Occupation · SOC 49-9011
Mechanical Door Repairers
Install, service, or repair automatic door mechanisms and hydraulic doors. Includes garage door mechanics.
Median wage
$51,050
$37,160–$73,160
Projected growth
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Annual openings
—
per year
Employed (US)
27,970
Job Zone 2
Typical preparation
Some preparation
Stackable credential programs
46 mapped
Core skills
Critical ThinkingQuality Control AnalysisReading ComprehensionActive ListeningSpeakingInstallationCoordinationInstructing
Knowledge areas
MechanicalCustomer and Personal ServiceBuilding and ConstructionEngineering and Technology
Technology & tools
Web page creation and editing softwareSpreadsheet softwareOffice suite softwareElectronic mail softwarePresentation software
Representative tasks
Wind large springs with upward motion of arm.Adjust doors to open or close with the correct amount of effort, or make simple adjustments to electric openers.Carry springs to tops of doors, using ladders or scaffolding, and attach springs to tracks to install spring systems.Repair or replace worn or broken door parts, using hand tools.Complete required paperwork, such as work orders, according to services performed or required.Fasten angle iron back-hangers to ceilings and tracks, using fasteners or welding equipment.Collect payment upon job completion.Install door frames, rails, steel rolling curtains, electronic-eye mechanisms, or electric door openers and closers, using power tools, hand tools, and electronic test equipment.Inspect job sites, assessing headroom, side room, or other conditions to determine appropriateness of door for a given location.Assemble and fasten tracks to structures or bucks, using impact wrenches or welding equipment.Set doors into place or stack hardware sections into openings after rail or track installation.Operate lifts, winches, or chain falls to move heavy curtain doors.Remove or disassemble defective automatic mechanical door closers, using hand tools.Fabricate replacements for worn or broken parts, using welders, lathes, drill presses, or shaping or milling machines.Prepare doors for hardware installation, such as drilling holes to install locks.Run low voltage wiring on ceiling surfaces, using insulated staples.Cut door stops or angle irons to fit openings.Study blueprints and schematic diagrams to determine appropriate methods of installing or repairing automated door openers.Install dock seals, bumpers, or shelters.Order replacement springs, sections, or slats.Lubricate door closer oil chambers, and pack spindles with leather washers.Set in and secure floor treadles for door-activating mechanisms, and connect power packs and electrical panelboards to treadles.Cover treadles with carpeting or other floor covering materials, and test systems by operating treadles.Bore or cut holes in flooring as required for installation, using hand or power tools.Clean door closer parts, using caustic soda, rotary brushes, or grinding wheels.
Competency framework
Skill expectations by proficiency level.
emerging
Hand tools and basic hardware — identify and handle under direct supervision on a residential or commercial door repair site.Work orders and job documentation — complete basic required paperwork according to services performed, with guidance from a lead technician.Door parts and components — recognize worn or broken elements by visual inspection under supervisor direction on a job site.Ladders and scaffolding — use safely to carry springs to the top of doors following established safety protocols.Large coil springs — assist with winding using an upward arm motion under close supervision during a garage door installation.Customer payment — collect payment upon job completion using standard procedures as directed by a supervisor.Electric door openers — observe and assist with simple adjustments under direct technician oversight in a residential setting.Hand tools and fasteners — fasten basic hardware components to door frames with guidance on a commercial repair site.Verbal instructions from supervisors — listen actively and follow step-by-step directions during door installation and repair tasks.Personal protective equipment and site hazards — identify and apply basic safety practices on a door repair job site.
developing
Worn or broken door parts — repair or replace independently using hand tools on routine residential and light commercial door systems.Large springs — wind with correct upward arm motion and attach to tracks with reduced oversight during standard door service calls.Door adjustment tasks — calibrate doors to open and close with the correct amount of effort, including basic electric opener adjustments, with minimal supervision.Work orders and service records — complete required paperwork accurately and submit documentation following company procedures after each job.Spring systems — carry springs using ladders or scaffolding and attach to tracks, applying proper sequencing on familiar door configurations.Angle iron back-hangers — fasten to ceilings and tracks using fasteners or welding equipment following standard installation specifications.Door frames and steel rolling curtains — install using power tools, hand tools, and electronic test equipment on routine commercial projects.Customer interactions — communicate clearly about services performed, answer basic questions, and collect payment professionally upon job completion.Electronic-eye mechanisms and electric openers — install and test using electronic test equipment, following manufacturer instructions on standard door systems.Route navigation software and office suite tools — use to plan service routes and manage basic digital job records in a field service environment.
proficient
Complex door systems including electric openers, closers, and electronic-eye mechanisms — install and troubleshoot autonomously across a full range of residential and commercial environments.Non-routine door malfunctions — apply critical thinking and complex problem-solving to diagnose and resolve failures on high-use commercial or industrial door systems.Spring tension and mechanical balance — assess and adjust with precision, managing physical demands such as trunk and static strength requirements on large overhead door units.Quality control inspections — analyze completed installations and repairs to verify performance standards are met before closing out work orders.Welding equipment and power tools — operate proficiently to fasten angle iron back-hangers and structural components on demanding commercial door projects.Building and construction knowledge — apply to interpret blueprints, specifications, and installation requirements for varied door frame and rail configurations.Electronic test equipment — use to validate sensor alignment, opener function, and safety device operation on automated door systems without oversight.Customer service situations — manage expectations, explain technical findings clearly, and resolve service concerns independently in the field.Safety and mechanical risk — evaluate job-site conditions and proactively address hazards such as spring tension, overhead loads, and electrical components.Service documentation and digital tools — maintain accurate work records using database interfaces and office software, ensuring compliance with company and regulatory requirements.
advanced
Field technician teams — lead, schedule, and mentor developing and proficient repairers across multiple job sites in a regional service operation.Technical training programs — develop and deliver hands-on instruction covering spring systems, electric openers, and safety protocols for new hire and apprentice technicians.Quality assurance standards — establish and enforce inspection procedures for door installation and repair work across an entire service territory.Operational workflows and routing systems — design efficient dispatching and route navigation strategies to maximize field productivity and customer satisfaction.Complex commercial and industrial door projects — oversee end-to-end execution including structural attachment, automation systems, and final commissioning.Vendor and supplier relationships — evaluate parts quality, negotiate procurement terms, and approve tooling and equipment standards for the service organization.Company safety culture — define and champion safety practices, PPE standards, and risk-mitigation protocols organization-wide for mechanical door repair operations.Performance metrics and service data — analyze job completion, rework rates, and customer feedback using spreadsheet and database tools to drive continuous improvement.Customer accounts and escalated service issues — resolve high-stakes complaints and build long-term relationships with commercial property managers and contractors.Strategic capability planning — assess emerging door technologies such as advanced automation and access control systems, and integrate new competencies into the workforce development roadmap.
Also known as
37 alternate job titles map to this occupation.
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