Household Electrical Appliance Repairer
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Household electrical appliance repairers are specialized technicians who perform fault diagnosis, repair, parts replacement, inspection, and maintenance on electrical appliances used in homes, such as refrigerators, washing machines, and air conditioners.
Description
Household electrical appliance repairers work for home appliance retail service departments, manufacturer service centers, or independent repair shops. They visit customer homes to diagnose and repair faults in electrical appliances. They perform measurements using multimeters, parts replacement, soldering, disassembly and assembly of devices, and checks based on safety standards. After repairs, they conduct operational tests and explain usage instructions. In recent years, with the increase in IoT appliances and energy-efficient devices, they are required to handle electronic controls and remote diagnostic technologies.
Future Outlook
The prevalence of household electrical appliances remains high, and with the increasing demand for IoT and energy-efficient devices, advanced electronic control technologies and remote diagnostics are required. The introduction of AI-based fault prediction and remote maintenance is progressing, and acquiring skills for service efficiency and customer satisfaction improvement will be key in the future.
Personality Traits
Able to Respond Flexibly / Customer-Oriented / Polite and Courteous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Appliance Store Service / Dispatched Contract Employee / Manufacturer Service Employment / On-site Visits / Self-Employed Freelancer
Career Path
Apprentice Repair Worker → Repair Staff → Senior Repair Technician → Service Engineer Leader → Technical Support Manager
Required Skills
Basic Knowledge of Electrical and Electronic Circuits / Customer Service / Equipment Disassembly and Assembly Skills / Fault Diagnosis / Knowledge of Electrical Safety Regulations / Soldering and Parts Replacement
Recommended Skills
English Document Reading / Inventory Management / IoT and Smart Appliance Knowledge / Refrigerant Handling Technology
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | To logically infer the cause of failures and respond accurately. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because accuracy is required in handling parts and wiring work. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | To respond to new products and technologies. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because there is frequent handling of heavy items and bending motions, requiring physical stamina. |
| Problem Solving | Necessary for identifying fault causes and devising repair methods. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because work follows standard procedures. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because it involves only simple measurement value checks, with little advanced mathematical analysis. |
Related Qualifications
- Electrical Appliance Maintenance Skills Certification (Level 2/3)
- Home Appliance Product Advisor
- Second-Class Electrician
Aliases
- Home Appliance Maintenance Technician
- Home Appliance Repair Technician
- Home Appliance Service Engineer
Related Jobs
- Electrical Machinery and Appliance Repairer
- Equipment Maintenance Staff
- Home Appliance Salesperson
- Service Engineer