Appliance Installation & Maintenance Technician

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle & fuel

Health insurance options

Retirement savings plan

Training programs on appliance tech

Friendly and collaborative environment

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a reliable Appliance Installation & Maintenance Technician to service the Queenstown area. You will install and maintain domestic appliances on-site, providing professional service and technical expertise.

The role emphasizes troubleshooting, attention to workmanship, and strong customer communication, with growth opportunities within a supportive service organization.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in appliance installation and repair.
• Good understanding of electrical, plumbing, and gas systems relevant to appliances.
• Ability to read and follow technical manuals and installation guides.
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent customer service and communication abilities.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and be able to work flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Perform expert installations of various domestic appliances, including electrical and plumbing connections.
• Conduct routine maintenance and servicing to ensure appliances are operating efficiently and safely.
• Diagnose and repair common appliance malfunctions and replace faulty parts.
• Respond to customer service calls and provide timely resolution of issues.
• Educate customers on proper appliance usage and maintenance recommendations.
• Maintain accurate service records and manage inventory of parts and tools.

Skills

Customer service

Problem-solving

Electrical knowledge

Plumbing knowledge

Gas systems knowledge

Reading manuals

Driver's license

Tools

Installation tools

Testing equipment

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a reliable Appliance Installation & Maintenance Technician to join their team servicing the Queenstown area. This role is essential for ensuring customers receive prompt and professional installation of new appliances and efficient maintenance of existing ones. You will be the face of the company on-site, providing excellent service and technical expertise. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, possesses strong troubleshooting skills, and is committed to maintaining high standards of workmanship and customer satisfaction. This is a hands-on role with opportunities to develop your skills within a growing service organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform expert installations of various domestic appliances, including electrical and plumbing connections.
• Conduct routine maintenance and servicing to ensure appliances are operating efficiently and safely.
• Diagnose and repair common appliance malfunctions and replace faulty parts.
• Respond to customer service calls and provide timely resolution of issues.
• Educate customers on proper appliance usage and maintenance recommendations.
• Maintain accurate service records and manage inventory of parts and tools.

Requirements

• Proven experience in appliance installation and repair.
• Good understanding of electrical, plumbing, and gas systems relevant to appliances.
• Ability to read and follow technical manuals and installation guides.
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent customer service and communication abilities.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and be able to work flexible hours.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage with potential for overtime.
• Company vehicle and fuel allowance.
• Health insurance options and retirement savings opportunities.
• Training programs on new appliance technologies.
• A friendly and collaborative work environment.