appliance service technician

Barron's Home Appliance Centre Ltd; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional appliance repair service in Nanaimo is seeking a skilled technician to conduct repairs and diagnostics on various electrical appliances. Candidates should have a high school diploma and 3 to 5 years of relevant experience. This is an on-site position that requires physical stamina and strong communication skills with clients. Health benefits such as dental, vision care, and life insurance are provided.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Life insurance

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in appliance repair.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Ability to distinguish between colours.

Responsibilities

• Conduct voltage, resistance and other tests using electrical equipment.
• Prepare written estimates of repair costs.
• Repair and replace electrical appliances.
• Advise customers on equipment condition.

Skills

Client focus

Dependability

Interpersonal skills

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Initiative

Organized

Team player

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

Electrical test equipment

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

• Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On site: Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Various locations
• Staff accommodation available

Responsibilities

• Conduct voltage, resistance and other tests using electrical test equipment
• Prepare written estimates of repair costs
• Plan service routes
• Refer to schematic drawings or product manuals to repair parts
• Diagnose faults, using testing devices
• Repair electrical appliances and components
• Replace faulty components
• Advise customers on work performed and condition of equipment
• Use shop equipment and specialized diagnostic and programming apparatus to repair, adjust and reprogram appliances

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Vehicle supplied by employer

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Handling heavy loads
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Fast-paced environment

Weight handling

• Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Initiative
• Organized
• Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Life insurance