Appliance Repair Technician
Full Time • Kennebunk
We are looking for an experienced appliance repair tech in the Maine Areas. We are a Whirlpool exclusive service provider, and only work on their manufactured brands.
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.
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.
- Needs to be personable and able to work with customers in their home.
- Technical background and aptitude. Know how to read wiring diagrams and technical manuals.
- Ability to learn new skills.
- Self starter and good work ethic is a must.
- Must pass background, driving and drug screening.
Specific Responsibilities:
- Accurately diagnose and repair appliances/equipment in the customer's home
- Provide cost estimates for repairs/installations 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
- Flexible and variable hours (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.
EXPERIENCED TECHNICIAN
- $22 to $27/hr
BENEFITS
- Medical and dental insurance, 2 weeks paid vacation/year (3 weeks vacation after 5 years), 1 floating personal day, 6 paid holidays/year, 401k program with company contribution after one full calendar month of employment.
- Company provided vehicle (That you are allowed to use while working and take home every evening.)
- Company provided cell phone and tablet
We are actively interviewing for this position - Apply today and our hiring manager will follow up!
Job Type: Full-time
Compensation: $50,000.00 - $70,000.00 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?
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This business is independently owned and operated. Your application will go directly to the independent business, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of said business. All inquiries about employment at this location should be made directly to the location, and not to the United Appliance Servicers Association.
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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)