Is being a vending machine technician a good fit for you?
Installs, services and repairs vending machines and coin-operated machines such as arcade games and pinball.
What the work involves
- Fills machines with products, ingredients, money and other supplies.
- Inspects machines and meters to find causes of faults and fixes minor problems like jammed notes or stuck products.
- Tests machines to make sure they work properly.
- Replaces faulty parts, such as worn card readers in cash machines.
The interests that suit it
People in this work tend to be hands-on and organising. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.
What it tends to reward
Compared with other work, this job stands out for:
- Independence. Trusted to decide how the work gets done.
- Belonging. People who look out for each other, and a manager who has your back.
How much training it needs
Fast start. Little or some training needed. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.
Find out if it fits you
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