Slot Technician

Caesars Entertainment; Danville (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Caesars Entertainment Corp in Danville, VA is seeking a Slot Technician to maintain, install, convert, and configure slot machines ensuring reliable operation. You will perform preventative maintenance, troubleshoot components, and document repair activity.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and electronics training; wage starts at $18.25 per hour with potential growth within casino operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Electronics training or two years of related experience preferred.
• Ability to obtain Virginia Lottery Gaming License.

Responsibilities

• Provide friendly, helpful service to guests and team members.
• Perform preventative maintenance on gaming devices including validators, ticket printers, and card readers.
• Follow procedures to identify or prevent equipment issues.
• Maintain and repair electronic circuitry for slot equipment.
• Document repair logs, shift logs, and daily reports.
• Comply with gaming regulations and SOPs.
• Assist with validator software upgrades as released by vendors.
• Interact professionally with other departments.

Skills

Stand, walk, bend, and lift

Teamwork

Communication

Independent worker

Attentive to regulations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Electronics training or related experience preferred

Tools

Hand tools

Diagnostic equipment

Electronic testing devices

Job description

Job Description

The Slot Technician is responsible for maintaining, installing, converting, and configuring slot machines according to departmental plans. This role ensures the reliability and performance of gaming devices while working collaboratively in a team‑oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide friendly, helpful, and courteous service to guests and fellow team members.
• Perform daily or scheduled preventative maintenance on gaming devices, including validator units, ticket printers, and card readers.
• Follow machine entry and repair procedures to proactively identify or prevent equipment issues.
• Maintain and repair electronic circuitry for all slot‑related equipment.
• Safeguard all assigned assets during installation, builds, conversions, and reconfigurations.
• Use approved electronic test equipment for diagnostics and repairs.
• Diagnose faulty equipment and troubleshoot to the sub‑system level (e.g., hopper, comparator, MPU board).
• Safely operate shop equipment including hand tools, welding tools, soldering equipment, and test devices.
• Maintain accurate documentation including repair logs, shift logs, daily reports, and JMRs.
• Comply with gaming regulations, compact requirements, and departmental SOPs.
• Maintain predetermined stock levels of validators, ticket printers, and card readers.
• Complete machine moves and assigned projects.
• Interact professionally with other departments.
• Assist with validator software upgrades as released by vendors.
• Perform additional duties as needed to support operational success.

Qualifications

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment as required.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, technical environment.
• Ability to use hand tools, diagnostic equipment, and electronic testing devices.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to meet attendance standards and adhere to all regulatory and company policies.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree in electronics, trade school certification, or two years of related experience preferred.
• One year of Slot Department experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Virginia Lottery Gaming License.

Wage $18.25 an hour