vending service technician.

Compensation: $55,000 - $65,000 / year (Dependent on Experience)

Job Overview
We are seeking a skilled and dependable Vending Service Technician to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair micro-market kiosks, coolers, and automated vending equipment (food, snack, beverage, and coffee machines) across the Twin Cities metro area.

In this mobile, field-based role, you will drive a company-provided vehicle to client sites to respond to service calls, perform routine preventive maintenance, and deliver exceptional customer support.

Perks and Benefits:

• Competitive Salary: $55,000 - $65,000/year
• Company-Provided Vehicle and uniforms
• Comprehensive Insurance Package: Medical, dental, vision, accident, critical illness, and more
• Financial & Life Benefits: Company-paid life insurance and 401(k) matching program
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, personal, sick/safe time, and paid holidays

Responsibilities:

• Equipment Repair & Maintenance: Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and refrigeration issues on vending equipment, coffee brewers, and micro-market kiosks.
• Service Response: Promptly respond to dispatched service calls, troubleshoot root causes (from coin jams to cashless payment issues), and replace worn or defective parts.
• Preventative Care: Perform routine inspections, cleaning, and preventative maintenance to ensure high equipment functionality and sanitation.
• Customer Service & Communication: Serve as a polite and professional point of contact for clients, updating them and internal staff on equipment status.
• Vehicle & Inventory Management: Keep the company vehicle clean, well-maintained, and safely operated while maintaining basic activity logs and records.
• On-Call Rotation: Participate in a scheduled on-call rotation for emergency evening and weekend service requests.

Working hours: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Skills:

• EPA Universal or Type I certification (for refrigeration systems).
• Familiarity with DEX/MDB protocols, cashless payment hardware, and micro-market software platforms.
• Prior experience using digital work-order software or mobile field management tools.
• Background in commercial coffee, beverage dispensing, or ice machine repair.

Education:
High School

Experience:
1-4 years

Qualifications:

• Background in equipment repair required; prior experience repairing vending, coffee, or commercial food service appliances preferred.
• Strong mechanical, electrical, and basic refrigeration troubleshooting skills; proficient using hand and power tools.
• Age 21+ with a valid Class D driver???s license and a clean driving record for the last 5 years (required for company vehicle insurance).
• Ability to pass a criminal background check, credit check (due to handling cash equipment), and a DOT physical exam.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. consistently, push/pull loads over 100 lbs., maneuver equipment up/down stairs with a hand truck, and bend, stoop, or climb regularly throughout the day.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

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At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact Callcenter@spherion.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).