Appliance Technician

Jobs for Humanity is partnering with Aarons to build an inclusive and just employment ecosystem. Therefore, we prioritize individuals coming from the following communities: Refugee, Neurodivergent, Single Parent, Blind or Low Vision, Deaf or Hard of Hearing, Black, Hispanic, Asian, Military Veterans, the Elderly, the LGBTQ, and Justice Impacted individuals. This position is open to candidates who reside in and have the legal right to work in the country where the job is located.

Company Name: Aarons

We are Aaron’s - an industry leader in the sales and lease-to-own retail industry known for quality brand names and superior customer service. We provide our team members the opportunity to reach their full potential in a team-oriented, high-energy, recognition-based environment with competitive pay and benefits. This is much more than a job – it is a career with purpose.

Summary

To perform accurate diagnoses and repair of consumer electronics and appliances in the Service Center. Properly complete all necessary service orders / paperwork associated with the repair. Calculate estimates on all non-warranty repairs. Research product, part information and determine warranty status.

 Should Include:

• Knowledge of most common consumer electronics and/or appliances

• Experienced in trouble shooting to modular level

• Ability to read schematics, research part and product information

 • Basic PC skills with the ability to navigate service software and vendor websites

 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensures accurate documentation of service orders

• Maintains a safe and clean work environment

• Performs repairs in accordance with manufacturer specs and in a timely efficient manner

• Communicates with retail store associates on product usage and training

Education and Experience

• No minimum experience required

• 2 years of technical experience preferred

• Type I EPA Certification preferred for appliance technicians

 

Required Skills and Competencies                                                   

• Strong time management skills

• Strong mechanical aptitude

• Strong PC skills

Physical Requirements

Hearing/Speaking:

Effective communication with associates, supervisors/managers, and customers as required Bending/Stooping:

• Frequently (activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of time)

 Climbing:

• Not Present Lifting:

• Frequently (activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of time)

 Lifting Weight:

• Ability to lift-up to 40 lbs. independently and greater than 40 lbs. with assistance

Pushing/Pulling:

• Frequently (activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of time)

Sitting:

• Occasionally (activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of time)

Standing:

• Frequently (activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of time)

Walking:

• Frequently (activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of time