Coin, Vending, and Amusement Machine Servicers and Repairers

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This occupation is part of the Installation, Maintenance, and Repair cluster

About the Job

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

It is also Called

  • Amusement Machine Mechanic
  • Arcade Games Mechanic
  • ATM Mechanic (Automatic Teller Machine Mechanic)
  • ATM Technician (Automated Teller Machine Technician)
  • Automatic Coin Machine Mechanic
  • Automatic Teller Machine Servicer
  • Bank Teller Machine Mechanic
  • Cigarette Machine Filler
  • Cigarette Machines Mechanic
  • Coin Box Collector

What They Do

  • Fill machines with products, ingredients, money, and other supplies.
  • Keep records of merchandise distributed and money collected.
  • Collect coins and bills from machines, prepare invoices, and settle accounts with concessionaires.
  • Make service calls to maintain and repair machines.
  • Inspect machines and meters to determine causes of malfunctions and fix minor problems such as jammed bills or stuck products.
  • Test machines to determine proper functioning.
  • Contact other repair personnel or make arrangements for the removal of machines in cases where major repairs are required.
  • Clean and oil machine parts.
  • Record transaction information on forms or logs, and notify designated personnel of discrepancies.
  • Adjust machine pressure gauges and thermostats.

Interests

People who work in this occupation generally have the interest code: RC.

This means people who work in this occupation generally have Realistic interests, but also prefer Conventional environments.

Work Values

People who work in this occupation generally prize Relationships, but also value Independence and Support in their jobs.

Things They Need to Know

  • Customer and Personal Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
  • English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
  • Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
  • Public Safety and Security - Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
  • Mechanical - Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

Things They Need to Be Able to Do

  • Repairing - Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  • Operation Monitoring - Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
  • Equipment Maintenance - Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
  • Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
  • Troubleshooting - Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  • Time Management - Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  • Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

Education Required

These occupations usually require a high school diploma.

Wages

In 2012, the average annual wage in California was $34,190.00 with most people making between $21,520.00 and $47,430.00

Outlook

0.65%
avg. annual growth

During 2010, this occupation employed approximately 3,100 people in California. It is projected that there will be 3,300 employed in 2020.

This occupation will have about 20 openings due to growth and about 60 replacement openings for approximately 80 total annual openings.

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