Refreshment Mechanic

American Food & Vending; Minnesota; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

401K with company match

Meal and beverage during shift

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible hours and shifts

Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision

Uniforms and Safety Shoes provided

Job summary

American Food & Vending seeks a Refreshment Mechanic to ensure vending machines and beverage dispensers operate at peak quality. You will repair, install, and maintain equipment, perform routine checks, and keep detailed service records.

Responsibilities include inventory management, wiring and plumbing-compliant installations, and diagnostic work on complex systems. The role may involve transporting machines and taking on additional duties as needed.

Qualifications

• Technical school, Certification, or an associate degree in related field preferred.
• 3+ years of relevant experience with POS or Kiosk preferred.
• Basic knowledge of microprocessors, integrated circuits, robotics, and automated functions.
• Lifting, bending, walking, driving, climbing stairs; able to lift 40+ lbs. as needed.
• Possess a valid state driver's license that is in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Repair, maintain, and install vending machines and beverage dispensers for water and coffee.
• Perform routine checks on motors, keypads, and other equipment to ensure optimal function.
• Maintain vending inventories, order repair parts and keep service records.
• Connect water pipes and electrical wires; ensure installations meet codes and standards.
• Conduct routine maintenance; clean and oil parts; adjust pressure gauges and thermostats.
• Respond to service calls with visual survey; use diagnostic tools to locate issues.
• Transport machines to the repair shop for maintenance and inspection when needed.
• May be assigned other duties and responsibilities as needed.

Skills

POS/Kiosk experience

Electrical troubleshooting

Reading wiring diagrams

Troubleshooting with diagnostic tools

Lifting 40+ lbs

Education

Technical school/certification

Associate degree preferred

Driver's license

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Hand tools

Job description

Pay: - Pay varies by location

Summary: A Refreshment Mechanic at American Food & Vending will ensure machines are functioning at the highest quality, order parts, and keep service records.

Responsibilities:

• Repair, maintain, and install vending machines and beverage dispensers for water and coffee.
• Perform routine checks on motors, keypads, and other equipment to make sure machines are functioning at the highest quality.
• Maintaining vending inventories, order repair parts and keep service records.
• Connect water pipes and electrical wires; ensure that installations are compliant with plumbing, electrical and sanitation codes and standards.
• Conduct routine maintenance; clean and oil machine parts and adjust machine pressure gauges and thermostats.
• Respond to service calls by taking a preliminary visual survey to look for loose wires or leaks. If no clear problem is found, technicians may use diagnostic equipment and other aids to find the source and extent of the malfunction.
• Transport machines to the repair shop for maintenance and inspection as needed.
• May be assigned other duties and responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications:

• Technical school, Certification, or an associate degree in related field preferred.
• 3+ years of relevant experience with POS or Kiosk preferred.
• Basic knowledge of microprocessors, integrated circuits, robotics, and automated functions.
• Lifting, bending, walking, driving, climbing stairs; able to lift 40+ lbs. as needed.
• Possess a valid state driver's license that is in good standing.

About Us

Together, American Food & Vending and American Dining Creations form one of the nation’s largest privately held dining and refreshment service organizations. Family-owned and headquartered in Syracuse, NY, we have served clients nationwide for more than 80 years, delivering customized dining and refreshment solutions across business, education, healthcare and cultural environments.

Recognized by NAMA and our peers as Operator of the Year, we combine national capabilities with a personal, responsive approach to create exceptional experiences for our clients and guests.

Our Mission

To create moments of happiness through customized hospitality experiences that delight guests and bring people together.

Our Vision

To be the best in the industry at elevating hospitality experiences for places where people want to be.

Our Values: F.I.R.S.T.

Family – Treat people as family.

Integrity – Do the right thing.

Responsiveness – Listen first. Then act with urgency.

Service Excellence – Deliver exceptional experiences every day.

Teamwork – Win together.

American Food & Vending Offers:

• Weekly pay
• 401K with company match
• Delicious employee meal and beverage during your shift
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Some positions may include flexible hours and shifts
• Eligible employees offered Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision Plans
• Uniforms and Safety Shoes provided
• Learning and advancement opportunities

American Food & Vending is an Equal Opportunity Employer.