Amusement Technician - San Diego, Los Angeles

Spheric; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Gardner Games is seeking a field service technician to service amusement equipment across Los Angeles, Southern California, and the San Diego area. The role involves travel to client sites, testing, maintenance, and stock management of parts.

The ideal candidate has a strong electronics background, excellent troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work independently while coordinating with clients. Weekend availability and 100% travel within Southern California are expected.

Qualifications

• Strong background in electronics or electro-mechanical systems.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Mechanical and electrical aptitude.
• Basic networking knowledge.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities.
• Flexibility to travel extensively within Southern California.
• Availability to work weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Travel to client locations throughout Southern California to repair, test, maintain, and stock amusement equipment.
• Assist with installation and setup of new amusement equipment at locations.
• Manage assigned arcade sweep schedules to ensure equipment operates reliably.
• Communicate regularly with client locations to coordinate service needs and provide remote troubleshooting support.
• Maintain parts inventory and assist with prize stock management at serviced locations.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance to other technicians as needed.

Skills

Electronics repair

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Networking basics

Communication

Independent worker

Travel flexibility

Weekend availability

Travel 100%

Job description

Gardner Games is a national leader in vending and amusement solutions for bars, nightclubs, theaters, arenas, and family entertainment centers. We deliver industry-leading equipment, responsive service, and innovative entertainment experiences to customers across Southern California, including Los Angeles and San Diego.

A technician skilled in electromechanical repair and electronics troubleshooting, responsible for maintaining and servicing amusement equipment across Los Angeles, Southern California, and the San Diego area. Frequent travel to client sites is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Travel to client locations throughout Southern California, including Los Angeles and San Diego, to repair, test, maintain, and stock amusement equipment.
• Assist with installation and setup of new amusement equipment at locations.
• Manage assigned arcade sweep schedules to ensure equipment operates efficiently and reliably.
• Communicate regularly with client locations to coordinate service needs and provide remote troubleshooting support.
• Maintain parts inventory and assist with prize stock management at serviced locations.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance to other technicians as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Strong background in electronics or electro-mechanical systems.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Mechanical and electrical aptitude.
• Basic networking knowledge.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively.
• Flexibility to travel extensively and adapt to changing work environments.
• Availability to work weekends as needed.
• Travel requirement: 100% within Southern California, including Los Angeles and San Diego.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the amusement, arcade, vending, or entertainment equipment industry.
• Prior field service or traveling technician experience.