Field Service Technician (Appliance Repair) - Jacksonville / St. Augustine, FL

LG Electronics; Saint Augustine (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No-cost medical, dental, vision

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

LG Electronics is seeking a Field Service Technician to join our Appliance Repair team covering the Jacksonville / St. Augustine, FL area.

You will diagnose, repair, and service major home appliances, TVs and A/C units at customers' homes, while upholding LG's standards of professionalism and customer service. The ideal candidate has 1+ year in a technical role, hands-on experience with appliances, and the ability to troubleshoot and document findings.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in a technical role (field service preferred).
• Experience repairing major appliances (refrigeration, cooking, cleaning products).
• Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, repair and document issues with products.
• Valid driver's license in good standing.
• Ability to obtain EPA Certification.
• Meet physical requirements generally associated with field service repair such as continuous bending and lifting up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Travel offsite to customers' locations to perform maintenance and repair of LG's equipment to ensure top product performance.
• Proper use of all safety equipment (PPE), vehicle and diagnostic tools provided by LG.
• Conducts technical diagnosis and performs specialized repairs on a variety of electronics and home appliances.
• Diagnose problems, assess the extent of the problem, document findings, make decisions to repair the product and/or replace parts.
• Immediately and accurately process paperwork and perform data entry upon completion of each job.
• Pre-screen next day service calls by obtaining necessary information to help diagnose problem prior to arriving at customer's home.
• Meet or exceed company metrics (customer satisfaction, fix right first time, revisits, parts management, OT %).

Skills

Technical experience

Appliance repair

Tools & diagnostics

Troubleshooting

Driver's license

EPA certification

Physical ability

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Field Service Technician (Appliance Repair) - Jacksonville / St. Augustine, FL

Florida

Step into the innovative world of LG Electronics. As a global leader in technology, LG Electronics is dedicated to creating innovative solutions for a better life. Our brand promise, 'Life\'s Good', embodies our commitment to ensuring a happier life for all. We have a rich history spanning over six decades and a global presence in over 290 locations. Our diverse portfolio includes Home Appliance Solutions, Media Entertainment Solutions, Vehicle Solutions, and Eco Solutions. Our management philosophy, \"Jeong-do Management,\" embodies our commitment to high ethical standards and transparent operations. Grounded in the principles of 'Customer-Value Creation' and 'People-Oriented Management', these values shape our corporate culture, fostering creativity, diversity, and integrity. At LG, we believe in the power of collective wisdom through an inclusive work environment. Join us and become a part of a company that is shaping the future of technology. At LG, we strive to make Life Good for Everyone.

What we can offer :

A crafted employee experience designed to foster professional growth, a focus on health & well-being and an internal community that will set you up for success.

We offer an environment that enables colleagues to demonstrate their capabilities, focus on their work and create value. At LG, you're encouraged to take a creative and individual approach to challenges with strong emphasis placed on performance and skill—and equal, merit-based opportunities across the board. We want our colleagues to grow with our global business. That's why we deliver sure rewards for exceptional performance and offer industry-leading benefits. Come join the team!

The Opportunity:

We are currently seeking the newest innovator to join our dynamic Customer Service team as Field Service Technician (DMST) located in the Jacksonville / St. Augustine, FL area. All candidates must be able to work coverage in the St. Augustine, Fleming Island, Green Cove Springs, Orange Park, East Jacksonville, Sandalwood and surrounding metro areas.

In this role you will be responsible for delivering an exceptional customer experience while servicing our products in the home. Our full line technicians diagnose and repair all major appliances, TVs and A/C units, manage inventory and perform a number of other administrative tasks on a daily basis. Our technicians are the face of LG and will be expected to represent the company with the professionalism our customers have come to expect.

• Travel offsite to customers' locations to perform maintenance and repair of LG's equipment to ensure top product performance.


• Proper use of all safety equipment (PPE), vehicle and diagnostic tools provided by LG.


• Conducts technical diagnosis and performs specialized repairs on a variety of electronics and home appliances.


• Diagnose problems, assess the extent of the problem, document findings, make decisions to repair the product and/or replace parts.


• Immediately and accurately process paperwork and perform data entry upon completion of each job.


• Pre-screen next day service calls by obtaining necessary information to help diagnose problem prior to arriving at customer's home.


• Meet or exceed company metrics (customer satisfaction, fix right first time, revisits, parts management, OT %).

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Minimum 1 year experience in a technical role (Field Service preferred).


• Experience repairing major appliances (Refrigeration/sealed systems, cooking, cleaning products).


• Experience in the use of tools, and diagnostic test equipment.


• Ability to properly trouble-shoot, diagnose, repair and document product/system issues.


• Valid Driver\'s license in good standing.


• Ability to obtain appropriate EPA Certification.


• Meet physical requirements generally associated with field service repair such as continuous bending and lifting up to 50 pounds.

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$25.25 - $29.75 USD

Benefits Offered Full-Time Employees:

• No-cost employee premiums for you and your eligible dependents for competitive medical, dental, vision and prescription benefits.


• Auto enrollment with immediate vesting of competitive company matching contributions in a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with several investment options.


• Generous Paid Time Off program that includes company holidays and a combined bank of paid sick and vacation time.


• Performance based Short-Term Incentives (varies by role).


• Access to confidential mental health resources to help you and your loved ones improve your quality of life. Personal fitness goal incentives.


• Family orientated benefits such as paid parental leave and support for families raising children with learning, social, behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities.


• Group Rate Life and Disability Insurance.

Benefits Offered Temporary/Contractors:

• Eligible for the relevant benefit programs offered through our partner agencies.

Applicants who need assistance or a reasonable accommodation during the hiring process may contact our team by phone at: 973-477-7090 or [e-mail]. This email and phone number will only reply to accommodation requests and is not intended for general employment inquiries.

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

In addition to the above, LG believes that pay transparency is a key part of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our salary ranges take into account many factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skillset, experience, licensure, certifications, internal equity, and other business needs. While we consider geographic pay differentials in final offers, because we operate in many geographies where applicable, the salary range listed may not reflect all geographic differentials applied.

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As set forth in LG Electronics\u2019s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

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A \"disabled veteran\" is one of the following: a veteran of the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service who is entitled to compensation (or who but for the receipt of military retired pay would be entitled to compensation) under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs; or a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service-connected disability.

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