Install Apprentice, Reno NV
About this role
š Iām Tommy, and Iām the CEO of A1 Garage Door. Iām glad youāre here.
I started the company in 2007, and we have since grown to cover almost half the United States. Our vision is to become Americaās largest and most trusted garage door company.
We are looking for high performers to join us. The Installer job is physically demanding. Stamina and enthusiasm are required!
You donāt need to have experience with garage doors. Our team will train you on everything you need to know (including the customer experience, the key to our success), so you can thrive in your very own market.
You Should Apply If:
šYou love to learn as much as you love to win
š£ļøYouāre a master of organization. You work methodically and cleanly
š”You like to help people and you take pride from a job well done
āļøYour peers describe you as handy, reliable, and trustworthy
ā”You move fast, youāre always busy, and no task is too small or too big
š Youāre self-motivated and enjoy working autonomously
š ļø You should DEFINITELY apply if you have worked in similar industries, performing installation or assembly. (Windows & doors, flooring, carpentry, kitchen installation, furniture/fixtures/bike assembly etc.)
You Shouldnāt Apply If:
You prefer working where there are no customers to talk to
You think that manual labor is for other people
Youāre not weather resistant (hot/cold depending on geography)
Youāre not likely to follow what you were taught in class and apply it with gusto
The Job:
Install new garage doors for residential customers
Remove existing door 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 for proper functioning
Educate customers on upgraded parts and services and ensure satisfaction
Document activities related to installations
Basic Requirements:
21 years old and valid driverās license (3+ years driving record)
Able to bend, climb, kneel and stand for long periods
Physically able to lift 75lbs, lift garage door panels above head
Able to stand on ladder
Basic knowledge of hand tools (Power drill, hammer, saw etc.)
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test (not including THC) and criminal background check
Knowledge of basic software such as navigation apps, Google etc. as well as tablet and computer use
GED or HS diploma not required, however reading skills as well as basic math skills (measurements, payments) are required
Professional & approachable appearance
Employment requires current eligibility to legally work in the United States
The Journey of an Installer:
Our apprenticeship is a 4 week training program at the A1 Training Academy in Phoenix, AZ.
A1 covers flights and accommodations for the duration of your training in Phoenix. (All apprenticeship/training weeks are paid at an hourly rate of $20/hour. You will typically work 45-50 hours a week while an apprentice, and qualify for overtime for hours over 40 in a week, so should average $1,000 a week or more.)
Once you complete training, you will receive a $1,000 bonus, and graduate to a junior installer. You will perform your duties in and around your market. Boom!
Pay, benefits, other cool stuff:
Get your very own A1 wrapped van or truck with a gas card.
Tools provided!
Steady job flow to keep you busy
Medical, dental, vision, 401K
Starting pay $36.75/hour (Piece Rate) + commission on additional sales/services
Weekly pay
$1,000 bonus at completion of Training Academy in Phoenix (in addition to weekly pay)
Interview Process:
Our interview process is not long, but itās thorough. We want to make sure that each person who joins the team is the right fit for A1. And that we are the right fit for you!
After we review your application, you will be contacted for an interview with a recruiter if we want to know more. Plan on up to 45 minutes.
Next step is an interview with the Area manager. Plan on approximately 30 minutes.
Next step is when the fun begins: you will be invited to ride along with one of our technicians so you can see what life at A1 is really like. Plan on ½ day.
#INDA1
Benefits and other cool stuff:
Ā· Medical, dental, vision, 401K
Ā· Paid Time Off
Ā· Weekly Pay
Ā· Internal Promotion opportunities
Ā· Company swag
A1 Garage Door (and affiliate companies) provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome people from all backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and abilities.
Company at a glance
Founded in 2007 by CEO Tommy Mello, A1 Garage Door Service is the leading national provider in garage door sales and services. We are headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, and employ over 1,000 team members across 70+ markets.
Tommy started A1 with a single van and a simple goal: take care of customers better than anyone else in the industry. Over the years, that commitment has driven A1 to become one of the largest and most trusted garage door companies in the country.
Through it all, A1 has remained focused on what built our reputation: showing up on time, doing the job right, and treating every homeowner with respect. Our mission is clear: lead the garage door industry not just in size, but in delivering an unmatched customer experience every single day.
Top Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401k
- Paid time off
- Company vehicle
- Gas card
- Tools provided
- Weekly pay
- Internal promotion opportunities
- Company swag
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