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Appliance and Refrigeration Repair Technician
Why an Appliance Repair Technician career might be right for you:
- You like solving problems – Each repair is different. You enjoy diagnosing problems and figuring out solutions
- You like fixing things – Getting things working again is a satisfying outcome. You did that!
- You like helping others – You’re the hero of the home, fixing essential appliances and lifting that weight off the shoulders of grateful homeowners
- You like to be on the move – You’re on the road and welcomed into customers’ homes every day
- Great hourly rates – $18 - $30 / hourly base rate, depending on experience, certification and location
- Benefits – Comprehensive set of medical, dental, and vision benefits with an additional employer-paid health care subsidy for any dependent tier medical plan enrollment under the Transform Health and Welfare Plan. Specifically, each eligible employee may receive up to $4,000 annually towards the cost of your dependent tier health coverage each year, prorated throughout the plan year.
- 401k match – Opportunity to contribute to 401k plan, with an employer match calculated on your before-tax contributions, 100% on the first 3% of salary
More ways to earn –Technicians have the opportunity to earn additional performance bonuses & sales incentives throughout the year. - Year-round work – With Sears large scale and wide product range, Sears cross trains techs and keeps them busy year round
- Expert training – Best in class training program. Tens of thousands of repair techs have been trained by Sears Technical Institute in the past 60 years.
- Peer mentoring – Onboarding buddy and mentor technicians to help you grow your skills.
- Career advancement – Many ways to advance and cross-train to keep growing your career. Our average tenure is >12 years!
- Tools Provided – Sears provides company vehicle, uniforms, specialty tools, mobile phone & industry-leading app that eliminates paperwork and provides technical support.
Responsibilities/Skills/Experience Requirements
Job responsibilities:
- Drive to multiple customer’s homes daily to diagnose and repair a variety of home appliances with high levels of quality and efficiency; appliances may include refrigerators, washers, dryers, dishwashers, and microwaves
- Deliver excellent customer experience that exceeds expectations consistently
- Provide customers with value-added solutions that help make their home more clean, comfortable & protected
- Keep company truck well-maintained & organized, and help manage parts efficiently
- Performs other duties as assigned
Requirements:
- High school diploma or general education degree
- EPA Type I or EPA Universal certification
- Mechanical knowledge and aptitude, including use of testing & repair tools
- Experience repairing and diagnosing a variety of home appliances preferred
- Can follow directions and processes for quality workmanship
- Can use smartphone, including use for part ordering
- Successfully pass a background & drug screen
- Valid driver’s license for the state(s) in which you work
- Ability to travel up to 100%
- Ability to work variable and flexible hours, including required overtime
- Ability to read, understand, and apply written text of a technical nature to answer questions, solve problems, and complete job tasks
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written; Ability to read, write, and speak English
- Ability to constantly lift, carry, push, or pull up to 20 lbs (frequently lift, carry, push, or pull 50 lbs; occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull 100 lbs)
- Ability to constantly reach outward, handle and finger objects, stand, walk, sit and type using a keyboard
- Ability to frequently bend, squat, kneel, twist, turn, stoop, climb, and crawl
- Ability to occasionally reach above shoulder
- Ability to drive automatic transmission vehicle
Years Experience
1 - 2 Years Experience
Travel Requirements
Road Warrior (75% or more)
Country
United States
Work-In City
Bristow
Work-In State
VA
Work-In Postal Code
20136
Business
Sears Home Services - In Home
Job Function
Repair/Installation
Employment Category
Regular, Full-time
Compensation Range
N/A
Additional Compensation Explanation
N/A
EEO/EOE Footer
Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Vet.
Posting Tags
#RepairTechnician
Company Brand
Sears Home Services
Location City
Linthicum Hts
Appliance and Refrigeration Repair Technician (Bristow, VA) | Transformco
Appliance and Refrigeration Repair Technician
Why an Appliance Repair Technician career might be right for you:
- You like solving problems – Each repair is different. You enjoy diagnosing problems and figuring out solutions
- You like fixing things – Getting things working again is a satisfying outcome. You did that!
- You like helping others – You’re the hero of the home, fixing essential appliances and lifting that weight off the shoulders of grateful homeowners
- You like to be on the move – You’re on the road and welcomed into customers’ homes every day
- Great hourly rates – $18 - $30 / hourly base rate, depending on experience, certification and location
- Benefits – Comprehensive set of medical, dental, and vision benefits with an additional employer-paid health care subsidy for any dependent tier medical plan enrollment under the Transform Health and Welfare Plan. Specifically, each eligible employee may receive up to $4,000 annually towards the cost of your dependent tier health coverage each year, prorated throughout the plan year.
- 401k match – Opportunity to contribute to 401k plan, with an employer match calculated on your before-tax contributions, 100% on the first 3% of salary
More ways to earn –Technicians have the opportunity to earn additional performance bonuses & sales incentives throughout the year. - Year-round work – With Sears large scale and wide product range, Sears cross trains techs and keeps them busy year round
- Expert training – Best in class training program. Tens of thousands of repair techs have been trained by Sears Technical Institute in the past 60 years.
- Peer mentoring – Onboarding buddy and mentor technicians to help you grow your skills.
- Career advancement – Many ways to advance and cross-train to keep growing your career. Our average tenure is >12 years!
- Tools Provided – Sears provides company vehicle, uniforms, specialty tools, mobile phone & industry-leading app that eliminates paperwork and provides technical support.
Responsibilities/Skills/Experience Requirements
Job responsibilities:
- Drive to multiple customer’s homes daily to diagnose and repair a variety of home appliances with high levels of quality and efficiency; appliances may include refrigerators, washers, dryers, dishwashers, and microwaves
- Deliver excellent customer experience that exceeds expectations consistently
- Provide customers with value-added solutions that help make their home more clean, comfortable & protected
- Keep company truck well-maintained & organized, and help manage parts efficiently
- Performs other duties as assigned
Requirements:
- High school diploma or general education degree
- EPA Type I or EPA Universal certification
- Mechanical knowledge and aptitude, including use of testing & repair tools
- Experience repairing and diagnosing a variety of home appliances preferred
- Can follow directions and processes for quality workmanship
- Can use smartphone, including use for part ordering
- Successfully pass a background & drug screen
- Valid driver’s license for the state(s) in which you work
- Ability to travel up to 100%
- Ability to work variable and flexible hours, including required overtime
- Ability to read, understand, and apply written text of a technical nature to answer questions, solve problems, and complete job tasks
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written; Ability to read, write, and speak English
- Ability to constantly lift, carry, push, or pull up to 20 lbs (frequently lift, carry, push, or pull 50 lbs; occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull 100 lbs)
- Ability to constantly reach outward, handle and finger objects, stand, walk, sit and type using a keyboard
- Ability to frequently bend, squat, kneel, twist, turn, stoop, climb, and crawl
- Ability to occasionally reach above shoulder
- Ability to drive automatic transmission vehicle
Years Experience
1 - 2 Years Experience
Travel Requirements
Road Warrior (75% or more)
Country
United States
Work-In City
Bristow
Work-In State
VA
Work-In Postal Code
20136
Business
Sears Home Services - In Home
Job Function
Repair/Installation
Employment Category
Regular, Full-time
Compensation Range
N/A
Additional Compensation Explanation
N/A
EEO/EOE Footer
Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Vet.
Posting Tags
#RepairTechnician
Company Brand
Sears Home Services
Location City
Linthicum Hts
Appliance and Refrigeration Repair Technician (Bristow, VA) | Transformco
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Who's Hiring
- Walmart140
- Nextech72
- Sears Home Services64
- CoolSys57
- Cook Out Restaurants36
Top Industries Hiring
- Food & Beverage
- Retail
- Manufacturing
- Accounting & Auditing
- Distribution & Wholesale
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in refrigeration technician jobs.
- EPA Section 608 certification, Type II or Universal, required
- Experience diagnosing and repairing commercial refrigeration systems
- Ability to read and interpret electrical wiring diagrams and schematics
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record for field service routes
- Proficiency with digital manifold gauges and leak detection equipment
- High school diploma or GED plus vocational or apprenticeship training preferred
Tips for Your Refrigeration Technician Job Search
List certifications before job duties
Employers scan for EPA 608 certification type first, so put it at the top of your resume under a dedicated certifications section. If you hold Section 608 Universal, say so explicitly rather than listing it under skills or burying it in a job description.
Tailor your resume to refrigerant types
Postings for industrial roles often specify ammonia or CO2 experience separately from HFC work. Match the refrigerant types you've actually worked with to the language in each job posting so your application clears automated screening.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists refrigeration technician openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that list on-call expectations
Many refrigeration technician roles require after-hours emergency response for equipment failures. Reading the on-call and travel requirements carefully before applying saves you from accepting a role whose schedule doesn't match your situation.
Prepare a practical troubleshooting example
Interviewers in this field routinely ask you to walk through diagnosing a specific failure, such as a compressor not reaching suction pressure or a condenser running hot. Have one real example ready with the symptom, your diagnostic steps, and the fix.
Negotiate based on refrigerant certification level
Technicians holding EPA 608 Universal consistently command higher starting rates than those with Type I or II only. If you've recently upgraded your certification, raise that point directly in the offer conversation rather than waiting for the employer to ask.
Refrigeration Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most refrigeration technicians?
The most active employers for refrigeration technicians right now are Walmart, Nextech, and Sears Home Services, and the most openings are in Florida, Texas, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Demand is concentrated in food retail chains, cold storage operators, and commercial HVAC-R service contractors.
How many refrigeration technician jobs are remote?
About 8% of refrigeration technician openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, since most work requires hands-on equipment access at customer sites. The sub-areas most likely to allow remote work include technical support specialist roles, refrigeration system design, and remote monitoring for facilities with connected equipment.
How do you become a refrigeration technician?
Most refrigeration technicians start with a vocational program or apprenticeship covering refrigeration fundamentals, electrical systems, and refrigerant handling. You'll need to pass the EPA Section 608 exam before legally handling refrigerants. From there, entry-level helper or apprentice roles build the hands-on diagnostic experience that employers require for full technician positions.
Can you get hired as a refrigeration technician with little experience?
Yes, many employers hire entry-level candidates into helper or apprentice roles alongside certified technicians. Holding an EPA 608 certification before you apply signals readiness even without field hours. Vocational school graduates who can demonstrate basic electrical troubleshooting and refrigerant cycle knowledge are competitive for these trainee-track openings.
What does the refrigeration technician interview process look like?
Most interviews include a phone screen focused on certifications and availability for on-call shifts, followed by an in-person or video interview with a service manager. Expect at least one practical scenario question asking you to walk through diagnosing a system fault. Some employers add a brief hands-on skills assessment or a ride-along with a senior technician before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to refrigeration technician jobs?
You can find and apply to refrigeration technician jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your certifications and experience level, and apply directly to each listing.
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