- Technicians require customer service and communication skills, since they will be working in varied places of business with machines owned by different people. Mathematics up through calculus and proficiency with tools is also needed. The position requires significant arm, hand and finger dexterity, coordination, near vision and control precision. Critical thinking, operations monitoring, and decision making are also important skills.
- Because of the mathematical and electronic knowledge needed to do the job, it is important that arcade game technicians have at least a trade school education in these areas. Education in the field is usually more general than working with arcade games. An electronic equipment technology program also trains students to work on vending machines, automated teller machines and slot machines, although students may specialize before completing such a program.
- Key to working in this field is an understanding of the workings of the microprocessor, including decimal, binary and hexadecimal conversions. Technicians must also understand the communication of input and output, reset procedures and the use of troubleshooting and malfunction codes.
- Arcade game technicians are responsible for the installation and maintenance of arcade games, and this requires performing repairs on the machines when needed. Certificate programs in electronic equipment technology will help them become familiar with the various electrical parts, meters and soldering irons they'll need to know. The projected decline in jobs, as reported by the BLS, should be taken into account when considering employment in this field.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: 10,000.00 - 25,000.00 per month
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- total work: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
