Door technician, Kaihangarau tatau
Also known as
- Garage door installer, security door installer, door repair technician
Door technicians install, service and repair mechanical doors and automatic door mechanisms.
Your pay could be
$55K
Lower
$64K to $105K
Most common
$130K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Your training could be
No specific training
Door technicians
- usually work regular business hours but may work shifts or be on call
- usually work in different places and may travel locally to work sites
- may work at heights
- need to be practical, accurate and identify and solve problems
Tasks
- assemble mechanical components or machine parts
- adjust equipment to ensure optimal performance
- order materials, supplies, or equipment
- move materials, equipment, or supplies
- replace worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts
- repair worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts
- document operational activities
- install hardware or other interior fixtures
- collect payments for goods or services
- gather information about work conditions or locations
Practical
Organised
Investigative
Interests that fit this job
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You may need
- experience in similar work
- a driver licence
- to have completed the Electrical Service Technician (EST) course and examination
- to have completed an Elevated Work Platform (EWP) training course
- to have completed a height safety training course
If you’re in school
You usually don’t need specific NCEA levels for this job.
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