Apprentice Appliance Service Technician

Work setting

• On-site customer service
• Rural area
• Urban area
• Various locations

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Conduct voltage, resistance and other tests using electrical test equipment
• Prepare written estimates of repair costs
• Plan service routes
• Refer to schematic drawings or product manuals to repair parts
• Diagnose faults, using testing devices
• Repair electrical appliances and components
• Replace faulty components
• Advise customers on work performed and condition of equipment
• Use shop equipment and specialized diagnostic and programming apparatus to repair, adjust and reprogram appliances

Experience and specialization

Equipment and machinery experience

• Large household appliances

Additional information

Security and safety

• Bondable
• Criminal record check
• Driver's validity licence check
• Eligible for professional liability insurance
• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Vehicle supplied by employer

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Fast-paced environment

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan

Financial benefits

• Bonus
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Pension plan
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• Other benefits