RS-OPS / Training — Appliance Repair Workshop
Learn appliance repair in 6 weeks.
Taught by instructors with 20+ years in the trade. Real appliances, real tools, real faults, including refrigeration with licensed instructors.
Nov 14 – Dec 19
Six Saturdays, 10am – 4pm
$2,500
plus HST, per term (6 weeks)
12 seats
Small groups, so everyone gets tool time
A path to a job with us
This isn't only a class.
Successful candidates may be offered a place in our apprenticeship program and, from there, job offers with RS Solutions.
Offers aren't guaranteed. They depend on your attendance, skill, attitude and our openings. You can tell us on the application that you want to be considered.
What you'll learn
Foundations & safety
Electrical and gas safety, tools and the multimeter, reading wiring diagrams and model plates, and a method for diagnosing a fault instead of guessing.
Refrigeration
How a fridge and freezer actually cool, defrost systems, fans, seals, thermostats and control boards, and sealed-system work, taught by licensed instructors.
Washers & dryers
Drive systems, pumps, bearings, belts, heating elements, venting and error codes.
Ranges, ovens & cooktops
Igniters, elements, thermostats and gas valves, with the safety checks that go with them.
Dishwashers & microwaves
Inlet valves, pumps, spray arms, latches and leaks. Microwave safety.
Real-world service
Live diagnosis on mystery units, sourcing parts, quoting, and talking to customers.
Your instructors
Taught by people who do this for a living.
Over 20 years of repair experience between them, and licensed for refrigeration work. They teach what actually fails in the field and how to fix it safely, not just what's in a manual.
Who it's for
- Anyone starting a trade or changing careers. No experience needed.
- Handy people who want to fix their own appliances, or earn on the side.
- Landlords and property managers who pay for repairs every month.
- Handymen and contractors adding appliance repair to what they offer.
Questions
Do I need experience or my own tools?+
No experience is needed; we start from the basics. Everything you need for the hands-on sessions is provided.
Is it safe?+
Safety is week one. Instructors supervise every live-power, gas and refrigeration task.
Will I get a job?+
We can't promise one. Successful candidates may be offered our apprenticeship program, and then employment with RS Solutions, as described above.
Will I get a certificate?+
Yes. Everyone who completes the workshop receives a certificate of completion.
How do I pay?+
Tuition is $2,500 plus HST for the six-week term. Apply below, and we'll contact you to confirm your seat and arrange payment. Nothing is charged when you apply.
Where is it?+
1135 Squires Beach Rd, Pickering, ON.
Reserve your seat.
Classes run Nov 14 to Dec 19. Only 12 seats, confirmed in the order applications arrive.