How to hire a vending technician

How to hire a vending technician, step by step

Here's a step-by-step vending technician hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a vending technician job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new vending technician
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   First, determine the employments status of the vending technician you need to hire. Certain vending technician roles might require a full-time employee, whereas others can be done by part-time workers or contractors.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

   Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

   Yes

   No

   A vending technician's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, vending technicians from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   The following list breaks down different types of vending technicians and their corresponding salaries.

   Type of Vending Technician	Description	Hourly rate
   Vending Technician		$15-31
   Administrative Technician	Administrative technicians are employees who manage a variety of administrative tasks. They are in charge of sorting out mail, taking phone calls, and managing meeting room reservations... Show more	$12-31
   Slot Technician	A slot technician specializes in managing slot machines in gaming establishments, providing technical support as needed. Typically, their responsibilities include installing and upgrading machines, performing adjustments, inspecting systems, devising test structures, diagnosing issues, and repairing systems... Show more	$12-23

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Customer Satisfaction
   • Risk Assessments
   • Vendor Relationships
   • Upkeep Procedures
   • Product Inventory
   • SLA
   • Service Calls
   • Delivery Truck
   • RFP
   • Troubleshoot
   • Windows
   • Infrastructure
   • Connectivity Issues
   • Parts Inventory

   Check all skills

   Responsibilities:

   • Manage paperwork associate with HVAC procedures.
   • Remove and label the hard drives form old PCs.
   • Install, troubleshoot, repair vending equipment.
   • Pack and ship image PCs to off-site locations.
   • Escalate calls where RSSC have not receive closing notes to vendors and report any out of SLA calls to management.
   • Assist with infrastructure upgrades as needed by management

   More vending technician duties

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in the vending technician job description is a good way to get more applicants. A vending technician salary can be affected by several factors, such as the location of the job, the level of experience, education, certifications, and the employer's prestige.

   For example, the average salary for a vending technician in Alabama may be lower than in Alaska, and an entry-level engineer typically earns less than a senior-level vending technician. Additionally, a vending technician with lots of experience in the field may command a higher salary as a result.

   Average vending technician salary

   $47,002yearly

   $22.60 hourly rate

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   Entry-level vending technician salary

   $33,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 16, 2025

   Average vending technician salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	Michigan	$55,821	$27
   2	Ohio	$54,397	$26
   3	New York	$53,194	$26
   4	California	$52,970	$25
   5	Connecticut	$52,126	$25
   6	Massachusetts	$48,847	$23
   7	Texas	$48,771	$23
   8	Pennsylvania	$48,712	$23
   9	Indiana	$47,616	$23
   10	Colorado	$47,586	$23
   11	Illinois	$47,555	$23
   12	Virginia	$45,954	$22
   13	Missouri	$45,175	$22
   14	Kansas	$43,966	$21
   15	Minnesota	$42,531	$20
   16	Tennessee	$42,473	$20
   17	Oklahoma	$40,035	$19
   18	Florida	$39,530	$19
   19	Nebraska	$37,873	$18

   Average vending technician salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Meta	$123,819	$59.53
   2	Edward Jones	$78,652	$37.81
   3	The Travelers Companies	$55,557	$26.71
   4	PepsiCo	$52,410	$25.20
   5	National Basketball Association	$48,307	$23.22
   6	Keurig Dr Pepper	$47,806	$22.98	11
   7	American Airlines	$47,525	$22.85
   8	Sodexo Management, Inc.	$45,417	$21.84	17
   9	Dakota Holding Corporation	$44,534	$21.41
   10	The Independent Traveler	$44,520	$21.40
   11	Green Mountain Coffee Roasters	$43,617	$20.97
   12	Oak Street Health	$43,021	$20.68
   13	PUMA	$39,956	$19.21
   14	Hearst	$37,921	$18.23
   15	Compass Group USA	$35,956	$17.29	126
   16	Aramark	$33,419	$16.07	8

4. Writing a vending technician job description

   A good vending technician job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a vending technician job description:

   Vending technician job description example

   Vending Technician- Indianapolis, Indiana
   
   The Vending Technician is responsible for the installation, set up, repair and ongoing maintenance of vending, cooling and or/fountain equipment while assuring the highest level of customer satisfaction and beverage quality.
   
   Shift and Schedule
   
   + Full-time, 1st shift
   
   + Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, no weekends!
   
   + 6:30am to 5:00pm
   
   + Flexibility to work, overtime, and weekends as needed
   
   Compensation and Benefits
   
   + Pay beginning at $18.00 per hour
   
   + Full benefits package - medical, dental, vision
   
   + 401K with company match
   
   + Paid weekly
   
   Position Responsibilities
   
   + Observe mechanical devices in operation and assess to locate causes of trouble.
   
   + Dismantle devices to gain access to and remove defective parts.
   
   + Examine form and texture of parts to detect imperfections then repair or replace.
   
   + Inspect used parts to determine changes in dimensional requirements.
   
   + Adjust functional parts of devices and control instruments.
   
   + Install special functional and structural parts in devices.
   
   + Lubricate and clean parts.
   
   + Start up and operate devices to test their performance.
   
   + Refurbish new and used equipment in service shop.
   
   + Assure safe operation of assigned vehicle by completing vehicle safety check daily.
   
   + Complete repair order the same day a problem is detected to avoid unnecessary repair cost.
   
   + Comply with state and federal regulations.
   
   + Maintain cab and cargo area of truck in a neat and clean manner at all times.
   
   + Secure and maintain specialized company tools and equipment.
   
   + Perform other similar or related duties as requested or assigned.
   
   + Educate customers on basic equipment repair and upkeep procedures.
   
   Requirements
   
   + High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred
   
   + Valid drivers license
   
   + Lift, push and pull a minimum of 40 lbs repeatedly
   
   Company Overview
   
   Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) is a leading coffee and beverage company in North America with dual headquarters in Burlington, MA and Plano, TX, with annual revenue in excess of $11 billion. KDP holds leadership positions in soft drinks, specialty coffee and tea, water, juice and juice drinks and mixers, and markets the #1 single serve coffee brewing system in the U.S. The Company maintains an unrivaled distribution system that enables its portfolio of more than 125 owned, licensed and partner brands to be available nearly everywhere people shop and consume beverages. With a wide range of hot and cold beverages that meet virtually any consumer need, KDP key brands include Keurig , Dr Pepper , Green Mountain Coffee Roasters , Canada Dry , Snapple , Bai , Mott's and The Original Donut Shop . The Company employs more than 25,000 employees and operates more than 120 offices, manufacturing plants, warehouses and distribution centers across North America.
   
   Benefits built for you: Our people are the heart of our business, which is why we offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work.
   
   Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and affirmatively seeks diversity in its workforce. Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled

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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find vending technicians for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your vending technician job on Zippia to find and recruit vending technician candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit vending technicians, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   Remember to include a few questions that allow candidates to expand on their strengths in their own words. Asking about their unique skills might reveal things you'd miss otherwise. At this point, good candidates can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new vending technician

   Once you have selected a candidate for the vending technician position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new vending technician. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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