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Coin, Vending, and Amusement Machine Servicers and Repairers

Median Salary
44,980
Job Outlook
N/A

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

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

What sectors do they work in?

Private for profit

78%

Self-employed

14%

Federal Government

3%

Private not for profit

3%

State and local government

2%

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$18,860

10%

$44,980

Median

$61,140

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • High school

    91%

  • Post-secondary certificate

    7%

Skills and Interest

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    High

  • Verbal Skills

    Low

  • Leadership

    Low

  • Math and Science Skills

    Low

  • Technology Design and Control

    Low

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    Low

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Mechanical
  • Computers and Electronics
  • Customer and Personal Service
  • Engineering and Technology
  • Administrative

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    High

  • Repetitiveness

    High

  • Physical Activity

    High

  • Decision Making

    Mid

  • Time Pressure

    Low

  • Responsibility

    Low

  • Level Of Competition

    Low

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Realistic

You love hands-on work and solving practical problems — like fixing things and building stuff.

Conventional

You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.

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Data supplied by Bureau of Labor Statistics, National Center of Education Statistics, Defense Manpower Data Center (View our update schedule). Contact any business, college or military service branch to answer additional questions.