Repair, adjust, or install all types of electric or gas household appliances, such as refrigerators, washers, dryers, and ovens.
Home Appliance Repairers
SOC: 49-9031 O*NET: 49-9031.00
Median Salary
$49,410
per year
Job Growth
➡️ 2.6%
Average (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
3.1
projected jobs/year
Education Level
High school diploma or equivalent
Job Zone 2
Repair, adjust, or install all types of electric or gas household appliances, such as refrigerators, washers, dryers, and ovens.
What does a Home Appliance Repairers do?
How much can you earn?
Entry Level
$33,280
10th percentile
Early Career
$40,280
25th percentile
Median
$49,410
50th percentile
Experienced
$61,750
75th percentile
Top Earners
$77,800
90th percentile
National Salary Distribution
10th
$33,280
25th
$40,280
Middle 50%
MEDIAN
$49,410
Mean: $53,580
75th
$61,750
90th
$77,800
Middle 50% of earners
Median salary
Mean (average)
Key Insights
- •Salary range spans $44,520 from entry level to top earners
- •Middle 50% earn between $40,280 and $61,750
- •Salary spread is 43.5% around the median, showing high variation
- •Total national employment: 31,940 professionals
What's the job outlook?
Job Market Intelligence
Medium Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:37,300
Top Industries
Other Services (except Public Administration)42.3%
Repair and Maintenance40.9%
Personal and Household Goods Repair and Maintenance37.9%
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:+2.6%
Annual Openings:3,100
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)37,300
Current
2034 (Projected)38,300
+2.6%
+1,000
Employment Change
+2.6%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: As fast as average
Geographic Salary & Employment Data
Explore where Home Appliance Repairers professionals work across the United States
Showing 15 of 50 locations
Florida
2,840 jobs$46,9301.40x
Texas
2,690 jobs$46,5900.94x
California
2,460 jobs$51,4600.66x
Illinois
1,410 jobs$57,8901.12x
New Jersey
1,370 jobs$53,3901.56x
North Carolina
1,270 jobs$46,8501.25x
Virginia
1,030 jobs$58,2401.23x
Michigan
1,010 jobs$52,0701.11x
Indiana
990 jobs$47,4601.50x
Georgia
930 jobs$49,7100.92x
Missouri
920 jobs$01.53x
Arizona
920 jobs$47,1701.40x
Pennsylvania
830 jobs$50,4200.66x
Tennessee
750 jobs$48,2901.10x
Oregon
740 jobs$51,8301.82x
Understanding the Data
Location Quotient (LQ):
- • LQ > 1.0: More jobs than national average
- • LQ = 1.0: Same as national average
- • LQ < 1.0: Fewer jobs than national average
Data Source:
Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024
Key Growth Factors
- •Average growth expected
What skills do you need?
Top 10 Most Important Skills
#1
Repairing
100%
#2
Critical Thinking
94%
#3
Troubleshooting
86%
#4
Equipment Maintenance
80%
#5
Operations Monitoring
74%
#6
Speaking
66%
#7
Quality Control Analysis
60%
#8
Active Listening
54%
#9
Complex Problem Solving
46%
#10
Reading Comprehension
40%
Skills Overview
Repairing
advanced5.0
100%
Critical Thinking
advanced4.7
94%
Troubleshooting
intermediate4.3
86%
Equipment Maintenance
intermediate4.0
80%
Operations Monitoring
intermediate3.7
74%
Speaking
intermediate3.3
66%
Quality Control Analysis
intermediate3.0
60%
Active Listening
basic2.7
54%
Skills are rated on a scale of 0-5, with 5 being the most important. The complexity level indicates how advanced the skill typically needs to be.
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Repairing
advancedImportance100%
abilities
5.0/5.0
Critical Thinking
advancedImportance94%
abilities
4.7/5.0
Troubleshooting
intermediateImportance86%
skills
4.3/5.0
Equipment Maintenance
intermediateImportance80%
skills
4.0/5.0
Operations Monitoring
intermediateImportance74%
skills
3.7/5.0
Speaking
intermediateImportance66%
skills
3.3/5.0
Quality Control Analysis
intermediateImportance60%
skills
3.0/5.0
Active Listening
basicImportance54%
skills
2.7/5.0
Complex Problem Solving
advancedImportance46%
abilities
2.3/5.0
Reading Comprehension
basicImportance40%
abilities
2.0/5.0
Highly Transferable Skills
These skills are valuable across multiple career paths, making career transitions easier:
Avionics Technicians100%
5 shared skills
Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and Relay100%
5 shared skills
Robotics Technicians82%
5 shared skills
Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers82%
5 shared skills
Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers82%
5 shared skills
Rail Car Repairers73%
5 shared skills
Skills by Career Stage
Entry Level
Learn on the Job:
- →Quality Control Analysis
- →Speaking
- →Active Listening
Mid Career
Expected:
- ✓Troubleshooting
- ✓Equipment Maintenance
- ✓Repairing
- ✓Critical Thinking
Senior Level
Mastery Required:
- ★Troubleshooting
- ★Equipment Maintenance
- ★Repairing
- ★Critical Thinking
Skill Development Tips
- •Focus on developing the top 5 skills first - they have the highest impact on career success
- •Transferable skills open doors to related careers and provide flexibility
- •Balance technical skills with soft skills for well-rounded professional development
- •Entry-level positions prioritize foundational skills that can be built upon over time
What technology will you use?
Technology & Digital Skills
Essential technology proficiencies for Home Appliance Repairers
Technology Intensity
High
Digital Literacy Requirements
This career requires advanced digital literacy
1
Basic
2
Intermediate
3
Advanced
4
Expert
Key Digital Competencies:
Proficiency with specialized softwareTechnical documentationData analysis toolsSystem integration
🔥
Hot Technologies in Demand
These technologies are currently trending and highly sought after in this field
Microsoft Outlook
🔥 Hot TechMicrosoft Office software
🔥 Hot TechMicrosoft Windows
🔥 Hot TechMicrosoft Excel
🔥 Hot TechMicrosoft Word
🔥 Hot TechTechnology Stack
Technology Stack Overview
Key technologies used in this career
Microsoft Outlook
Microsoft Office software
Microsoft Windows
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Word
📚 Technology Learning Resources
Recommended Certifications
- •Vendor-specific software certifications
- •Industry-recognized technology credentials
- •Professional development courses
Online Learning Platforms
- •LinkedIn Learning - Comprehensive technology courses
- •Coursera - University-level programs
- •Udemy - Practical skills training
💡 Technology Skill Development Tips
- •Focus on mastering hot technologies first - they're currently most in-demand
- •Build a portfolio demonstrating your proficiency with key tools and software
- •Stay current through continuous learning - technology evolves rapidly
- •Consider vendor certifications to validate your skills to employers
What's the work environment like?
🏢
Location
MOSTLY INDOOR
💪
Physical Demand
MODERATE
👥
Team Orientation
SOME TEAM
🤝
Customer Interaction
CONSTANT
💡Is This Work Environment Right for You?
Consider these factors when evaluating if you'll thrive in this work environment:
- •Are you comfortable working in mostly indoor environments?
- •Can you meet moderate physical demands?
- •Do you enjoy some team team environments?
- •Are you comfortable working with safety protocols and protective equipment?
What are the key tasks?
Tasks & Responsibilities
21
Core Tasks
8
Daily Tasks
20
Work Activities
0
Emerging Tasks
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General Responsibilities (18)Documentation & Record-Keeping (2)Training & Development (1)
1
Disassemble appliances so that problems can be diagnosed and repairs can be made.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities100% perform100%
2
Bill customers for repair work, and collect payment.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities97% perform98%
3
Trace electrical circuits, following diagrams, and conduct tests with circuit testers and other equipment to locate shorts and grounds.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities94% perform96%
4
Service and repair domestic electrical or gas appliances, such as clothes washers, refrigerators, stoves, and dryers.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities91% perform94%
5
Replace worn and defective parts such as switches, bearings, transmissions, belts, gears, circuit boards, or defective wiring.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities88% perform92%
6
Talk to customers or refer to work orders to establish the nature of appliance malfunctions.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities85% perform90%
7
Reassemble units after repairs are made, making adjustments and cleaning and lubricating parts as needed.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities82% perform88%
8
Record maintenance and repair work performed on appliances.
🔴Daily
Importance:
Documentation & Record-Keeping79% perform86%
9
Provide repair cost estimates, and recommend whether appliance repair or replacement is a better choice.
🟡Weekly
Importance:
General Responsibilities76% perform84%
10
Maintain stocks of parts used in on-site installation, maintenance, and repair of appliances.
🟡Weekly
Importance:
Documentation & Record-Keeping73% perform82%
💡 Key Takeaways
- •Daily tasks focus primarily on general responsibilities activities
- •33% of tasks are performed by most workers in this occupation
- •Career advancement brings increased leadership and strategic responsibilities
What career paths are available?
Career Pathways
0
Advancement Opportunities
0
Lateral Move Options
0%
Avg. Salary Increase
Advancement Opportunities
Typical career progression paths from Home Appliance Repairers
💡 Career Planning Tips
- •Most successful advancement happens after 3-5 years of experience
- •Lateral moves can provide valuable cross-functional experience for future leadership roles
- •Focus on developing skills that are transferable across multiple career paths
- •Consider industry trends when planning long-term career moves
Is this career right for you?
Personality & Values Fit
Is This Career Right for You?
Home Appliance Repairers professionals typically have a RCI Holland code and highly value independence
RRealistic
CConventional
IInvestigative
Important Personality Traits
Work styles that contribute to success as a Home Appliance Repairers
Integrity
CriticalIntegrity
Importance Level4.64
Attention to Detail
Very ImportantAttention to Detail
Importance Level4.47
Dependability
Very ImportantDependability
Importance Level4.39
Cooperation
Very ImportantCooperation
Importance Level4.22
Independence
Very ImportantIndependence
Importance Level4.01
Analytical Thinking
Very ImportantAnalytical Thinking
Importance Level4.01
Complete Work Styles Profile
Integrity
4.6
Attention to Detail
4.5
Dependability
4.4
Cooperation
4.2
Independence
4.0
Analytical Thinking
4.0
Self-Control
4.0
Persistence
3.9
Concern for Others
3.9
Stress Tolerance
3.8
💡 Tips for Career Fit Success
- •While personality fit is important, skills can be developed with practice and training
- •Consider informational interviews to better understand the day-to-day personality requirements
- •Work environments vary by employer - research specific companies for cultural fit
- •Your interests and values may evolve - reassess periodically throughout your career
What education is required?
Education Level
High school diploma or equivalent
Typical duration: High school diploma or GED
Preparation Level
Job Zone 2
Some Preparation Needed
Experience Needed
Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience may be helpful
📚 Education Requirement
Required Level:High school diploma or equivalent
These occupations usually require a high school diploma and may require some vocational training or job-related course work.
Training:
Training of a few months to a year
💼 Experience Requirement
Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience may be helpful
Common pathways to gain experience:
- • Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience
- • Vocational school programs (6 months to 2 years)
- • Industry certifications helpful
2
Job Zone Two: Some Preparation Needed
These occupations usually require a high school diploma and may require some vocational training or job-related course work.
Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experienceVocational school programs (6 months to 2 years)Industry certifications helpful
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