weather conditions, with reasonable accommodation where applicable.
- Strong work ethic, attention to safety, customer service, teamwork, and willingness to learn.
Skills
- Technical school training
- Welding experience
- Customer service
- Teamwork
- Willingness to learn
- Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Confidence communicating with customers by phone and email
- Strong organization, attention to detail, and follow through
- Ability to manage multiple quotes and priorities at the same time
- Basic mechanical aptitude or an interest in learning about Dock & Door equipment and repair processes
- Ability to understand information from technicians and turn it into an accurate customer proposal
- Comfort following up with customers and asking for approval to proceed with recommended repairs
- Proficiency with email, word processing, spreadsheets, and computer based systems
Location
- Customer locations
Work Type
- Full Time
- Part Time
Experience Level
- Depending on experience
Education Level
- High school diploma or equivalent
Salary/Compensations
- $25.00 to $32.00 per Hour
Benefits
- 401(k) retirement plan with a 50% Company match on the first 5% contributed.
- Paid vacation time based on regularly scheduled hours.
- Paid sick time based on regularly scheduled hours.
- Paid Company holidays when the holiday falls on a day the employee is normally scheduled to work, based on the employee's normal scheduled hours for that day.
- Company clothing allowance.
- Opportunities for training and professional development.
- Participation in Company events, including our annual employee celebration, which alternates between the Clambake and Dinner Dance Gala.
- A supportive, family-oriented work environment where employees are valued and respected.
About the Company
- Since 1954, Thompson & Johnson Equipment (T&J) has built its reputation by investing in employees, supporting customers, and Delivering Our Promise.
- We are a family-owned company where people, service, and long-term relationships matter.
- Northeast Dock & Door (NEDD) is a division of T&J specializing in commercial and industrial dock and door equipment, products, service, and solutions.
- At Thompson & Johnson, we're looking for more than experience. We're looking for people who share our commitment to outstanding customer service and supporting one another.
- At Thompson & Johnson, every employee plays an important role in our success.
- We believe great people build great relationships, and we're committed to creating an environment where employees can contribute, continue learning, and take pride in the work they do.
Equal Opportunity
- Thompson & Johnson Equipment Co., Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
- We are committed to creating a workplace where all employees are treated with dignity and respect and where employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.