Appliance Repair Technician job description template
Appliance repair technicians diagnose and fix refrigerators, washers, dryers, dishwashers, ranges and other household appliances, usually right in the customer's kitchen or laundry room. The best posts say which brands and appliance types you service, whether you're an authorized warranty servicer, and whether sealed-system refrigeration work is part of the job, since that requires EPA Section 608 certification.
Appliance Repair Technician
Full-timeYour Company is hiring an appliance repair technician to diagnose and repair household appliances in our customers' homes. You'll run a daily schedule of service calls, track down faults with meters and tech sheets, order the right parts and get kitchens and laundry rooms working again. Customers often need their fridge or washer back fast, so clear communication and honest advice matter. If you like figuring out how things work and fixing them right the first time, apply today.
What you’ll do
- Diagnose refrigerators, washers, dryers, dishwashers, ranges and microwaves using tech sheets and meters
- Replace failed parts such as control boards, igniters, pumps, motors, door switches and heating elements
- Check voltage, continuity and gas connections, and test every repair before you leave
- Look up parts by model and serial number, order them and schedule return visits to finish repairs
- Perform sealed-system repairs on refrigerators and freezers following EPA refrigerant rules
- Explain the problem, the repair cost and repair-versus-replace options honestly before starting work
- Submit manufacturer warranty claims with photos, part numbers and accurate service notes
- Protect floors with mats and appliance dollies, and leave every work area clean
What we’re looking for
- Hands-on appliance repair experience or completion of an appliance service training program
- EPA Section 608 certification (Type I or Universal), or willing to earn it before doing sealed-system work
- Able to read schematics and test components with a multimeter
- Safe work habits around electricity, gas lines and water connections
- Valid driver's license and comfort running a schedule of home visits across our service area
- Able to kneel, reach behind appliances and move heavy units with a dolly and a coworker
Nice to have
- Manufacturer training from brands such as Whirlpool, GE Appliances, Samsung or LG
- Experience with built-in and high-end brands such as Sub-Zero, Wolf, Viking or Bosch
- NASTeC appliance technician certification
- Commercial laundry or commercial kitchen equipment experience
Schedule
Full-time, Monday through Friday with scheduled service windows, plus a rotating Saturday.
What we offer
- Company van with a stocked parts inventory
- Manufacturer training courses and your EPA 608 test paid for
- Tablet, meters and diagnostic tools provided
- Medical insurance and paid vacation
- Bonuses for first-visit fixes and strong customer reviews
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Appliance Repair Technician our company is hiring an appliance repair technician to diagnose and repair household appliances in our customers' homes. You'll run a daily schedule of service calls, track down faults with meters and tech sheets, order the right parts and get kitchens and laundry rooms working again. Customers often need their fridge or washer back fast, so clear communication and honest advice matter. If you like figuring out how things work and fixing them right the first time, apply today. What you’ll do • Diagnose refrigerators, washers, dryers, dishwashers, ranges and microwaves using tech sheets and meters • Replace failed parts such as control boards, igniters, pumps, motors, door switches and heating elements • Check voltage, continuity and gas connections, and test every repair before you leave • Look up parts by model and serial number, order them and schedule return visits to finish repairs • Perform sealed-system repairs on refrigerators and freezers following EPA refrigerant rules • Explain the problem, the repair cost and repair-versus-replace options honestly before starting work • Submit manufacturer warranty claims with photos, part numbers and accurate service notes • Protect floors with mats and appliance dollies, and leave every work area clean What we’re looking for • Hands-on appliance repair experience or completion of an appliance service training program • EPA Section 608 certification (Type I or Universal), or willing to earn it before doing sealed-system work • Able to read schematics and test components with a multimeter • Safe work habits around electricity, gas lines and water connections • Valid driver's license and comfort running a schedule of home visits across our service area • Able to kneel, reach behind appliances and move heavy units with a dolly and a coworker Nice to have • Manufacturer training from brands such as Whirlpool, GE Appliances, Samsung or LG • Experience with built-in and high-end brands such as Sub-Zero, Wolf, Viking or Bosch • NASTeC appliance technician certification • Commercial laundry or commercial kitchen equipment experience Schedule Full-time, Monday through Friday with scheduled service windows, plus a rotating Saturday. What we offer • Company van with a stocked parts inventory • Manufacturer training courses and your EPA 608 test paid for • Tablet, meters and diagnostic tools provided • Medical insurance and paid vacation • Bonuses for first-visit fixes and strong customer reviews
Screening questions for an appliance repair technician
Ask these on the application form to sort applicants quickly. They’re added automatically when you post this template.
- Do you have hands-on experience repairing household appliances such as washers, dryers or refrigerators?Yes / No · required
- Which EPA Section 608 type do you hold, if any?Short answer
- Describe a hard-to-find appliance fault you diagnosed and how you tracked it down.Paragraph
Appliance Repair Technician interview questions
- A refrigerator's freezer is cold but the fresh food section is warm. How do you diagnose it?
- A front-load washer won't drain and shows an error code. Walk me through your steps.
- A gas dryer runs but doesn't heat. What do you check, and in what order?
- How do you tell a customer that a repair costs more than the appliance is worth?
- Which appliance brands are you most comfortable with, and which give you the most trouble?
- The part you need is on back order and the customer is without a fridge. What do you do?
- What safety steps do you take before working on a gas range or a 240-volt appliance?
- How do you document a repair so the warranty claim gets paid?
Tips for hiring an appliance repair technician
- Ask for the EPA 608 card if the job includes sealed-system work. Type I covers small appliances such as household refrigerators, while Universal covers every type.
- Have candidates talk you through a real repair, from the customer's complaint to the fix. Experienced techs explain their diagnostic steps clearly and in order.
- HVAC and electronics techs often pick up appliance repair quickly, and manufacturer training can fill the gaps.
- If you do warranty work, check each manufacturer's servicer requirements before you hire, since some require brand training before a tech's claims are paid.