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Overview

The Lilly Company, established in 1919, is a leading provider in the material handling industry across the southeastern region. We are seeking a motivated and skilled Industrial Dock and Door Installation Repair Technician to join our dynamic team, involving the installation, repair, and maintenance of industrial dock doors and related equipment.

Responsibilities

  • Install, repair, and maintain various types of industrial dock doors using hand tools and power tools.
  • Read blueprints, schematics, and technical diagrams to accurately execute installation and repair tasks.
  • Perform welding, metal fabrication, and metal stud framing as needed for door fabrication or modifications.
  • Conduct glass installation, fixture mounting, cabinet installation, and trim carpentry to ensure proper fit and finish.
  • Handle heavy lifting safely and efficiently; operate forklifts or other heavy machinery as required.
  • Troubleshoot mechanical issues with door systems and replace or repair faulty components.
  • Maintain detailed records of work performed, parts used, and inspections completed to ensure compliance with safety standards.

Requirements

  • Proven experience with construction site work including door hanging, framing, remodeling, electrical and welding.
  • Skilled in the use of hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, and schematics reading.
  • Mechanical knowledge related to door systems, fixtures, electrical components, and fabrication processes.
  • Ability to perform heavy lifting safely while adhering to safety protocols.
  • Experience with glass installation, locksmithing or fixture installation is a plus.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to read blueprints and schematics accurately.
  • Prior handyman experience or metal stud framing background preferred; electrical experience is advantageous.

Benefits

  • 401k
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental
  • PTO
  • Vision

Additional Information

  • Work Location: On the road

Benefits

401k
Health Insurance
Dental
PTO
Vision
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The local market in Knoxville, TN

Knoxville, TN currently has 4 other active welding openings besides this one, spread across 4 employers. None of them were added in the last week, so this is a slower-moving market. Across Tennessee as a whole we're tracking 71 other active welding openings from 54 employers. That's enough local activity to be worth comparing two or three offers before committing. Browse every welding job in Knoxville, or widen the search to Tennessee.

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