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How a coin / vending / amusement machine servicer / repairer can use AI, task by task

O*NET 49-9091.00: Coin, Vending, and Amusement Machine Servicers and Repairers18 tasksJob Zone 2: Some preparation

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

Type your own title and every prompt on this page updates to match. Also called: Cooler Deliverer, Field Service Technician, Fountain Vending Mechanic, Full Service Vending Driver, Refurbish Technician, Service Technician, Slot Technician, Vending Mechanic, Vending Service Technician, Vending Technician.

Where AI fits in this job

AI-ready 20%AI-assist 11%Stays human 69%

Share of the job's tasks, weighted by how important and how frequent each task is (O*NET ratings). 3 AI-ready, 3 AI-assist and 12 human-led tasks out of 18. This measures where AI can help, not whether the job will disappear.

Information & paperwork
Thinking & planning
People & communication
Leading & teaching
Hands-on & physical

Shape of the job: importance of each kind of work activity (O*NET, 1 to 5).

🗓 Start here on Monday

The most frequent, most important tasks where AI can help right away.

  1. Maintain records of machine maintenance and repair.Write it up · Daily
  2. Record transaction information on forms or logs, and notify designated personnel of discrepancies.Write it up · Daily
  3. Keep records of merchandise distributed and money collected.Write it up · Daily

💪 Lean into these

Core tasks that stay human. These skills get more valuable as the routine work gets automated.

  1. Fill machines with products, ingredients, money, and other supplies.Hands-on work · Several times a day
  2. Inspect machines and meters to determine causes of malfunctions and fix minor problems such as jammed bills or stuck products.Watch & inspect · Daily
  3. Test machines to determine proper functioning.Watch & inspect · Daily

Skills to build & where you could move ↓

🔒 Many of these tasks involve people's information. Remove names and identifying details before using AI, or use only a tool your employer has approved.

AI can draft these 3

AI produces a usable first pass. You review it, fix it and own it.

Maintain records of machine maintenance and repair.

Daily

AI writes the first draft from your notes; you check every fact.

Show prompt & steps

Give AI your rough notes, numbers or last version and it will turn them into a clean, well-structured first draft. You check every fact and figure before it goes anywhere.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a coin / vending / amusement machine servicer / repairer. Part of my job is to maintain records of machine maintenance and repair.

Context: We use Microsoft Word.
Equipment: [describe]
Work done: [paste notes]

Draft the record. Use plain language and headings where they help, and mark anything you had to guess with [CHECK].

10-minute exercise: Maintenance record

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you maintain records of machine maintenance and repair (today).
Step 2Fill in [Equipment] and [Work done] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check every fact, name and number against your source before it goes anywhere.

AI will happily make up numbers, names and dates. Every fact in the draft needs checking against your source.

Importance 4.0/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Maintain repair or maintenance records..

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

Daily

AI writes the first draft from your notes; you check every fact.

📊 Real AI use (Anthropic Economic Index, Apr 2026 to May 2026): AI completed the task directly in 81% of those conversations; the rest were back-and-forth with the person.

Show prompt & steps

Give AI your rough notes, numbers or last version and it will turn them into a clean, well-structured first draft. You check every fact and figure before it goes anywhere.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a coin / vending / amusement machine servicer / repairer. Part of my job is to record transaction information on forms or logs, and notify designated personnel of discrepancies.

Context: We use Microsoft Word.
Activity: [help desk, transactions]
Notes: [paste]

Draft log entries. Use plain language and headings where they help, and mark anything you had to guess with [CHECK].

10-minute exercise: Activity log

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you record transaction information on forms or logs (today). Leave out names and identifying details.
Step 2Fill in [Activity] and [Notes] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check every fact, name and number against your source before it goes anywhere.

AI will happily make up numbers, names and dates. Every fact in the draft needs checking against your source.

Importance 3.8/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Document operational activities..

Keep records of merchandise distributed and money collected.

Daily

AI writes the first draft from your notes; you check every fact.

Show prompt & steps

Give AI your rough notes, numbers or last version and it will turn them into a clean, well-structured first draft. You check every fact and figure before it goes anywhere.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a coin / vending / amusement machine servicer / repairer. Part of my job is to keep records of merchandise distributed and money collected.

Context: We use Microsoft Word.
Activity: [help desk, transactions]
Notes: [paste]

Draft log entries. Use plain language and headings where they help, and mark anything you had to guess with [CHECK].

10-minute exercise: Activity log

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you keep records of merchandise distributed and money (today).
Step 2Fill in [Activity] and [Notes] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check every fact, name and number against your source before it goes anywhere.

AI will happily make up numbers, names and dates. Every fact in the draft needs checking against your source.

Importance 4.5/5 · O*NET work activity: Document operational activities..

AI can help you prep these 3

AI speeds up the prep, drafting or thinking. The core of the task is still yours.

Order parts needed for machine repairs.

Weekly

AI preps the paperwork; approving and paying stay with you.

Show prompt & steps

AI can prep the paperwork, extract details from documents and make checklists. Approving, paying and verifying stay with you.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a coin / vending / amusement machine servicer / repairer. Part of my job is to order parts needed for machine repairs.

Context: We use Inventory tracking software and Microsoft Excel.
What I need: [parts, lab supplies, materials]
Stock and usage: [current levels, how fast we use them]
Suppliers: [who we buy from]

Make an order list with quantities, a reorder-point table and a requisition template. Point out anything missing or inconsistent and suggest a template I can reuse.

10-minute exercise: Ordering supplies

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you order parts (this week).
Step 2Fill in [What I need], [Stock and usage] and [Suppliers] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check part numbers and approvals before placing the order.

Personal, financial and health data shouldn't go into AI tools unless your employer has approved one for it.

Importance 3.9/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Order materials, supplies, or equipment..

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

Monthly

AI gives you a first-pass summary; you still read the key parts.

Show prompt & steps

AI can pull out the key points and questions to look for. Use it as a first pass, then look closely yourself.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a coin / vending / amusement machine servicer / repairer. Part of my job is to refer to manuals and wiring diagrams to gather information needed to repair machines.

Context: The work draws on mechanical, computers and electronics and customer and personal service.
Equipment: [make, model, serial range]
Manual section: [paste the procedure or describe the fault]

Turn this into a plain step-by-step procedure with torque values, settings and part numbers in a table. List safety warnings first and flag anything that says 'refer to specialist'.

10-minute exercise: Decode a service manual section

Step 1Find the manual section for a repair or service you'll do soon.
Step 2Fill in [Equipment] and paste the text into [Manual section].
Step 3Check every value in the table against the manual itself before you pick up a tool.

Remove names and private details before pasting, and check your employer's rules on what you can share with AI tools.

Importance 3.5/5 · O*NET work activity: Read technical information needed to perform maintenance or repairs..

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

Monthly

AI drafts clear messages and talking points.

Show prompt & steps

AI can draft updates, emails and talking points so your message is clear and complete. Relationships and real-time calls are yours.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a coin / vending / amusement machine servicer / repairer. Part of my job is to contact other repair personnel or make arrangements for the removal of machines in cases where major repairs are required.

Equipment: [describe]
Who: [coworkers, base]

Draft a clear message or radio call. Keep it under 150 words with a clear ask, plus a 2-sentence version for chat.

10-minute exercise: Equipment problem coordination

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you contact other repair personnel or make arrangements. Leave out names and identifying details.
Step 2Fill in [Equipment] and [Who] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Edit it until it sounds like you, then send it yourself.

Never let AI send messages for you. Read every word, because tone mistakes cost trust.

Importance 3.7/5 · O*NET work activity: Confer with coworkers to resolve equipment problems..

These stay human 12

They need your hands, your presence or your accountable judgment. Lean into them: they get more valuable as routine work is automated.

📏 Measured in this job (O*NET work context): Contact with others: contact with others most of the time · Using hands on tools and objects: more than half the time · Face-to-face discussions: once a week or more but not every day · Impact of decisions: important results

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

Several times a day

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as a coin / vending / amusement machine servicer / repairer. Part of my job is to fill machines with products, ingredients, money, and other supplies.

Context: The work draws on mechanical, computers and electronics and customer and personal service.
Equipment: [describe]
Issues: [describe]

List maintenance and tagging steps. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Equipment maintenance and tagging

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you fill machines.
Step 2Fill in [Equipment] and [Issues] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check it against the manufacturer's manual and your site rules, and add the steps only experience teaches.

Importance 4.4/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Maintain work equipment or machinery..

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

Daily

Needs your eyes on site. AI can build the checklist and the report.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI can build your inspection checklists, explain standards and turn your notes and photos into clean reports.

Prep prompt

I work as a coin / vending / amusement machine servicer / repairer. Part of my job is to inspect machines and meters to determine causes of malfunctions and fix minor problems such as jammed bills or stuck products.

Context: The work draws on mechanical, computers and electronics and customer and personal service.
Equipment: [machine, aircraft system]
Wear points: [cables, bearings, belts]

List measurements, limits and actions. Group it by area, say what 'good' and 'bad' look like for each item, and add a short template for writing up what I find.

10-minute exercise: Wear inspection

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you inspect machines and meters (today).
Step 2Fill in [Equipment] and [Wear points] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Take it with you next time, tick it alongside your usual routine, and add anything it missed.

Importance 4.3/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Inspect mechanical equipment to locate damage, defects, or wear..

Test machines to determine proper functioning.

Daily

Needs your eyes on site. AI can build the checklist and the report.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI can build your inspection checklists, explain standards and turn your notes and photos into clean reports.

Prep prompt

I work as a coin / vending / amusement machine servicer / repairer. Part of my job is to test machines to determine proper functioning.

Context: The work draws on mechanical, computers and electronics and customer and personal service.
Equipment: [describe]
Checks: [speed, temperature, operation]

List tests and limits. Group it by area, say what 'good' and 'bad' look like for each item, and add a short template for writing up what I find.

10-minute exercise: Mechanical function test

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you test machines (today).
Step 2Fill in [Equipment] and [Checks] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Take it with you next time, tick it alongside your usual routine, and add anything it missed.

Importance 4.2/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Test mechanical equipment to ensure proper functioning..

Clean and oil machine parts.

Daily

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as a coin / vending / amusement machine servicer / repairer. Part of my job is to clean and oil machine parts.

Context: The work draws on mechanical, computers and electronics and customer and personal service.
Equipment: [instruments, lab gear, tools]
Manual guidance: [cleaning and maintenance steps]

Make a maintenance checklist and log. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Clean-and-maintain routine

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you clean and oil machine parts (today).
Step 2Fill in [Equipment] and [Manual guidance] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check it against the manufacturer's manual and your site rules, and add the steps only experience teaches.

Importance 4.0/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Clean equipment, parts, or tools to repair or maintain them in good working order.. Also involves: Lubricate equipment to allow proper functioning..

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

Weekly

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as a coin / vending / amusement machine servicer / repairer. Part of my job is to adjust and repair coin, vending, or amusement machines and meters and replace defective mechanical and electrical parts, using hand tools, soldering irons, and diagrams.

Context: The work draws on mechanical, computers and electronics and customer and personal service.
Part: [pump, structure, component]
Damage: [describe]

List repair or rebuild steps. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Mechanical part repair

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you adjust and repair coin (this week).
Step 2Fill in [Part] and [Damage] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check it against the manufacturer's manual and your site rules, and add the steps only experience teaches.

Safety-critical: AI output is a starting point. Follow your site's procedures and the manufacturer's guidance.

Importance 3.8/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Repair worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts.. Also involves: Adjust equipment to ensure optimal performance..

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

Several times a day

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as a coin / vending / amusement machine servicer / repairer. Part of my job is to collect coins and bills from machines, prepare invoices, and settle accounts with concessionaires.

Context: The work draws on mechanical, computers and electronics and customer and personal service.
Payments: [cash, checks]
Rules: [deposits]

List handling and deposit steps. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Payment handling

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you collect coins and bills. Leave out names and identifying details.
Step 2Fill in [Payments] and [Rules] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check it against the manufacturer's manual and your site rules, and add the steps only experience teaches.

Importance 4.3/5 · O*NET work activity: Collect payments for goods or services..

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

Weekly

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as a coin / vending / amusement machine servicer / repairer. Part of my job is to replace malfunctioning parts, such as worn magnetic heads on automatic teller machine (ATM) card readers.

Context: The work draws on mechanical, computers and electronics and customer and personal service.
Equipment: [describe]
Part: [describe]

List diagnosis, removal, replacement and test steps. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Part replacement job

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you replace malfunctioning parts (this week).
Step 2Fill in [Equipment] and [Part] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Test the equipment fully before returning it.

Importance 4.1/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Replace worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts..

Make service calls to maintain and repair machines.

Daily

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as a coin / vending / amusement machine servicer / repairer. Part of my job is to make service calls to maintain and repair machines.

Context: The work draws on mechanical, computers and electronics and customer and personal service.
Job: [repair, maintenance]
Site: [location]

List tools, parts and site info to confirm before leaving. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Service call trip prep

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you make service calls (today).
Step 2Fill in [Job] and [Site] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check it against the manufacturer's manual and your site rules, and add the steps only experience teaches.

Importance 4.1/5 · O*NET work activity: Travel to work sites to perform installation, repair or maintenance work..

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

Weekly

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as a coin / vending / amusement machine servicer / repairer. Part of my job is to disassemble and assemble machines, according to specifications and using hand and power tools.

Context: The work draws on mechanical, computers and electronics and customer and personal service.
Machine: [describe]
Specs: [tolerances]

List assembly steps and measurements. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Mechanical assembly

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you disassemble and assemble machines (this week).
Step 2Fill in [Machine] and [Specs] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check it against the manufacturer's manual and your site rules, and add the steps only experience teaches.

Importance 3.7/5 · O*NET work activity: Assemble mechanical components or machine parts.. Also involves: Dismantle heavy equipment or machinery..

Adjust machine pressure gauges and thermostats.

Weekly

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as a coin / vending / amusement machine servicer / repairer. Part of my job is to adjust machine pressure gauges and thermostats.

Context: The work draws on mechanical, computers and electronics and customer and personal service.
Equipment: [radio, antenna, machine]
Targets: [specs]

List adjustment steps and measurements. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Performance tuning

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you adjust machine pressure gauges and thermostats (this week).
Step 2Fill in [Equipment] and [Targets] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check it against the manufacturer's manual and your site rules, and add the steps only experience teaches.

Importance 4.1/5 · O*NET work activity: Adjust equipment to ensure optimal performance..

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

Monthly

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as a coin / vending / amusement machine servicer / repairer. Part of my job is to install machines, making the necessary water and electrical connections in compliance with codes.

Context: The work draws on mechanical, computers and electronics and customer and personal service.
Appliance: [refrigerator, washer, stove]
Connections: [water, gas, electric]

List install, leveling, connection and test steps. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Appliance install

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you install machines.
Step 2Fill in [Appliance] and [Connections] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check gas and water connections for leaks and follow the install manual. Confirm the rules against the current official source.

Safety-critical: AI output is a starting point. Follow your site's procedures and the manufacturer's guidance.

Rules and regulations vary by place and change often. Confirm against the official source before relying on anything.

Importance 3.4/5 · O*NET work activity: Install home appliances..

Transport machines to installation sites.

Monthly

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as a coin / vending / amusement machine servicer / repairer. Part of my job is to transport machines to installation sites.

Context: The work draws on mechanical, computers and electronics and customer and personal service.
Vehicle: [van, truck]
Route: [sites]

List checks and safe driving points. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Work vehicle routine

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you transport machines.
Step 2Fill in [Vehicle] and [Route] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check it against the manufacturer's manual and your site rules, and add the steps only experience teaches.

Importance 3.5/5 · O*NET work activity: Drive trucks or other vehicles to or at work sites..

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Skills to build

From O*NET's ratings of how important each skill is in this job, matched to which part of the work it supports.

Stays human Deepen these

They power the human-led work, which is the part of the job AI can't take over.

  • Operations Monitoringimportance 3.0/5
    Used in: Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials
  • Critical Thinkingimportance 2.9/5
    Used in: Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials
  • Troubleshootingimportance 3.2/5
    Used in: Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials
  • Quality Control Analysisimportance 3.0/5
    Used in: Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials

With AI Use these to work with AI

When AI does the first draft, these are the skills you use to brief it and check what comes back.

  • Writingimportance 2.6/5
    Used in: Documenting/Recording Information
  • Monitoringimportance 2.9/5
    Used in: Monitoring and Controlling Resources
  • Active Listeningimportance 2.9/5
    Used in: Getting Information
  • Reading Comprehensionimportance 2.9/5
    Used in: Getting Information

Where you could move

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Getting into this job

High school diploma is most common (92% of workers)

  • High school or less 92%
  • Certificate or some college 8%
  • Associate's 1%
  • On-the-job training: 1–3 months
  • Related experience: 6–12 months

What workers in this job report, from O*NET surveys (typical values).

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