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Career Details : Coin, Vending, and Amusement Machine Servicers and Repairers

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Description

Install, service, adjust, or repair coin, vending, or amusement machines including video games, juke boxes, pinball machines, or slot machines.

Experience

Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience may be helpful in these occupations, but usually is not needed. For example, a drywall installer might benefit from experience installing drywall, but an inexperienced person could still learn to be an installer with little difficulty.

Education

These occupations usually require a high school diploma and may require some vocational training or job-related course work. In some cases, an associate's or bachelor's degree could be needed.

Training

Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees.

Tasks

  • Tests dispensing, coin-handling, electrical, refrigeration, carbonation, or ice-making systems of machine.
  • Replenishes vending machines with ingredients or products.
  • Keeps records of machine maintenance and repair.
  • Disassembles and assembles machines, following specifications and using hand tools and power tools.
  • Collects coins from machine and makes settlements with concessionaires.
  • Examines and inspects vending machines and meters to determine cause of malfunction.
  • Cleans and oils parts with soap and water, gasoline, kerosene, or carbon tetrachloride.
  • Adjusts and repairs vending machines and meters and replaces defective mechanical and electrical parts, using hand tools, soldering iron, and diagrams.
  • Shellacs or paints dial markings or mechanisms' exterior, using brush or spray gun.

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    • Indoors
    • Using Hands on Objects, Tools, Controls
    • Consequence of Error
    • Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
    • Importance of Being Sure All Is Done
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