Trainee Domestic Appliance Engineer - Crawfords Appliances Ltd
Crawfords Appliances LTD is a local appliance repair, sales, and rental business founded in 2017, who pride themselves on their exceptional levels of customer service and are proud to be an independent local business. Since it's establishment in 2017, the business has gone from strength to strength, employing further staff and establishing their first store to fill the gap in the local market for purchasing domestic appliances before becoming a Pacifica Local Franchise in 2024.
An exciting opportunity has now arisen for a Trainee Domestic Appliance Engineer to join the growing team at Crawfords Appliances Ltd. Throughout your traineeship you will gain City and Guilds Assured certification in the repair of Washing Machines & Tumble Dryers, Dishwashers, Refrigeration, Microwaves and Electric Cooking.
As the ideal Trainee Domestic Appliance Engineer you will have a can-do attitude and an aptitude for all things electrical and mechanical. You will need to be:
Mechanically/electrically minded
Confident in using hand tools
Have a keen interest in repairs and/or workings of appliances/ devices/ machinery/ Cars/motorbikes/DIY
Proficient in using technology - i.e. tablets/mobile phones/Microsoft packages
Located within the BS postcode area
The role is field based and will involve working in customers' homes where you will meet a variety of people from all walks of life so excellent interpersonal skills are a must. You will also need to be:
Smart and presentable
Friendly and helpful
Trustworthy and reliable
Team Player
Flexible to working hours
Articulate and a good communicator
Good with English (verbally and written)
Working within an ever-growing industry, no two days will ever be the same! The ideal candidate will be someone ready for an exciting new challenge and eager to learn a new skillset in a varied, fast paced and dynamic role.
You'll be provided with all the latest technology and tools you'll need to carry out your role; from a tablet to manage your jobs, to specialist electrical testing and appliance repair tools, a van and fuel card.
Important: You will need to hold a full, valid UK driving licence with no more than 6 points
Benefits:
- 20 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
- Pension scheme (Nest)
- 40 hrs per week
- Provided with tablet, Van, fuel card, uniform, tooling & safety equipment
- Full training provided
- Bonus scheme available to increase earnings
Salary £24,000 per annum
No experience in White Goods repair (washing machines, dishwashers, Fridge/freezers, cookers, microwaves) is needed as full training will be given, however we are looking for candidates with a background/interest in practical/hands on roles with skills that can be transferred into this role. Electrical and/or ACS gas qualifications would be advantageous but are not essential.