Appliance Technician
Repair and install modern comforts like ranges, washers and dryers.
Repairs and maintains gas-driven, internal-combustion engines that power electric generators, compressors, and similar equipment, using handtools and precision-measuring devices: Reads operating reports and diagnoses causes of trouble. Disassembles engines and adjusts or replaces parts, using handtools. Verifies clearances and adjustments, using precision-measuring devices. Reassembles engines and listens to engines in action to detect operational difficulties. May repair air or gas compressors.
Ready for a Challenge: You jump into new projects with initiative and drive.
Reliable: You can always be counted on to do a good job.
Team Player: You're able to listen, communicate, and work with tons of different people.
Nationally: $19,000 – $45,000
Main education level: Certificate
source: US Dept of Labor