Appliance and Refrigeration Repair Technician

Appliance and Refrigeration Repair Technician Why an Appliance Repair Technician career might be right for you: You like solving problems – Each repair is different. You enjoy diagnosing problems and figuring out solutions You like fixing things – Getting things working again is a satisfying outcome. You did that! You like helping others – You’re the hero of the home, fixing essential appliances and lifting that weight off the shoulders of grateful homeowners You like to be on the move – You’re on the road and welcomed into customers’ homes every day Why a career with Sears Home Services is right for you: Great hourly rates – $18 - $30 hourly base rate, depending on experience, certification and location Benefits – Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits with an additional employer‑paid health care subsidy for any dependent tier medical plan enrollment under the Transform Health and Welfare Plan. Each eligible employee may receive up to $4,000 annually towards the cost of dependent tier health coverage, prorated throughout the plan year 401k match – Opportunity to contribute to a 401k plan, with an employer match 100% on the first 3% of salary More ways to earn – Technicians can earn additional performance bonuses and sales incentives throughout the year Year‑round work – Sears cross‑trains technicians and keeps them busy year‑round Expert training – Best‑in‑class training program. Tens of thousands of repair technicians have been trained by Sears Technical Institute over the past 60 years Peer mentoring – Onboarding buddy and mentor technicians help you grow your skills Career advancement – Many ways to advance and cross‑train to keep growing your career. Average tenure is over 12 years Tools Provided – Company vehicle, uniforms, specialty tools, mobile phone and industry‑leading app that eliminates paperwork and provides technical support Job Responsibilities Drive to multiple customers’ homes daily to diagnose and repair a variety of home appliances with high quality and efficiency; appliances may include refrigerators, washers, dryers, dishwashers, and microwaves Deliver excellent customer experience that exceeds expectations consistently Provide customers with value‑added solutions that help make their home more clean, comfortable and protected Keep company truck well‑maintained, organized, and help manage parts efficiently Performs other duties as assigned Requirements High school diploma or general education degree EPA Type I or EPA Universal certification Mechanical knowledge and aptitude, including use of testing & repair tools Experience repairing and diagnosing a variety of home appliances preferred Can follow directions and processes for quality workmanship Can use a smartphone, including for part ordering Successfully pass a background & drug screen Valid driver’s license for the state(s) in which you work Ability to travel up to 100% Ability to work variable and flexible hours, including required overtime Ability to read, understand, and apply written technical text to answer questions, solve problems, and complete job tasks Excellent communication skills, verbal and written; ability to read, write, and speak English Ability to constantly lift, carry, push, or pull up to 20 lbs (frequently lift, carry, push, or pull 50 lbs; occasionally up to 100 lbs) Ability to constantly reach outward, handle and finger objects, stand, walk, sit and type using a keyboard Ability to frequently bend, squat, kneel, twist, turn, stoop, climb, and crawl Ability to occasionally reach above shoulder Ability to drive an automatic‑transmission vehicle Years Experience: 1 – 2 Years Travel Requirements: Road Warrior (75% or more) Location: Clearwater, FL 33760, United States Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Vet. #J-18808-Ljbffr