Garage Headquarters
Garage door sales, installation, and service
Garage Door Installer Apprentice
About the job
- No prior garage door experience is required; the employer will provide training.
- Experience in electrical, mechanical, or carpentry work is listed as a qualification.
- Applicants must have a valid driver's license and a clean driver's record.
- Applicants must be able to obtain a Department of Transportation medical card.
- Applicants must be able to lift 75–100 pounds regularly.
- Applicants must be comfortable using tools and climbing ladders.
- Applicants must be able to work in varying weather conditions, including heat and cold.
- Applicants should have a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, a customer-service mindset, and a willingness to learn a skilled trade and grow with the company.
- Assist with the installation, repair, and servicing of residential and commercial garage doors and operators.
- Work at customer locations, including homes, businesses, and job sites.
- Remove existing equipment and clean work areas after completing jobs.
- Use hand tools and power tools to complete installations and repairs.
- Communicate with customers and offer solutions for repairs or replacements.
- Complete job-related paperwork and documentation.
- Train alongside experienced technicians to develop skills and knowledge.
About the company
Garage Headquarters provides garage door sales, installation, and service for residential and commercial customers in Southern New England. Its offerings cover garage doors, openers, and related hardware, with maintenance and repair services to keep doors functioning. The company differentiates itself through a long-standing family heritage combined with professional backing after a 2022 partnership with a private equity firm and the O'Meara family, enabling scaling while preserving core values and a focus on customer service. The goal is to expand its market presence beyond Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Connecticut, increasing service reach and helping more customers with reliable door solutions.
Company Size
11-50
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
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Founded
1973
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- The 2026 Custom Design Division opens higher-margin residential projects.
- GHQ's 2022 digital transformation supports faster scheduling, quoting, and service coordination.
- US Dock & Door's 2025 Northeast expansion brings capital, cross-selling, and operational scale.
What critics are saying
- US Dock & Door acquired GHQ on July 17, 2025, risking brand dilution.
- Custom Design Division concentrates growth in Rhode Island, Cape Cod, and nearby Connecticut.
- Big platform consolidation can strip local autonomy and close the Warwick headquarters.
What makes Garage Headquarters unique
- Founded in 1973, GHQ dominates Southeastern New England overhead door service.
- The 2026 Custom Design Division targets architects and high-end builders.
- GHQ added integrated software in 2022 to improve customer experience.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Paid Holidays
Paid Vacation
Growth & Insights and Company News
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↑ 3%About US Dock and DoorUS Dock & Door is a service-based platform of operating companies that maintain, repair and install commercial loading dock equipment, entry systems, and residential garage doors. With over 50 years of history, USDD's operating companies primarily service the Southeast and Northeast markets and work with customers across a variety of industries including manufacturing, distribution, life sciences, retail, education, residential homeowners and home builders. To learn more, please visit www.usdockdoor.com.