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Appliance & Refrigeration Repair Tech - Full & Part Time

Sears, Kingston, NY, United States


Job Title
Appliance and Refrigeration Repair Technician

About the Role

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 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.

Benefits

Great hourly rates – $18–$30 per hour base depending on experience, certification and location.

Medical, dental and vision coverage plus an employer‑paid health‑care subsidy for dependent tier plans (up to $4,000 annually prorated).

401(k) match – 100% match on the first 3% of salary.

Performance bonuses and sales incentives.

Year‑round work with cross‑training opportunities.

Comprehensive training from Sears Technical Institute.

Peer mentoring and onboarding buddy.

Career advancement options.

Company vehicle, uniforms, specialty tools, mobile phone and industry‑leading app.

Responsibilities

Drive to multiple customers’ homes daily to diagnose and repair a variety of home appliances, including refrigerators, washers, dryers, dishwashers and microwaves.

Deliver excellent customer experience that exceeds expectations consistently.

Provide customers with value‑added solutions to improve home comfort and protection.

Keep the company truck well‑maintained, organized and parts efficiently managed.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

High school diploma or general education degree.

EPA Type I or EPA Universal certification.

Mechanical knowledge and aptitude, including use of testing and repair tools.

Experience repairing and diagnosing a variety of home appliances preferred.

Ability to follow directions and processes for quality workmanship.

Proficiency with a smartphone for part ordering.

Successfully pass a background and 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 text of a technical nature to answer questions, solve problems, and complete job tasks.

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written; ability to read, write, and speak English.

Ability to constantly lift, carry, push, or pull up to 20 lbs (frequently 50 lbs; occasionally 100 lbs).

Ability to constantly reach outward, handle 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.

Experience
1–2 years of experience.

Travel Requirements
Road Warrior (75% or more).

Location
Kingston, VT 05701 (Jeffersonville work‑in city).

Equal Opportunity Employer
Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Vet.

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