Appliance & Refrigeration Repair Technician

Sears; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Medical benefits

401k plan

Job summary

Sears Home Services is seeking an Appliance & Refrigeration Repair Technician in Columbus, OH to diagnose and repair a range of home appliances and refrigeration units. You will travel to customers’ homes daily, delivering quality service and practical solutions to keep homes running smoothly.

The role requires EPA Type I or EPA Universal certification, a high school diploma, and the ability to travel up to 100%.

Qualifications

• EPA Type I or EPA Universal certification required.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Mechanical knowledge and aptitude, including use of testing & repair tools.
• Experience repairing and diagnosing a variety of home appliances preferred.
• Pass a background & drug screen.
• Valid driver's license for the state(s) you work.
• Ability to travel up to 100%.

Responsibilities

• Drive to multiple customer's homes daily to diagnose and repair a variety of home appliances with high levels of quality and efficiency; appliances may include refrigerators, washers, dryers, dishwashers, and microwaves.
• Deliver excellent customer experience that exceeds expectations consistently.
• Provide customers with value-added solutions that help make their home more clean, comfortable & protected.
• Keep company truck well-maintained & organized, and help manage parts efficiently.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Customer service

Communication

English proficiency

Valid driver's license

Education

EPA Type I or EPA Universal certification

High school diploma

Job description

OverviewWe are seeking a skilled and motivated Appliance & Refrigeration Repair Technician to join our team in Columbus, OH, 43220. In this role, you will be responsible for diagnosing and repairing a variety of household appliances and refrigeration units. If you have a passion for problem-solving and enjoy working with your hands, this is the perfect opportunity for you to showcase your expertise and contribute to our commitment to exceptional customer service.Appliance Repair Technician- You like solving problems – Each repair is different. You enjoy diagnosing problems and figuring out solutions.You like fixing things – Getting things working again is a satisfying outcome. You did that!You like helping others – You’re the hero of the home, fixing essential appliances and lifting that weight off the shoulders of grateful homeowners.You like to be on the move – You’re on the road and welcomed into customers’ homes every day.**Sears Home Services **- Great hourly rates – $18 - $30 / hourly base rate, depending on experience, certification and location.Benefits – Comprehensive set of medical, dental, and vision benefits with an additional employer-paid health care subsidy for any dependent tier medical plan enrollment under the Transform Health and Welfare Plan. Specifically, each eligible employee may receive up to $4,000 annually towards the cost of your dependent tier health coverage each year, prorated throughout the plan year.401k match – Opportunity to contribute to 401k plan, with an employer match calculated on your before-tax contributions, 100% on the first 3% of salary.More ways to earn –Technicians have the opportunity to earn additional performance bonuses & sales incentives throughout the year.Year-round work – With Sears large scale and wide product range, Sears cross trains techs and keeps them busy year round.Expert training – Best in class training program. Tens of thousands of repair techs have been trained by Sears Technical Institute in the past 60 years.Peer mentoring – Onboarding buddy and mentor technicians to help you grow your skills.Tools Provided – Sears provides company vehicle, uniforms, specialty tools, mobile phone & industry-leading app that eliminates paperwork and provides technical support.| | | |Job Responsibilities:| | | |Drive to multiple customer’s homes daily to diagnose and repair a variety of home appliances with high levels of quality and efficiency; appliances may include refrigerators, washers, dryers, dishwashers, and microwavesDeliver excellent customer experience that exceeds expectations consistentlyProvide customers with value-added solutions that help make their home more clean, comfortable & protectedKeep company truck well-maintained & organized, and help manage parts efficientlyPerforms other duties as assignedRequirements:High school diploma or general education degreeEPA Type I or EPA Universal certificationMechanical knowledge and aptitude, including use of testing & repair toolsExperience repairing and diagnosing a variety of home appliances preferredCan follow directions and processes for quality workmanshipCan use smartphone, including use for part orderingSuccessfully pass a background & drug screenValid driver’s license for the state(s) in which you workAbility to travel up to 100%Ability to work variable and flexible hours, including required overtimeAbility to read, understand, and apply written text of a technical nature to answer questions, solve problems, and complete job tasksExcellent communication skills, both verbal and written; Ability to read, write, and speak EnglishAbility to constantly lift, carry, push, or pull up to 20 lbs (frequently lift, carry, push, or pull 50 lbs; occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull 100 lbs)Ability to constantly reach outward, handle and finger objects, stand, walk, sit and type using a keyboardAbility to frequently bend, squat, kneel, twist, turn, stoop, climb, and crawlAbility to occasionally reach above shoulderAbility to drive automatic transmission vehicle| | | |