Appliance Repair Technician

Atlantic Coast Appliance; Franklin (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Retirement

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

A leading appliance repair service is seeking an Appliance Repair Technician in Virginia. The role requires diagnosing and repairing all types of appliances, managing customer relations, and providing cost estimates. Ideal candidates should be self-motivated, skilled in troubleshooting, and able to lift heavy equipment. The position offers a salary range of $42,000.00 - $52,000.00 per year and includes benefits like health care and retirement. Join a high-demand career that ensures job security and upward mobility.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Driver's License with a clean record.
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair appliances in the customer's home.
• Provide cost estimates and collect payments.
• Keep company vehicle and equipment properly serviced.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Mechanical aptitude

Knowledge of electrical work

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Tools

Repair tools

Job description

As an Appliance Repair Technician, you are a key member of the team responsible for the quality and efficient installation, maintenance, and repair of appliances and other equipment. Exemplifying our code of values, you show respect and courtesy to all customers and employees.

This position is right for you if you are self‑motivated, have a knack for troubleshooting, and are able to manage time to effectively meet deadlines. Ideally, you have proven communication skills with supervisors, employees, and customers.

Specific Responsibilities

• Accurately diagnose and repair appliances/equipment in the customer's home
• Provide cost estimates for repairs and collect payment and/or payment information from customers for work performed
• Ensure the efficient use of materials and keep company vehicle and equipment properly serviced
• Complete invoices, daily route sheets, and weekly reports as required
• Perform other duties as needed which may include cross‑training in related positions

Job Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Valid Driver's License with a clean record
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Proficiency to navigate tablet‑based technology
• The ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds on a repetitive basis, and up to 100 pounds on an occasional basis without assistance and the physical ability to perform strenuous work under varied circumstances
• Monday thru Friday 7:30 to 4:30ish (no weekends)

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Benefits

Benefits package Health care, Retirement, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off

We are actively interviewing for this position - Apply today and our hiring manager will follow up!

Compensation: $42,000.00 - $52,000.00 per year

As an appliance repair technician, you’ll work with anything from dishwashers to microwaves to dryers. In other words, you’ll need to be fairly knowledgeable about large appliances, portable appliances, mechanical work, as well as electrical work.

You’ll deal with more than just appliances, though, as a repair technician, you’ll have to deal with people, too.

Appliance repair technicians must also have skills in high mechanical aptitude, have impeccable written and verbal communication skills, work adeptly with repair tools, be okay with lifting heavy machinery, and of course, be incredibly skilled in troubleshooting problems.

Are you prepared to start your journey toward becoming an appliance technician?

Why Should you Consider a Career in Appliance Repair?

High Demand

Amid the general collapse of the service economy during the pandemic — appliance repair technicians are seeing explosive demand for their services as families adjust to living at home 24/7, sometimes with adult children, elderly parents or in‑laws expanding households and putting more wear and tear on refrigerators and dishwashers. (Source: washingtonpost.com)

Job Security

Appliance repair is a great career choice because even with constantly advancing appliance technology, repair careers won’t be sent overseas or replaced by robots. People’s daily lives will always rely on appliances, and repairmen will always be needed to step in and get them back online. (Source: nhaparts.com)

Upward Mobility

Given how rapidly home appliances’ tech evolves, you’ll be continuously learning how to solve new problems for customers. Additionally, as you become acclimated to these changes, you can market your unique skills and boost your earnings. (Source: appliancerepairstartup.com)

Competitive Compensation

Being an appliance repair tech just so happens to pay pretty well also, more than enough to support a family and enjoy a comfortable lifestyle. (Source: nhaparts.com)