[ref. k1424302] Appliance Mechanic

Overview:

Akima Support Operations is looking for an Appliance Mechanic. Come join this dynamic team and be part of this critical mission! Apply today!

Responsibilities:

• Installs, services and repairs stoves, refrigerators, dishwashing machines, and other electrical household or commercial appliances, using hand tools, test equipment and following wiring diagrams and manufacturer's specifications.
• Connects appliance to power source and test meters, such as wattmeter, ammeter, or voltmeter, observes readings on meters and graphic recorders, examines appliance during operating cycle to detect excess vibration, overheating, fluid leaks and loose parts, and disassembles appliances and examines mechanical and electrical parts.
• Traces electrical circuits, following diagram and locates shorts and grounds, using ohmmeter, calibrates timers, thermostats and adjusts contact points, and cleans and washes parts, using wire brush, buffer, and solvent to remove carbon, grease and dust.
• Replaces worn or defective parts, such as switches, pumps, bearings, transmissions, belts, gears, blowers and defective wiring, repairs and adjusts appliance motors, reassembles appliance, adjusts pulleys and lubricates moving parts, using hand tools and lubricating equipment.

Qualifications:

• Must have 6+ years' experience in appliance repair
• Experienced user with Microsoft Office Suite

• High School Diploma / GED

Desired Qualifications:

• CFESA Certification
• GCSS-A Production Control Experience
• Valid Driver’s License

Pay and Benefits:

• Hourly Compensation: $21.85

Physical Demands:

• Physical requirements include (but are not limited to) the ability to lift 60 pounds, pushing, pulling, carrying, stooping, bending, squatting, and reaching.
• Must be able to walk, stand, bend, stoop, and kneel to perform job tasks. May perform other tasks as assigned.
• Ability to work in cold, hot, damp or wet environments based on location of appliance equipment.