repairperson
Fixes broken stuff
A repairperson is someone who fixes things professionally—appliances, machinery, electronics, or other equipment.
The term is a gender-neutral alternative to repairman: The repairperson said the dishwasher needed a new pump.
Often specified by specialty: appliance repairperson, computer repairperson.
Container for implements
- wrenchTool for turning fasteners
- screwdriverTool for turning fasteners
- hammerTool for striking nails
- pliersHinged metal gripping tool
drill · multimeter · ladder · workbench · level · toolbelt · saw · clamp
Vehicle maintenance professional
- electricianWiring installation specialist
- plumberWater system tradesperson
- carpenterTimber construction tradesperson
- technicianSkilled practical worker
HVAC · glazier · cobbler · welder · plasterer · upholsterer · locksmith · roofer
Systematic fault diagnosis
- diagnosticsMethods identifying problems
- problem-solvingAddressing challenges methodically
- expertiseSkill from extensive practice
- craftsmanshipSkill in making objects
precision · calibration · fault-finding · schematics · certification · training · methodical · resourceful
Scheduled time for something
- estimateInformed guess at quantity
- invoiceItemized billing statement
- warrantyFormal repair promise
- laborStrenuous effort; also childbirth
house-call · professionalism · reliability · turnaround · consultation · follow-up · dispatch · on-site
Formal assessment of condition
- upkeepOngoing preservation effort
- preventiveMeant to stop trouble
- routineRegular sequence of actions
- servicingPerforming routine maintenance
tune-up · lubrication · cleaning · adjustment · replacement · overhaul · checkup · reconditioning
toolbox
Container for implements
- wrenchTool for turning fasteners
- screwdriverTool for turning fasteners
- hammerTool for striking nails
pliers · drill · multimeter · ladder · workbench · level · toolbelt · saw · clamp
mechanic
Vehicle maintenance professional
- electricianWiring installation specialist
- plumberWater system tradesperson
- carpenterTimber construction tradesperson
technician · HVAC · glazier · cobbler · welder · plasterer · upholsterer · locksmith · roofer · installer
troubleshooting
Systematic fault diagnosis
- diagnosticsMethods identifying problems
- problem-solvingAddressing challenges methodically
- expertiseSkill from extensive practice
craftsmanship · precision · calibration · fault-finding · schematics · certification · training · methodical · resourceful · detail-oriented
appointment
Scheduled time for something
labor · house-call · professionalism · reliability · turnaround · consultation · follow-up · dispatch · on-site · callout
inspection
Formal assessment of condition
- upkeepOngoing preservation effort
- preventiveMeant to stop trouble
- routineRegular sequence of actions
servicing · tune-up · lubrication · cleaning · adjustment · replacement · overhaul · checkup · reconditioning · parts
repairpersonmaker
One who produces
creator · manufacturer · builder · inventor · craftsperson
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