Major Appliance and Refrigeration Repair

With technical skills and good work ethics, employment in this field will be easy to obtain.

​Introduction:

Major appliance repair is becoming a highly technical field. With the ever-increasing popularity of computers and the internet, home appliances are being developed to incorporate this demand. Appliances are now controlled by computer boards; even some model refrigerators have computer screens with internet access. With these new changes in the industry and the demand for services, highly qualified and skilled technicians are constantly sought after. The number of home appliances is expected to grow as the number of households and businesses increase.

Career Opportunities:

• A/C & Refrigeration Technician
• Appliance Installer
• Kitchen Technician
• Laundry Technician
• Parts Counter
• Technician Helper

Employment Opportunities:

Employment of general maintenance and repair workers is projected to grow 8% from 2016 to 2026.

Salary:

The average wage for this career in Florida is $17.85 hourly or $37,130 annually.

Completion Requirements:

The entire program is 1200 hours. Certain Adult Education Centers do not offer all components of the program.  Full completion of the program may be completed at a Technical College. Students can earn a certificate at the completion of the following Occupational Completion Points (OCPs):

Location & Course’s Schedule:

Major Appliance and Refrigeration Repair is available at the following school (s):

Contact Information at the Location:

Additional information can be provided by student services:

Source

• Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, General Maintenance and Repair Workers, on the Internet at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/installation-maintenance-and-repair/general-maintenance-and-repair-workers.htm.