Field Technician

About Us

Company Overview

Unified Door & Hardware Group (UDHG), a Foundation Building Materials company, is a premier distributor and solutions provider for the commercial door and hardware industry across North America. With a focus on quality, service, and expertise, UDHG partners with contractors, builders, and architects to deliver comprehensive door, frame, and hardware solutions for a wide range of projects. Headquartered in New Jersey, UDHG operates with a strong presence across the United States, supported by a team of dedicated professionals. Our Core Values of Safety, Customer Commitment, Teamwork, Integrity, and Excellence serve as the foundation of our success, driving superior service and trusted partnerships throughout the industry. 

Overview

Position Overview

At Unified Door & Hardware Group (UDHG), Field Technicians are vital to delivering safety and security solutions in the field. You’ll install, service, and maintain CCTV systems to meet client needs and ensure reliable performance. With your technical expertise and field experience, you help protect what matters most—while supporting UDHG’s commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities and Qualifications

Key Responsibilities

Installation, Service & Repair

• Install, service, and adjust commercial man doors and frames in compliance with building codes
• Apply and install door hardware including locks, closers, and exit devices
• Repair or replace damaged wood and hollow metal doors and frames sing proper tools and equipment
• Perform on-site welding and hardware modifications for hollow metal doors and frames
• Work independently to high-quality standards in both occupied buildings and active construction sites

 

Technical Knowledge & Documentation

• Be familiar with specifications, shop drawings, hardware schedules, blueprints and schematic diagrams in order to determine appropriate methods of installing or repairing doors and hardware
• Complete required daily paperwork, such as time sheets, daily reports, work orders 

 

Communication

• Communicate effectively with our customers and PM Team

 

Safety  

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized warehouse environment
• Follow all safety protocols and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements to maintain a safe working environment
• Use proper lifting techniques
• Adhere to all driving regulations based on state and/or jurisdiction policies such as wearing a seatbelt
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment safety shoes and clothing

 

Physical Requirements

• Frequent use of hands and arms for equipment operation, grasping and manipulation 
• Frequent driving or sitting in a truck, forklift or other similar equipment for multiple hours a day
• Frequent pushing, pulling, lifting or carrying building materials weighing approximately 100 pounds, using proper lifting procedures; and occasionally pushing, pulling, lifting or carrying greater weights.  Pushing and pulling carts loaded carts over various distances and surfaces.  Some functions may be performed as a team

• Additional physical requirements may be needed as duties are assigned

 

Miscellaneous

• Support our values in the stated areas of Safety, Customer Focus, Teamwork, Integrity and being a Company of Choice for both employees and customers
• Other duties as assigned by management

 

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent technical or vocational training is a plus
• Minimum 2 years’ experience as in door and hardware installation, maintenance, or repair preferred
• Strong knowledge of Hollow Metal Doors & Frames, Architectural Wood Doors and Frames, and Finish Hardware products and systems
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Effective communication and customer service skills
• Knowledge of safety protocols and guidelines
• OSHA Certification Preferred
• Must possess valid driver’s license with good driving record
• Must be willing to travel within territory as needed

Compensation and Benefits

Reports To

Branch Manager

 

Compensation

The listed pay range reflects the expected base rate for this position; actual compensation may vary based on factors s