Dock Technician (Warren, OH)
Location: Warren, Ohio
Country: United States
Category: Maintenance
Workplace Location: Onsite
Employment Type: Direct Hire/Perm
Posted Date: August 3, 2026
Job ID: 650380
Job Description
Pay Range: $28-34/hour
Dock Technician
Job Summary
In a safe, efficient, and professional manner, the Dock Technician performs preventive maintenance (PMs), troubleshooting, and repairs on commercial and industrial facility equipment, with a primary focus on loading docks, dock equipment, commercial doors, and related building systems. The technician demonstrates excellent communication skills, exceptional follow-through, and a commitment to safety, quality, and customer service.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Follow all company safety policies and OSHA regulations, including lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures and life-critical safety practices.
- Conduct routine "shift rounds" to inspect facility systems and equipment, identify deficiencies, and document equipment performance.
- Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and minor repairs on commercial and industrial facility equipment.
- Inspect and evaluate equipment by measuring operating characteristics such as:
- Speed
- Pressure
- Vacuum
- Vibration
- Equipment wear
- Replace expendable components including:
- Belts
- Hoses
- Filters
- Fluids
- Lubricants
- Service and maintain:
- Dock levelers
- Dock seals
- Dock bumpers
- Dock locks
- Automatic doors
- Hollow metal doors
- Overhead doors
- Commercial locks and door hardware
- Perform routine preventive maintenance including:
- Filter changes
- Condenser cleaning
- Oil changes
- Equipment lubrication and greasing
- Complete basic facility repairs including:
- Painting
- Patching
- Minor plumbing repairs
- Basic electrical repairs
- Lighting repairs
- Complete required training related to:
- Confined space procedures
- Hazardous energy control (LOTO)
- Required safety documentation
- Document completed work, inspections, and findings within the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
- Analyze maintenance findings and recommend updates to preventive maintenance schedules.
- Communicate effectively with coworkers and customer personnel regarding work requests, project status, and estimated completion times.
- Coordinate with and provide guidance to subcontractors performing facility services when required.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Site Manager.
Qualifications Education
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Trade school education or related technical training preferred.
Experience
- Minimum three (3) years of experience servicing and maintaining:
- Commercial dock levelers
- Dock locks
- Dock equipment
- Automatic doors
- Commercial overhead doors
- Commercial door hardware
- Experience maintaining dock maintenance programs and maintenance records.
- Experience troubleshooting:
- Electronic controls
- Power supplies
- Pneumatic systems
- Hydraulic systems
- Basic rigging experience required.
- Previous experience with the following manufacturers is preferred:
- Rite-Hite
- Poweramp
- Nabco
- Stanley Access Technologies
- Record USA
- Tormax
- Besam
- Allegion
- ASSA ABLOY
- Experience performing physically demanding maintenance work in commercial or industrial environments.
Licenses & Certifications
- Valid driver's license required.
- AAADM (American Association of Automatic Door Manufacturers) certification preferred.
Communication Skills
- Ability to read, understand, and interpret:
- Safety rules
- Operating instructions
- Maintenance manuals
- Procedures
- Technical drawings
- Ability to accurately complete maintenance reports and correspondence.
- Ability to effectively use email and computerized work order systems.
- Ability to communicate professionally with customers, coworkers, supervisors, and contractors.
- Ability to present information clearly to employees and customer groups.
Technical Qualifications & Skills
- Proficient with hand tools and power tools.
- Ability to disassemble and reassemble:
- Mechanical fixtures
- Pumps
- Fans
- HVAC equipment
- Building-related mechanical systems
- Working knowledge of:
- Mechanical systems
- Plumbing
- Electrical systems
- Carpentry
- Ability to perform basic building maintenance and equipment repairs.
- Ability to safely operate:
- Forklifts
- Scissor lifts
- Aerial lifts
- Proficient using:
- Personal computers
- Mobile phones
- Electronic tablets
- CMMS software
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities while maintaining productivity and quality workmanship.
- Willingness to support non-standard work schedules, including weekends and after-hours work when necessary.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Mechanical & Technical Skills
- Strong mechanical aptitude with experience maintaining commercial dock and door systems.
- Knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and mechanical equipment.
- Ability to troubleshoot equipment failures and perform repairs efficiently.
- Ability to diagnose equipment issues and develop effective repair solutions.
- Ability to solve practical problems involving multiple variables with limited standardization.
- Ability to calculate figures and measurements including:
- Percentages
- Proportions
- Area
- Circumference
- Volume
- Ability to apply basic algebra and geometry to maintenance tasks.
- Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to prioritize multiple work requests while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Commitment to providing exceptional customer service through effective communication, responsiveness, and follow-through.
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