Home Appliance Repairers
Repair, adjust, or install all types of electric or gas household appliances, such as refrigerators, washers, dryers, and ovens.
69 alternate job titles:
Air-Conditioner Window Unit Installer (AC Window Unit Installer)
Air-Conditioner Window Unit Servicer (AC Window Unit Servicer)
Appliance Adjuster
Appliance Advisor
Appliance Installer
Appliance Mechanic
Appliance Repair Mechanic
Appliance Repair Service Consultant
Appliance Repair Technician (Appliance Repair Tech)
Appliance Repairer
Appliance Service Technician
Appliance Technician (Appliance Tech)
Appliance Worker
Automatic Washer Mechanic
Certified Appliance Service Technician
Certified Appliance Technician (CAT)
Cooking Appliance Repair Technician
Electric Appliance Installer
Electric Razor Mechanic
Electric Shaver Mechanic
Electric Stove Installer
Electric Stove Mechanic
Electric Tool Repairer
Electrical Appliance Mechanic
Electrical Appliance Repairer
Electrical Appliance Servicer
Electrical Mechanical Technician
Field Service Representative
Gas Appliance Adjuster
Gas Appliance Installer
Gas Appliance Mechanic
Gas Appliance Repairer
Gas Appliance Servicer
Gas Technician
Handyman
Home Appliance Dryer and Washer Mechanic
Home Appliance Installer
Home Appliance Technician
Home Appliance Washing Machine Mechanic
Home Appliances Mechanic
Household Appliance Installer
Household Appliance Mechanic
Household Appliance Repairer
Household Appliances Service Technician
Household Refrigeration Mechanic
Household Refrigerator Mechanic
Maintenance Technician
Microwave Household Appliances Technician
Propane Service Technician
Range Mechanic
Refrigeration Maintenance Tech (Refrigeration Maintenance Technician)
Refrigeration Technician
Refrigerator Repair Technician
Repair Man
Repair Technician
Residential Appliance Repair Technician
Room Cooler Installer
Service Technician (Service Tech)
Sewing Machine Mechanic
Stove Installer
Stove Mechanic
Vacuum Cleaner Mechanic
Vacuum Cleaner Repair Person
Vacuum Cleaner Repairer
Vacuum Repairer
Washing Machine Installer
Washing Machine Repairer
Window Air Conditioner Installer
Window Unit Air Conditioning Mechanic
Salary Information
Home Appliance Repairers: $49,410 (median) per year.
Starting salary (10th percentile).
Required expreience: Varies by Company
Data source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Daily Tasks & Responsibilities
| Task Description | Category |
|---|---|
| Disassemble equipment for maintenance or repair. | General |
| Collect payments for goods or services. | General |
| Test electrical circuits or components for proper functioning. | General |
| Repair worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts. | General |
| Replace worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts. | General |
| Read work orders or descriptions of problems to determine repairs or modifications needed. | General |
| Reassemble equipment after repair. | General |
| Adjust equipment to ensure optimal performance. | General |
| Estimate costs for labor or materials. | General |
| Observe equipment in operation to detect potential problems. | General |
| Test mechanical equipment to ensure proper functioning. | General |
| Read technical information needed to perform maintenance or repairs. | General |
| Train customers in the use of products. | General |
| Assemble mechanical components or machine parts. | General |
| Lubricate equipment to allow proper functioning. | General |
| Dispose of hazardous materials. | General |
| Level machines or equipment. | General |
| Connect hoses to equipment or piping. | General |
| Inspect systems to determine if they are operating properly. | General |
| Install piping for installation or maintenance activities. | General |
| Travel to work sites to perform installation, repair or maintenance work. | General |
| Install home appliances. | General |
| Confer with coworkers to resolve equipment problems. | General |
| Inspect gas systems or components to identify leaks or other potential hazards. | General |
| Cut materials according to specifications or needs. | General |
| Measure distances or dimensions. | General |
| Confer with customers or users to assess problems. | Analysis |
| Clean equipment, parts, or tools to repair or maintain them in good working order. | Maintenance |
| Maintain repair or maintenance records. | Maintenance |
| Maintain inventories of materials, equipment, or products. | Maintenance |
| Advise others on issues related to repairs, installation, or equipment design. | Development |
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Technology Requirements
| Technology | Description |
|---|---|
| Microsoft Excel | Spreadsheet software |
| Microsoft Office software | Office suite software |
| Microsoft Outlook | Electronic mail software |
| Microsoft Windows | Operating system software |
| Microsoft Word | Word processing software |
| Route mapping software | Route navigation software |
| Web browser software | Internet browser software |
| Intac International Wintac | Data base user interface and query software |
| Parts database software | Data base user interface and query software |
| RazorSync | Data base user interface and query software |
| ServiceMax | Data base user interface and query software |
| dESCO ESC | Data base user interface and query software |
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Relevant Certifications
Industry certifications that may be valuable for this career role:
| Certification | Issuing Organization | Practice Test |
|---|---|---|
| Certified Dryer Exhaust Technician | Chimney Safety Institute of America | Not Available |
| Certified Master Technician | Professional Service Association | Not Available |
| Certified National Appliance Service Technician - Cooking | International Society of Certified Electronics Technicians | Not Available |
| Certified National Appliance Service Technician - Laundry and Dishwashing | International Society of Certified Electronics Technicians | Not Available |
| Certified National Appliance Service Technician - Universal Technician | International Society of Certified Electronics Technicians | Not Available |
| Certified Service Manager | Professional Service Association | Not Available |
| Certified Technician | Professional Service Association | Not Available |
| EPA Section 608 Certification - Refrigerant Handling | Air Conditioning Contractors of America | Not Available |
| Universal R-410A Certification | ESCO Group | Not Available |
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