Appliance Technician

Overview Under supervision of the Appliance Technician Lead installs services and repairs stoves refrigerators dishwashing machines and other electrical household or commercial appliances using hand tools and test equipment and following wiring diagrams and manufacturers specifications Connects appliances to power sources and test meters such as wattmeter ammeter or voltmeter observes readings on meters and graphic recorders examines appliances during operating cycles to detect excess vibration overheating fluid leaks and loose parts and disassembles appliances to examine mechanical and electrical parts Traces electrical circuits following diagrams and locates shorts and grounds using ohmmeter calibrates timers thermostats adjusts contact points and cleans and washes parts using wire brushes buffers and solvent to remove carbon grease and dust Replaces worn or defective parts such as switches pumps bearings transmissions belts gears blowers and defective wiring repairs and adjusts appliance motors reassembles appliances adjusts pulleys and lubricates moving parts using hand tools and lubricating equipment Responsibilities This position description is subject to change at any time as needed to meet the requirements of the program or company Installs services and repairs washers and dryers using hand tools and test equipment and following wiring diagrams and manufacturers specifications Connects appliances to power sources and test meters such as wattmeter ammeter or voltmeter observes readings on meters and graphic recorders examines appliances during operating cycles to detect excess vibration overheating fluid leaks and loose parts and disassembles appliances to examine mechanical and electrical parts Traces electrical circuits following diagrams and locates shorts and grounds using ohmmeter calibrates timers thermostats adjusts contact points and cleans and washes parts using wire brushes buffers and solvent to remove carbon grease and dust Replaces worn or defective parts such as switches pumps bearings transmissions belts gears blowers and defective wiring repairs and adjusts appliance motors reassembles appliances adjusts pulleys and lubricates moving parts using hand tools and lubricating equipment Performs other duties as assigned Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Education Certifications One year related experience may be substituted for one year of education if degree is required High School Graduate or equivalent Capable of effectively communicating technical information in English both written and verbal Host Country Drivers License is required Experience 2 years of appliance repair technical experience Skills Must possess good organizational skills Ability to work with diverse workforce Strong trouble shooting skills required Working Environment Works in a shop environment However duties may involve the conduct of work in the outdoors with a potential exposure to extreme climatic conditions including frequent dust storms and high temperatures up to 130 degrees in the summer months Potential exposure to chemical or biological agents could exist Employee use of Personal Protective Equipment PPE in certain areas is required Such PPE includes but is not limited to head foot hand torso respiratory vision and hearing protective devices Normal work week is 48 hours but may be required to work overtime We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and supports the contributions of each individual This commitment along with our common Vision and Values of Integrity Respect and Responsibility allows us to leverage differences encourage innovation and expand our success in the global marketplace Vectrus is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion age sex national origin protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability EOE Minority Female Disabled Veteran