Apprentice Garage Door Installer, Tampa FL

🚀Our new location in Tampa is opening in January of 2026!

🎯Training at our Academy in Phoenix December 2025. Apply soon!

⚠️If you have experience with garage doors, see our Experienced Installer job posting.

👋 I’m Tommy, and I’m the CEO of A1 Garage Door. I’m glad you’re here.  

I started the company in 2007, and we have since grown to cover almost half the United States. Our vision is to become America’s 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 don’t 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:   

• 🎓You love to learn as much as you love to win 

• 🗣️You’re a master of organization. You work methodically and cleanly  

• 💡You like to help people and you take pride from a job well done 

• ‍⚙️Your peers describe you as handy, reliable, and trustworthy  

• ‍‍⚡You move fast, you’re always busy, and no task is too small or too big  

• ‍📈 You’re self-motivated and enjoy working autonomously 

• 🛠️ 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 Shouldn’t Apply If:  

• You prefer working where there are no customers to talk to  

• You think that manual labor is for other people  

• You’re not weather resistant (hot/cold depending on geography)   

• You’re 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:   

• Be nice! I know, we shouldn’t have to say that, but we mean it 

• 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.) 

• Valid driver’s license for at least 3 years with a clean driving record 

• 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 3 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. You will typically work 45-50 hours a week while an apprentice, and qualify for overtime for hours over 40 in a week.

• Once you complete training, you will receive a one thousand dollar 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 

• Thousand dollar bonus at completion of Training Academy in Phoenix (in addition to hourly pay) 

Interview Process:   

Our interview process is not long, but it’s 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! 

1. 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 30 minutes.  

1. Next step is an interview with the Area manager. Plan on approximately 30-60 minutes.  

1. Next step is when the fun begins: you will be invited to ride along with one of our technicians in Orlando so you can see what life at A1 is really like. Plan on ½ day.  

Benefits and other cool stuff:

· Medical, dental, vision, 401K

· Paid Time Off

· Weekly Pay

· Internal Promotion opportunities

· Company swag

(Please note: benefits are not available for part time, temporary or contract roles)

 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.