• Reading and interpreting work orders, diagrams, specifications, and manuals to prepare job
• Safely using hand and power tools, measuring devices, and testing equipment to diagnose problems and verify/test corrective actions taken
• Performing customer service functions including resolving business enquiries, preparing cost estimates, cleaning and inspecting work sites, and demonstrating operation of the products
• Selecting/inspecting refrigeration sealed systems equipment; recovery equipment; measuring devices; and soldering, brazing, and welding equipment for domestic appliances
• Diagnosing, maintaining, adjusting, and repairing electronic control and component systems, natural gas systems, electrical systems, incoming water and water discharge systems, static and forced air systems, and sealed systems of domestic appliances
• Developing knowledge of environmental legislation, hazardous materials, codes of practice, and domestic appliance product standards; keeping up-to-date with new technologies and regulatory changes
• Effectively working and communicating with co-workers and customers

• Secondary school diploma with math, drafting, electronics, chemistry or physics, and English credits; enrolment in OYAP may be an asset
• Completion of a 6,000-hour apprenticeship, including a combination of on-the-job and in-school training
• Exam to obtain Certificate of Qualification

• Full-time 40-hour week; some on-call and weekend work
• Physical stamina required for working with large appliances
• Presentable appearance, good attitude, and courteous manner essential for home repairs; small appliances often repaired in comfortable shop
• Employers include small or large repair shops, appliance manufacturers, and gas and utility companies; some technicians may be self-employed

Apprentice wage increases with skill and experience. Fully qualified workers earn an average of $25.00-$38.00 per hour. 

Appliance Service Technician (445A)

If you checked YES to the majority of these questions, a career as an Appliance Service Technician (445A) may be for you!

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