VENDING MACHINE MECHANICS

These are skilled technicians who install and repair vending machines. They will transport the machines and make the necessary water and electrical connections using the manufactures’ instructions.

Deterioration of an Antares vending machine from ordinary use and damage will mean repair and replacement of vending parts in field locations and shops. Mechanics must look for the reasons that the machine has stopped and fix it. If the mechanics cannot immediately diagnose and isolate malfunctions, they troubleshoot by following procedures developed by the manufacturers

When the Antares vending machine requires major repairs or overhauls, mechanics will take them or their parts back to the service shop. Here they will dismantle the machine, repair and reassemble the units.

The mechanics would follow technical illustrations, schematics, blueprints, diagrams and repair manuals to fix up the Antares vending machines. Machines these days are very “high tech” and contain electronic parts that sets prices calculate customer’s purchases, and controls the dispensing of change and products. The mechanics would use a number of hand tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers, pipe cutters and hammers to tighten, cut and adjust the machine. They use heavy machinery such as grinding wheels, saws and drills to do their work in the shop. If there are problems with the water flow of the Antares vending machine or perhaps a problem wit the carbonation systems and brewing devices, these will be handled by the mechanic.

Maintaining the Antares machine well, by lubricating parts and adjusting the machine will prevent trouble before it starts. Mechanics who repair food and beverage machines must comply with State and local sanitation procedures and health codes.

Mechanics can work either in their repair shop or on the field. At times they can decide to work in both places. Employers who require uniform must provide them or pay for them. Employers also provide power tools and test equipments but of cause the mechanics must have their own tools as well.

Vending machines such as an Antares Refreshment Center are usually heavy and bulky and must be moved by hand trucks or any other moving device. The mechanics are responsible for the vehicles provided to them by the employers.

Employment for mechanics is on the decline despite an increase in the number and types of machines. Machines are now computerized so the mechanics are not needed for their maintenance. Only those skilled in electronic systems will be in demand. Earning of a mechanic vary according to their training, skill level, type of equipment repaired, size of employer and locations of their jobs.