Appliance Repair Techician Trainee

Bob's Supply/Atherton Appliance & Kitchens•Plainview, NY

2d•$20

About The Position

RD Appliance Service, Corp. is a family owned and operated business serving Long Island since 1963. We are are seeking an applicant to train as an appliance technician for Long Island and NYC. As an Appliance Repair Technician, you are a key member of the team responsible for the quality and efficient maintenance and repair of appliances and other equipment. Exemplifying our code of values, you show respect and courtesy to all customers and employees. The core values of our company are Honesty, Integrity, Professionalism, Technical Expertise and Mutual Respect. We set the standards for professionalism and expertise in our industry and strive to provide the highest quality appliance service in our area. We service most brands of appliances but primarily focus on high end residential brands. We also have a commercial division which provides further opportunity long term. We service all of Long Island, including the Hamptons, as well as Manhattan. The expectations are high for our technicians but we go out of our way to provide a positive work culture and an environment that is friendly and upbeat. Motivated techs can make into six figures with just a couple of years of experience. If you are looking for a career change and to work for an organized, well structured and professional service company this is the place for you. This position is right for you if you are self-motivated, have a knack for troubleshooting, and are able to manage time to effectively meet deadlines. Ideally, you have proven communication skills with supervisors, employees, and customers. The ideal candidate for the position has a strong understanding of mechanical and electrical concepts, and the ability to score well on a basic mechanical aptitude test. This person also has excellent attention to detail, strong customer service skills and the ability to work unsupervised in a variety of environments. We provide an initial six week training program which begins with fundamentals and theory and progresses through more complex information and ride alongs with a senior tech. We invest a lot in you to lay the groundwork for your future success. This is not just a job, it's a career with skills that are valued across the entire world . After you've completed training and are able to begin to run your own service calls the following will apply to you: Benefits: dispatch from home with company vehicle company credit card for gas and supplies iPhone, iPad, company branded work shirts health insurance retirement plan Personal, Sick and Vacation PTO 10 paid holidays initial and ongoing paid training through manufacturers and through our company no nights or weekends, no on call days reimbursement for certain technical training courses Bonuses and commissions are also available

Requirements

must have mechanical experience
must have High School diploma or equivalent
must have clean and valid NYS drivers license
must be able to pass background and drug test
must speak English
must attend periodic training classes

Responsibilities

Accurately diagnose and repair appliances/equipment in the customer's home or place of business
Provide cost estimates for repairs/installations and collect payment and/or payment information from customers for work performed
Ensure the efficient use of materials and keep company vehicle and equipment properly serviced
Complete invoices, daily route sheets, and weekly reports as required
Perform other duties as needed which may include cross-training in related positions