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Coin, Vending, and Amusement Machine Servicers and Repairers: reported tasks and exploration worksheet

Install, service, adjust, or repair coin, vending, or amusement machines including video games, juke boxes, pinball machines, or slot machines.

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This source lists 18 tasks, including 9 marked Core and 9 marked Supplemental. Labels and dates are retained below. Employers can combine or divide these responsibilities differently; explore the task itself before assuming it belongs in every version of the role.

Task source dates: 07/2017.

18 tasks shown

Core · Task 13835 · 07/2017 · Incumbent

Fill machines with products, ingredients, money, and other supplies.

Core · Task 13839 · 07/2017 · Incumbent

Inspect machines and meters to determine causes of malfunctions and fix minor problems such as jammed bills or stuck products.

Core · Task 13840 · 07/2017 · Incumbent

Test machines to determine proper functioning.

Core · Task 13846 · 07/2017 · Incumbent

Replace malfunctioning parts, such as worn magnetic heads on automatic teller machine (ATM) card readers.

Core · Task 13845 · 07/2017 · Incumbent

Maintain records of machine maintenance and repair.

Core · Task 13842 · 07/2017 · Incumbent

Clean and oil machine parts.

Core · Task 13848 · 07/2017 · Incumbent

Order parts needed for machine repairs.

Core · Task 13847 · 07/2017 · Incumbent

Adjust and repair coin, vending, or amusement machines and meters and replace defective mechanical and electrical parts, using hand tools, soldering irons, and diagrams.

Core · Task 13843 · 07/2017 · Incumbent

Record transaction information on forms or logs, and notify designated personnel of discrepancies.

Supplemental · Task 13836 · 07/2017 · Incumbent

Keep records of merchandise distributed and money collected.

Supplemental · Task 13837 · 07/2017 · Incumbent

Collect coins and bills from machines, prepare invoices, and settle accounts with concessionaires.

Supplemental · Task 13838 · 07/2017 · Incumbent

Make service calls to maintain and repair machines.

Supplemental · Task 13844 · 07/2017 · Incumbent

Adjust machine pressure gauges and thermostats.

Supplemental · Task 13849 · 07/2017 · Incumbent

Disassemble and assemble machines, according to specifications and using hand and power tools.

Supplemental · Task 13841 · 07/2017 · Incumbent

Contact other repair personnel or make arrangements for the removal of machines in cases where major repairs are required.

Supplemental · Task 13852 · 07/2017 · Incumbent

Transport machines to installation sites.

Supplemental · Task 13851 · 07/2017 · Incumbent

Refer to manuals and wiring diagrams to gather information needed to repair machines.

Supplemental · Task 13850 · 07/2017 · Incumbent

Install machines, making the necessary water and electrical connections in compliance with codes.

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