How to hire a mobile home technician

How to hire a mobile home technician, step by step

Here's a step-by-step mobile home technician hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a mobile home technician job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new mobile home technician
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The mobile home technician hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

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   You should also consider the ideal background you'd like them a mobile home technician to have before you start to hire. For example, what industry or field would you like them to have experience in, what level of seniority or education does the job require, and how much it'll cost to hire a mobile home technician that fits the bill.

   This list shows salaries for various types of mobile home technicians.

   Type of Mobile Home Technician	Description	Hourly rate
   Mobile Home Technician		$13-27
   Installation Technician	Installation technicians are responsible for handling and installing all types of electronic systems and equipment. An installation technician should be well-knowledgeable about the equipment complexity to conduct troubleshooting for system malfunction or provide necessary instructions for the customers... Show more	$13-23
   Technician	Technicians are skilled professionals who primarily work with technology in different industries. They are knowledgeable about the technical aspects of the various items they work with... Show more	$11-27

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • In-Home
   • Customer Service
   • Broadband
   • Troubleshoot Video
   • HVAC
   • Windows
   • Customer Complaints
   • Hand Tools
   • Telephone Services
   • Safety Procedures
   • Customer Locations
   • Customers Homes
   • Caulking
   • Test Equipment

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   Responsibilities:

   • Install, manage, and troubleshoot CAT3, CAT5, CAT6, and fiber optic infrastructures throughout the greater Tulsa area.
   • Replace lamps on dlp's.
   • Train in VOIP system installation and repair
   • Used hand tools, power tools, chisels and mallets.
   • Reset hardware, using chisels, mallets, and screwdrivers.
   • Install cabinets, doors, windows, acoustic ceiling, etc.

   More mobile home technician duties

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in the mobile home technician job description is a good way to get more applicants. A mobile home technician salary can be affected by several factors, such as the location of the job, the level of experience, education, certifications, and the employer's prestige.

   For example, the average salary for a mobile home technician in North Dakota may be lower than in California, and an entry-level engineer typically earns less than a senior-level mobile home technician. Additionally, a mobile home technician with lots of experience in the field may command a higher salary as a result.

   Average mobile home technician salary

   $40,800yearly

   $19.62 hourly rate

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   Entry-level mobile home technician salary

   $28,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 19, 2025

   Average mobile home technician salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	California	$51,401	$25
   2	Indiana	$46,674	$22
   3	New York	$39,999	$19
   4	Virginia	$38,774	$19
   5	Texas	$38,356	$18
   6	Colorado	$38,017	$18
   7	Massachusetts	$37,340	$18
   8	Georgia	$36,525	$18
   9	Alabama	$36,249	$17
   10	Tennessee	$36,154	$17
   11	Oregon	$36,011	$17
   12	Alaska	$35,204	$17

   Average mobile home technician salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Oregon Health & Science University	$47,081	$22.64	8
   2	DISH Network	$41,107	$19.76
   3	Amazon	$39,349	$18.92	75
   4	Vivint Smart Home	$36,996	$17.79	86
   5	Lee	$36,919	$17.75	8

4. Writing a mobile home technician job description

   A mobile home technician job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. Below, you can find an example of a mobile home technician job description:

   Mobile home technician job description example

   RHP Properties (www.rhp.com) is a growing, privately-held national property management company. Headquartered in Farmington Hills, MI we own and operate over 300 manufactured home communities in 30 states.
   
   We are presently seeking a Home Renovation Technician for our Metro Commons community located in Romulus, MI, who will perform renovation and remodeling of community owned homes.
   As a successful Home Renovation Technician, you will:
   Assess with the Project Manager needed repairs, supplies and improvements. Prioritize and manage home refurbishment and repairs to meet deadlines. Develop and maintain a professional working relationship with each Community Manager and maintenance team. Perform regular inventories to maintain adequate construction equipment and supplies. Notify Project Manager of needed supplies. Prepare refurbishment that includes and not limited to rough and finish carpentry, painting, mechanical, plumbing, flooring, roofing, electrical. In conjunction with the Project Manager, determine what work will be subcontracted. Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment. Maintain and provide invoices to Project Manager on a daily basis. Maintain and manage all inventory and make certain it is secure. Travel to other local properties to refurbish homes as needed Perform other duties as assigned.
   
   Minimum Requirements
   
   A minimum of 1-year home remodeling experience, preferred. High School Diploma or GED required. Excellent customer service skills. Valid operator's license Minimum 2 years professional experience with plumbing, electrical, appliance repairs, HVAC, and carpentry. May need to provide own tools. Ability to bend, stretch, twist, walk continuously, and access confined spaces. Ability to operate power tools and other equipment. Ability to lift or to move up to 75 pounds. Ability to efficiently perform job responsibilities with minimal supervision. Ability to tolerate exposure to various chemical compounds.
   Compensation:
   
   This is a full-time opportunity with competitive compensation. Benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, life insurance, and 401K.
   
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5. Post your job

   To find the right mobile home technician for your business, consider trying out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important sources of talent for any company is its existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and current employees and ask if they know or have worked with mobile home technicians they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit mobile home technicians who meet your education requirements.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter now have more than 3.5 billion users, and you can use social media to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your mobile home technician job on Zippia to find and recruit mobile home technician candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit mobile home technicians, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new mobile home technician

   Once you've selected the best mobile home technician candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

   To prepare for the new employee's start date, you can create an onboarding schedule and complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9 forms, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Human Resources should also ensure that a new employee file is created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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