What is a vending mechanic and how to become one

Key steps to become a vending mechanic

1. Explore vending mechanic education requirements

   Most common vending mechanic degrees

   High School Diploma

   44.4 %

   Diploma

   22.2 %

   Associate

   22.2 %

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2. Start to develop specific vending mechanic skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Hand Tools	49.45%
   General Repairs	18.45%
   Equipment Repair	17.96%
   Machine Repair	14.14%

3. Complete relevant vending mechanic training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 1-3 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New vending mechanics learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a vending mechanic based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real vending mechanic resumes.

4. Research vending mechanic duties and responsibilities

   • Document repairs, modifications and inspections in accordance with FAA requirements on both paper and in an automate maintenance information database.
   • Assist with infrastructure upgrades as needed by management

5. Apply for vending mechanic jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a vending mechanic job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams