Appliances are becoming more complex than ever before. Technological advancement has brought smart-home appliances that are highly programmable with internet connectivity and mobile apps. There is a major shortage of computer-savvy appliance technicians, making this a great time to consider joining this fast-growing industry. Here are just a few of the many reasons to become an appliance technician:
- 1. Be a Hero As an appliance technician, you get to “save the day” every day. Our customers are often in a difficult situation when you arrive at their home – an appliance that they depend on is malfunctioning. Perhaps the refrigerator they just filled with groceries isn’t cooling, laundry is piling up, or the oven stopped working the day before Thanksgiving. You get to walk in the door, solve the problem, and see first-hand the impact you’ve made. The look of relief and gratitude on a customer’s face can be a reward in itself.
- 2. Freedom Appliance technicians at Michigan Appliance Repair are issued a company vehicle and work independently. After training, most technicians are not required to report to the office on a daily basis. Our appliance technicians are self-motivated and thrive in a work environment where they have the freedom to work at their own pace without being micromanaged. At the same time, support is never more than a phone call away. A team of administrative personnel, including technical experts, customer service representatives, procurement specialists, and human resources staff are always available to assist you with any issues that arise.
- 3. Great Pay Appliance repair pays really well, especially for a trade that doesn’t require apprenticeship or a college degree. In fact, the average salary for an appliance technician is $58,451 according to the latest salary estimate from Indeed. With a few months of paid training and a little experience, you could be earning an excellent living and best of all, no student loans!
- 4. Job Security Appliance repair is an industry that is expected to continue growing, and there is a nationwide shortage of appliance technicians. This is largely due to a lack of vocational schools and other training opportunities. Even during economic recessions, appliance technicians have been in high demand, since consumers choose to repair rather than replace expensive home appliances.
- 5. Benefits
While benefits vary between companies, Michigan Appliance Repair is proud to offer the following benefits to our appliance technicians: - Health, Dental, and Optical Insurance
- Paid Vacation
- Company Vehicle
- Employee Discounts
- Tool Purchase Program
- Paid Training and Certification
- 6. Never Get Bored As an appliance technician, you’re not stuck at a desk. Instead, you’ll spend your day traveling through new neighborhoods and meeting new people. With thousands of different models of home appliances, there is always something new to learn and a new challenge to solve.
- 7. Knowledge During your training as an appliance technician, you’ll develop excellent troubleshooting skills and amass a wide variety of tools. You’ll learn about electricity, combustion, plumbing, refrigeration, brazing, and much more. You’ll often find yourself applying this knowledge outside of work – potentially saving thousands of dollars in home repair costs.
Is Appliance Repair Right for You?
Do you consider yourself mechanically and technically inclined? Do you enjoy problem solving? Are you friendly and courteous? If so, you could be a great fit for this career. Get started by applying at a reputable appliance service company that offers paid training such as Michigan Appliance Repair or by attending a vocational school that includes preparation for the NASTeC certification exam.