Home Appliance Repairer (Retail/Service Stores)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Technical job that performs fault diagnosis, repair, parts replacement, and maintenance inspection of household and commercial home appliances.
Description
Home Appliance Repairers (Retail/Service Stores) visit stores or customer homes to diagnose faults in home appliances such as refrigerators, washing machines, air conditioners, and televisions. They perform repair work including parts replacement, adjustments, and internal cleaning to ensure safety and restore functionality. They work according to manufacturer manuals, manage fault histories, and provide customers with usage instructions and after-sales service. In recent years, IT knowledge is required for network appliance setup and software updates.
Future Outlook
With the spread of IoT and smart home appliances, demand for network setup and software support will increase. In an aging society, demand for home appliance maintenance, inspections, and on-site repairs will remain stable.
Personality Traits
Curious and Inquisitive / Good Team Player / Patient / Service-Oriented / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Contract Employee / Full-Time Employee / On-site Repair / Shift Work / Store-Based Work
Career Path
Apprentice Repair Worker → Home Appliance Repairer → Senior Technician → Service Manager → Maintenance Department Manager
Required Skills
Basic Electrical Circuits / Customer Service Skills / Fault Diagnosis / Home Appliance Knowledge (Structure) / Use of Tools and Measuring Instruments
Recommended Skills
Circuit Board Repair / English (Manual Reading) / IoT Appliance Network Setup / Manufacturer-Specific Product Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because oversights in details can lead to malfunctions. |
| Communication Skills | Because it involves interactions with customers and explaining work content. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Because motivation to learn is required to adapt to changes in new products and technologies. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because physical strength is required for transporting and repairing large appliances. |
| Problem Solving | The ability to identify fault causes and derive solutions is essential. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because work is mainly based on manuals, with little need for original ideas. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Complex calculations are rarely needed. |
Related Qualifications
- Home Appliance Product Advisor
- Second-Class Electrician
- Service Engineer Skill Certification
Aliases
- Home Appliance Maintenance Technician
- Home Appliance Service Engineer
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- Air Conditioner Mechanic
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- Home Appliance Salesperson
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