2027 Appliance Repair Class
Event Details
Build your troubleshooting skills and gain practical knowledge to confidently diagnose and repair common household appliances!
Join GFAA for this two-day Appliance Repair Class designed for apartment maintenance professionals. Instructor John Riggs will guide attendees through troubleshooting, testing, and repairing common kitchen and laundry appliances.
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Washer
- Dryer
- Dishwasher
Participants will learn how to identify common appliance issues, test components, access internal parts, and perform repairs.
Important Class Information
- Schedule: Both days, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Arrival: Please arrive by 7:45 AM on the first day.
- Lunch: A one-hour lunch break will be provided each day.
- What to Bring: Attendees must bring their own tools and multimeters.
- 12 CECs
About the Instructor:
John Riggs started his career in the apartment industry in 1975. He has been a certified instructor for the National Apartment Association (NAA) since 2009.
In 2001, John started with a newly developed multi-family management company as a service technician and was later promoted to Service Manager in 2002. John was promoted to Senior Service Manager in 2012. John was Service Manager of the year in 2006 and received the Positive Impact Award in 2010. John currently serves on the Education Committee with the Wilmington Apartment Association. John has been a key mentor to service personnel since 2011. He teaches maintenance-related classes for Piedmont Triad Apartment Association (PTAA), Wilmington Apartment Association (WAA), Triangle Apartment Association (TAA), and Greater Charlotte Apartment Association (GCAA). He co-authored HVAC Best Practices for local apartment associations. John has a degree in Horticulture from NC State University.
John’s certifications include: NSPF Certified Pool Operator, (CAMT) Certified Apartment Maintenance Technician, Certified Storm Water BMP Inspections & Maintenance, EPA Universal and R-410A.
He is a certified R-410A Instructor and a Certified Appliance Technician (CAP) for Whirlpool, Maytag, Frigidaire and General Electric.
John resides in Richlands, NC and his hobbies include boating, fishing, and playing musical instruments.