Apex Dock & Door Systems Inc. is a growing commercial and industrial overhead door and loading dock service company based in Cambridge, Ontario.

We are looking for an Apprentice Overhead Door & Dock Service Technician who is mechanically inclined, reliable, safety-minded and eager to learn a skilled trade.

Previous experience with overhead doors, loading docks, construction, mechanical repair, welding or service work is an asset, but we are willing to train the right person.

What You’ll Do

Working alongside experienced Apex technicians, you will learn to:

- Install, service and repair commercial overhead doors and loading dock equipment
- Work on sectional overhead doors, rolling steel doors and commercial operators
- Assist with dock levellers, dock seals and shelters, vehicle restraints and related equipment
- Learn to diagnose mechanical, hydraulic and basic electrical/control issues
- Assist with preventative maintenance and equipment inspections
- Work safely with springs, cables, tracks, rollers, hinges, operators and dock equipment
- Use hand tools, power tools and powered access equipment
- Assist with welding, fabrication and equipment repairs where required
- Communicate professionally with customers and the Apex office
- Complete service notes, photos and documentation through our digital field-management system
- Keep tools, equipment, service vehicles and job sites clean and organized
- Follow Apex safety procedures and Ontario health and safety requirements
- Participate in after-hours and weekend emergency service as your experience develops

What We’re Looking For

- Mechanically inclined with a genuine interest in learning the overhead door and loading dock trade
- Previous experience in construction, mechanical repair, welding, industrial maintenance or a similar hands-on field is considered an asset
- Valid Ontario G driver’s licence with a good driving record
- Ability to lift, carry, bend,



climb and work safely with hand and power tools
- Comfortable working from 20-foot extension ladders
- Comfortable working on scissor lifts and other powered access equipment
- Comfortable working at heights
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Strong work ethic
- Positive attitude
- Reliable, punctual and accountable
- Professional with customers
- Safety-minded
- Able to follow instructions and learn from experienced technicians
- Able to work independently as your skills develop and as part of a small team
- Willingness to learn, accept feedback and continually improve

Experience with overhead doors, loading docks, welding, fabrication, hydraulics, operators, controls or electrical troubleshooting is considered an asset but is not required.

Training & Certifications Considered Assets

The following training and certifications are considered assets. Candidates are not required to hold any of them at the time of application:

- AAADM Certification
- IDEA Certification
- CDI Certification
- Working at Heights / Fall Protection
- Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
- Confined Space Awareness
- Forklift Operator Certification
- Aerial Lift Training
- Scissor Lift Training
- Boom Lift Training
- First Aid and CPR
- WHMIS / Hazard Communication

Additional relevant trade, manufacturer or safety training is also considered an asset.

What Apex Offers

- $20–$28/hour, based on experience and capability
- Full-time, part-time or contract opportunities
- Approximately 40–50 hours per week for full-time employees
- Monday to Friday schedule




- Overtime opportunities at time and a half and double time where applicable
- Rotating after-hours and weekend on-call opportunities as experience develops
- Paid vacation
- Comprehensive benefits package for eligible full-time employees
- Company-supplied specialty tools and equipment
- Company uniform
- Employee Referral Program
- Family-friendly work environment
- Modern digital work-order and field-management system
- Ongoing technical and safety training
- Hands-on training with experienced technicians
- Opportunity to develop into an independent Service Technician and, over time, a Lead Technician
- Opportunity to grow into increased technical, operational and leadership responsibility as Apex expands

Who Will Succeed at Apex

We are looking for someone who wants more than just a job.

The right person will be dependable, willing to work hard, comfortable learning from experienced technicians and interested in developing a long-term career in the overhead door and loading dock industry.

You do not need to know everything on day one. We are looking for someone with the right attitude, mechanical ability and willingness to learn.

If you take pride in your work, enjoy solving mechanical problems and want to build a skilled trade career with a growing company, we would like to hear from you.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract
Pay: $20.00–$28.00 per hour for employee positions; contract rates negotiated based on experience and arrangement
Expected Hours: Approximately 40–50 per week for full time employees
Schedule: Monday to Friday with after-hours/weekend on-call responsibilities introduced as experience develops
Location: Cambridge, Ontario and surrounding areas
Work Location: In person / field-based

Pay: $20.00-$28.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Company events
- Paid time off
- RRSP match

Work Location: In person

📌 Apprentice Overhead Door & Dock Service Technician (Cambridge)
🏢 Apex Dock and Door Systems
📍 Cambridge