- Company: Home Depot
- Location: Providence, Rhode Island
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Join Home Depot's Tool Rental and Repair Center in Providence, Rhode Island, as a Repair and Tool Technician. This full-time position combines hands-on technical expertise with customer service, diagnosing and repairing small engines, outdoor power equipment, and handheld electrical devices at our retail locations and specialized repair facilities.
About the Role
As a Repair and Tool Technician at Home Depot, you'll be the skilled expert customers rely on to restore their equipment to working condition. You'll work in both retail-based Tool Rental Centers and dedicated repair shops across Providence, performing diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on a diverse range of equipment—from lawnmowers and chainsaws to power drills and pressure washers. Beyond technical repairs, you'll evaluate equipment needs and provide customers with thoughtful recommendations on care, maintenance, and the right tool for their projects.
What You'll Do
- Diagnose mechanical and electrical problems in small engines and outdoor power equipment
- Execute comprehensive repairs and preventive maintenance to restore equipment to operational standards
- Evaluate equipment condition and recommend appropriate service or repair solutions
- Advise customers on equipment selection, proper maintenance, and safe operation
- Document all repairs, parts usage, and service records accurately
- Verify completed repairs meet safety and quality requirements before customer pickup
- Support both Tool Rental Center operations and standalone repair facility workflows
What We're Looking For
- Demonstrated experience repairing small engines, outdoor power equipment, or electrical handheld tools
- Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on troubleshooting ability
- Ability to interpret technical specifications, repair manuals, and schematics
- Excellent communication skills and genuine commitment to customer satisfaction
- Meticulous attention to detail and dedication to safety and quality craftsmanship
- Capacity to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- High school diploma or equivalent (preferred)
About Home Depot
Home Depot is the nation's leading home improvement retailer, serving communities across the United States including Providence and Providence County. We're committed to connecting customers with expert advice, quality tools, and the products they need to complete their projects successfully.
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- Role Repair and Tool Technician
- Employer Home Depot
- Location Providence, Rhode Island
- Type Full Time
- Posted July 3, 2026
- Apply by August 8, 2026
- Country United States
- Overview Full job description on this page (347 words)
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