Gilbert Bvumbwe

Appliance Repair Technician

Appliance Repair Technician with over 20 years of hands-on experience diagnosing, repairing, and installing major home appliances for leading manufacturers, including long-term service with LG. Expert in refrigerators, freezers, washing machines, tumble dryers, ovens, and microwaves, with strong electrical fault-finding, parts management, and warranty-claims experience. LG-trained and certified, customer-focused with excellent service communication and route planning skills, seeking to leverage expertise in providing excellent repair solutions.

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Work Experience
Technician
Risk Solutions Pty Ltd
2021 — PresentCurrent
Technician
Gizmo appliances
Feb 2005 — Jan 2009
Technician
LG Electronics South Africa
Feb 2009 — Oct 2025
  • Diagnosed and repaired major home appliances (dishwashers, microwaves, refrigerators, washers, dryers and ovens) using manufacturer diagnostic procedures
  • Ordered and replaced defective parts; coordinated with suppliers and managed warranty claims/documentation
  • Maintained detailed service reports, repair histories and parts records to support quality control and follow-up service
  • Delivered professional customer service during service visits, explaining faults, repairs and recommended maintenance to customers
  • Planned efficient routes and schedules to maximize daily service capacity and reduce response times while adhering to safety standards
Skills
Appliance diagnostic and troubleshootingRefrigerator and freezer repairWashing machine repairTumble dryer repairOven and stoves repairMicrowave repairAppliance installationElectrical fault findingExcellent customer serviceRoute planning and scheduling
Education
Certificate, HA & Soft Skill up Course
LG Electronics South Africa
Feb 2017 — Feb 2017
Certificate, MOT & HA Skill Level Enhancement course
LG Electronics South Africa
Feb 2015 — Feb 2015
Certificate, Steam Washer and Dios Fridge
LG Electronics South Africa
Jul 2007 — Nov 2007
References
Charles Hodgson
Technician · Gizmo Appliances
Former Employer
+27 82 937 3483
Amos Mamabolo
Technician · LG Electronics South Africa
Former Manager
[email protected] · 0800545454
Melissa Mokwena
Technician · RSI
Current Manager
[email protected] · +27 101122910
Achievements
Customer Service Award Best Performer 2022
LG Electronics South Africa
Star Engineer of the Quarter 2021
LG Electronics South Africa