Details Report for:
49-9031.00 - Home Appliance Repairers
Repair, adjust, or install all types of electric or gas household appliances, such as refrigerators, washers, dryers, and ovens.
Sample of reported job titles: Appliance Mechanic, Appliance Repair Mechanic, Appliance Repair Technician (Appliance Repair Tech), Appliance Service Technician, Appliance Technician (Appliance Tech), Repair Man, Repair Technician, Service Technician (Service Tech), Vacuum Repairer
Tasks | Technology Skills | Tools Used | Knowledge | Skills | Abilities | Work Activities | Detailed Work Activities | Work Context | Job Zone | Education | Credentials | Interests | Work Styles | Work Values | Related Occupations | Wages & Employment | Job Openings | Additional Information
Tasks Save Table (XLS/CSV)
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Technology Skills Save Table (XLS/CSV)
- Data base user interface and query software — dESCO ESC; Parts database software; RazorSync; ServiceMax (see all 5 examples)
- Electronic mail software — Microsoft Outlook
- Internet browser software — Web browser software
- Operating system software — Microsoft Windows
- Route navigation software — Route mapping software
- Spreadsheet software — Microsoft Excel
- Word processing software — Microsoft Word
Hot Technology — a technology requirement frequently included in employer job postings.
Tools Used Save Table (XLS/CSV)
- Acoustic sensors — Mechanic's stethoscopes
- Bearing fitting tool kits — Bearing removers
- Carbon monoxide analyzer — Carbon monoxide detectors
- Chemical hose — Charging hoses
- Cleaning brushes — Vent brushes
- Cold chisels — Flat cold chisels
- Dollies — Appliance dollies
- Electronic funds transfer point of sale equipment — Portable point of sale terminals
- Explosimeters — Combustible gas detectors
- Gas gauges — Test charging manifolds
- Hand trucks or accessories — Folding hand trucks
- Heat guns — Dual temperature heat guns
- Hex keys — Hex key sets
- Inspection mirror — Telescoping inspection mirrors
- Leak testing equipment — Leak detectors
- Locking pliers — Hose clamp pliers
- Minivans or vans — Work vans
- Mobile phones — Smart phones
- Multimeters — Digital multimeters
- Notebook computers — Laptop computers
- Pipe or tube cutter — Mini tubing cutters
- Power drills — Cordless drills
- Precision file — Precision needle files
- Ratchets
- Refrigerant compressors — Refrigerant recovery units
- Retaining ring pliers — Snap-ring pliers
- Screwdrivers — Multipurpose screwdrivers
- Shielded metal arc welding or stick welding machine — Stick welders
- Socket attachments and accessories — Socket adapters; Socket extensions
- Socket sets — Socket wrench sets
- Soldering iron — Solder guns
- Spanner wrenches — Multipurpose spanners
- Specialty wrenches — Sealed burner wrenches; Spanner nut wrenches
- Tablet computers
- Temperature gauge — Temperature recorders
- Tube brushes — Condenser brushes
- Utility knives — Folding utility knives
- Vacuum gauges — Digital vacuum gauges
- Vacuum pumps
Knowledge Save Table (XLS/CSV)
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Skills Save Table (XLS/CSV)
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Abilities Save Table (XLS/CSV)
Work Activities Save Table (XLS/CSV)
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Detailed Work Activities Save Table (XLS/CSV)
- Collect payments for goods or services.
- Observe equipment in operation to detect potential problems.
- Confer with customers or users to assess problems.
- Read work orders or descriptions of problems to determine repairs or modifications needed.
- Read technical information needed to perform maintenance or repairs.
- Replace worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts.
- Test electrical circuits or components for proper functioning.
- Advise others on issues related to repairs, installation, or equipment design.
- Disassemble equipment for maintenance or repair.
- Estimate costs for labor or materials.
- Repair worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts.
- Travel to work sites to perform installation, repair or maintenance work.
- Clean equipment, parts, or tools to repair or maintain them in good working order.
- Adjust equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Maintain repair or maintenance records.
- Reassemble equipment after repair.
- Inspect gas systems or components to identify leaks or other potential hazards.
- Train customers in the use of products.
- Connect hoses to equipment or piping.
- Level machines or equipment.
- Confer with coworkers to resolve equipment problems.
- Maintain inventories of materials, equipment, or products.
- Install piping for installation or maintenance activities.
- Test mechanical equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Install home appliances.
- Inspect systems to determine if they are operating properly.
- Measure distances or dimensions.
- Lubricate equipment to allow proper functioning.
- Cut materials according to specifications or needs.
- Assemble mechanical components or machine parts.
- Position equipment using hand tools, power tools, or heavy equipment.
Find occupations related to multiple detailed work activities
Work Context Save Table (XLS/CSV)
Job Zone Save Table (XLS/CSV)
Title | Job Zone Two: Some Preparation Needed |
Education | These occupations usually require a high school diploma. |
Related Experience | Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed. For example, a teller would benefit from experience working directly with the public. |
Job Training | Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations. |
Job Zone Examples | These occupations often involve using your knowledge and skills to help others. Examples include orderlies, counter and rental clerks, customer service representatives, security guards, upholsterers, and tellers. |
SVP Range | (4.0 to < 6.0) |
Education
Interests Save Table (XLS/CSV)
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Work Styles Save Table (XLS/CSV)
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Related Occupations Save Table (XLS/CSV)
49-2021.00 | Radio, Cellular, and Tower Equipment Installers and Repairers |
49-2092.00 | Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers |
49-2096.00 | Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers, Motor Vehicles |
49-2097.00 | Audiovisual Equipment Installers and Repairers |
49-2098.00 | Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers ![]() |
49-3051.00 | Motorboat Mechanics and Service Technicians |
49-3052.00 | Motorcycle Mechanics |
49-9021.00 | Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers |
49-9071.00 | Maintenance and Repair Workers, General ![]() |
49-9094.00 | Locksmiths and Safe Repairers |
Wages & Employment Trends
Median wages (2019) | $19.36 hourly, $40,260 annual |
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Employment (2019) | 38,400 employees |
Projected growth (2019-2029) | ![]() |
Projected job openings (2019-2029) | 3,000 |
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Top industries (2019) | Other Services (Except Public Administration) (33% employed in this sector)
Retail Trade (33%)
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Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2019 wage data
and 2019-2029 employment projections
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"Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2019-2029). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.
Sources of Additional Information
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