Vending Machine Technician

805 DEPARTMENT OF REHABILITATION SERVICES

Oklahoma City (OK)

On-site

USD 39,000 - 41,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid holidays

Retirement plan

Job summary

805 Department of Rehabilitation Services is seeking a Vending Machine Technician to install, repair, and maintain vending equipment used in the Business Enterprise Program. The role includes on‑the‑job training for Licensed Managers who are Blind or visually impaired and keeping equipment and parts inventories up to date.

Candidates will perform diagnostics, repairs, and refurbishments on a wide range of devices; you must be able to lift heavy equipment, operate forklifts, and travel throughout

Qualifications

Knowledge of electrical and mechanical troubleshooting for vending/merchandising equipment.
Ability to read wiring diagrams and manuals and use testing devices.
Experience maintaining inventory and preparing maintenance reports.

Responsibilities

Install, repair, and remove automated vending/merchandising equipment.
Train Licensed Managers in operation and maintenance of equipment.
Maintain parts inventory and prepare maintenance schedules and reports.
Follow safety procedures and document compliance.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical troubleshooting

Equipment maintenance

Safety procedures

Education

Associate Degree or Vocational certification in Electrical/Repair

NAMA Vending Technician certification (Level I/II/III)

Job description

Job Posting Title Vending Machine Technician

Agency 805 DEPARTMENT OF REHABILITATION SERVICES Supervisory Organization Dept Rehabilitation Services

Job Posting End Date: Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.

Full/Part-Time: Full time
Job Type: Regular
Compensation Monthly/Annual Salary: Monthly Annual Level I (Pay Band G) $3,257.95 $39,095.40 Level II (Pay Band H) $3,420.10 $41,041.20

Job Description Basic Purpose

Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities related to the setup, repair, installation and removal of automated vending/merchandising equipment and for the training of Licensed Managers in the use of such equipment for the Business Enterprise Program.

Typical Functions

Prepares equipment for installation; performs installation, setup and removal of automated vending/merchandising equipment used in the Business Enterprise Program. Diagnose, repair and refurbish a wide variety of automated vending and/or merchandising equipment used in the Business Enterprise Program. Repair, replace or replenish broken or missing parts for mechanical and cosmetic purposes such as bulbs, shelves and shelf clips, door grills, LEDs, buttons, sign fronts, decals and other mechanical/computer/electronic components; may refer to technical manuals and wiring diagrams and use testing devices such as electrical circuit testers to find defective parts. Provides in service training and on-the-job training in the operation and routine maintenance of automated vending/merchandising equipment to Licensed Managers who are Blind or visually impaired or to lower level staff. Ensures vehicle has appropriate levels of parts inventory, tools and restock as needed. Manages parts inventory for automated vending/merchandising equipment in a clear, safe and orderly condition; maintains appearance and order of work area. Uses a variety of hand and power tools such as hammer, drill, power screwdriver, skill saw or soldering irons to perform duties. Lift and load equipment and machines (100+ pounds) on and off vehicle at customer location and in-warehouse, both with and without assistance; utilizes forklifts, dollies or other tools to load/unload equipment. Follows agency standards and documentation guidelines in writing and filing reports, preparing repair cost estimates, and recommending parts for order/re-order; maintains daily records of equipment/parts/merchandise distributed and prepares required maintenance schedules and reports. Follows prescribed safety measures and procedures;

Level Descriptor Level I

This is the entry level for this job family where the employee will receive training in and be responsible for the setup, repair, maintenance, troubleshooting and removal of various automated and/or merchandising equipment used in the Business Enterprise Program; will be responsible for maintenance of parts inventory; will learn program and agency documentation guidelines; will keep workspace clean and organized; will establish and maintain effective relationships and communication with others including Licensed Managers and their staff and will learn techniques for safe operation and movement of equipment including tools and heavy equipment, and operation of forklifts and vehicles.

Level Descriptor Level II

This is the career level where employees are responsible for performing all functions related to the position. This level may act as the Lead Technician assigning work to others, performs problem resolution regarding equipment and consults with manufacturers for quality assurance of vending/merchandising equipment. Develops, plans and coordinates logistics for purchase and installation of new equipment and/or vending facility locations. Advises agency staff and manufacturers on design and need for adaptations on current and/or new equipment for Licensed Managers who are Blind or visually impaired. May be responsible for training, providing expertise or supervision of lower level staff.

Education and Experience Level I

Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of two years of experience in vending machine or small appliance maintenance or repair; or one year of experience in vending machine or small appliance maintenance or repair plus certification as Vending Technician at all three levels of the National Automatic Merchandising Association (NAMA) Vending Technician; or completion of an Associate Degree and/or Vocational Technical certification of Applied Science in Electrical Construction and Maintenance, Refrigeration, Small Appliance Repair, Vending Machine Repair; or Electrical certification from an accredited vocational technical school or community college.

Education and Experience Level II

Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of two years of experience in vending machine or small appliance maintenance or repair plus two years of experience working with vending or merchandising machines, refrigeration or small appliance installation, maintenance or repair; or one year of experience in vending machine or small appliance maintenance or repair plus certification as Vending Technician at all three levels of the National Automatic Merchandising Association (NAMA) Vending Technician plus two years of experience working with vending or merchandising machines, refrigeration or small appliance installation, maintenance or repair; or completion of an Associate Degree and/or Vocational Technical certification of Applied Science in Electrical Construction and Maintenance, Refrigeration, Small Appliance Repair, Vending Machine Repair plus two years of experience working with vending or merchandising machines, refrigeration or small appliance installation, maintenance or repair; or Electrical certification from an accredited vocational technical school or community college plus two years of experience working with vending or merchandising machines, refrigeration or small appliance installation, maintenance or repair.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies Level I

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies Level II

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required at this level include knowledge of electrical, mechanical, automated vending and/or merchandising systems; of mechanical concepts of troubleshooting and repairing appliances; of small business management; of the installation and repair of subassemblies such as coin machines and bill acceptors; of basic refrigeration systems; and of adapted techniques, devices and equipment for the blind and visually impaired. Ability is required to perform basic household repairs in plumbing, circuits, fuses and electrical components; to operate hand tools and power tools; to work independently and use sound judgement; to solve problems; to follow both written and verbal instructions; to pay attention to details; to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; to advise Licensed Managers on equipment usage; to write reports; to provide good customer service; to troubleshoot and evaluate vending machines; to analyze situations and make decisions in accordance with rules, laws and regulations; to provide training and guidance to others; to provide consultation; and to clearly describe rules, laws, adapted techniques, work procedures, equipment, machine parts and facilities.

Special Requirements

In order to operate state-owned vehicles in the performance of regularly assigned duties, some positions may require that the successful applicant possess a valid Oklahoma driver's license at the time of appointment. Walk, Sit, Stand for extended periods of time, bend at waist and knees, performs overhead reaching, stooping, stairs, and driving of state owned vehicles. Available to work extended hours when assigned. The Department of Rehabilitation Services has determined that some positions in this job family are safety sensitive as defined by63 O.S. § 427.8.

Essential Functions

Position is responsible for the repair and refurbishing of a wide variety of automated merchandising equipment used in the vending food industry. Position will perform installation, setups, and removal of automated merchandising equipment; will provide in service training to Licensed Managers who are Blind or Visually Impaired in the operation and routine maintenance of automated merchandising equipment; will maintain parts/equipment inventory for assigned area, and prepare maintenance reports. Position requires extensive travel throughout Oklahoma. Applicant must be willing to perform all job-related travel. Trial period (if applicable) is required.

Background Check

The Department of Rehabilitation Services will conduct a criminal background check on new hires as part of an offer of employment that is made contingent upon a successful criminal background check. *Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. now and in the future without employer sponsorship.

Benefit Highlights

Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums
A wide choice of health insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations
Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses or dependent care
Employee assistance programs and health and fitness programs
11 paid holidays
15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave for the first year
Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match
Longevity Bonus for years of service

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

Industries

Government Administration

Worker Size

10,001+ Employees

Headquarters

Oklahoma City; Oklahoma

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