Ellis Fugate Jr

Commercial Door Technician

Fugate Door Systems, LLC

San Antonio, TX

01.2022 - Current

Installed and maintained commercial door hardware, including closers, hinges, lock sets, panic devices, and other related components, such as automatic door operators, automatic sliding doors, automatic and manual revolving doors, stand alone access control units, card readers, mag locks, REX sensors, revolving doors, herculite doors, Ellison balanced doors.
I also have experience with installation and service of Raco Solutions 2 and classic, Timely frames and doors, installation of storefront entry doors and windows as well as the glazing.
Performed troubleshooting on doors to identify any issues with hardware or electronic components.
Repaired and replaced broken frames and door panels as necessary.
Calibrated automatic swing and sliding doors to ensure proper operation.
Replaced damaged weather-stripping around doorways to prevent air leakage.
Programmed access control systems such as card readers and keypads for automated entry into buildings.
Conducted regular maintenance checks on fire rated doors according to code requirements.
Tested emergency exit devices to verify functionality in case of an emergency situation.
Inspected all installed door hardware for compliance with applicable safety codes.
Identified potential hazards associated with existing installations and provided solutions for mitigating those risks.
Recommended upgrades or replacements of existing door hardware when necessary in order to meet current industry standards.
Troubleshot systems to find root causes of problems and determine repair needs.
Took accurate measurements and estimated materials and time for each job.
Ran wiring, adjusted door and calibrated to set up.
Drilled holes to install door hardware.
Completed daily work logs to document completion times and hours spent at each location.