Appliance Service 

Technician 

Appliance Service Technicians are highly analytical and mechanical thinkers who keep the many modern inventions we enjoy—from fridges to washers and microwaves—functioning safely and efficiently.  

2 tradeworkers

As an Appliance Service Technician, you’ll enjoy the challenge and variation each day brings. 

Your expert knowledge in electrical systems and mechanics, combined with your hands-on nature, make you well-equipped to deal with the challenges of modern technology. You’ll regularly test and repair complex appliances, using advanced equipment and techniques that draw on your resourceful nature. 

What You'll Learn

  • How to assess appliances for issues
  • How to identify electrical system requirements
  • How to repair, install and maintain appliances 
  • How to create work and cost estimates
  • How to interact with customers 

Key Job Skills

  • Appliance repair and maintenance
  • Troubleshooting
  • Customer relations
  • Workplace and electrical safety 
  • Electrical principles, components and equipment   
Work-Based Training
7200 HOURS
General Skills
Analytical Coordinated Resourceful Systematic

Technical Training

Technical training is not a requirement for the apprenticeship pathway of this program. However, technical training is available through the Appliance Service Technician Foundation program. Please refer to the Foundation Program Standards section within the program profile for details.

Program Information

Exam Information and Resources

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Challenge the Certification Exam

If you have work experience in the trade but have never been certified in Canada, you may be eligible to challenge the certification exam as a Trade Qualifier to become certified without going through an apprenticeship program. 

If you have some practical experience but do not yet qualify for the certification exam, you may be eligible to challenge a level exam to enter the program at the appropriate level. 

Check the Program Profile on this page for the available pathway options and eligibility details.