Vending Technician

Shaffer Distributing Company, a 4th generation family-owned business and leading Midwest distributor of vending machines, parts and services is currently looking for an experienced vending field service vending technician to repair most major brands of vending snack, coffee, food and beverage machines at customer locations throughout the state of Ohio.

Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Troubleshoot and repair all major brands of vending equipment.
• Install new and reconditioned equipment at customer's location.
• Train customers (some visually impaired) on proper use of equipment, settings and routine maintenance.
• Communicate issues to management and factory representatives.
• Interact with customers in a professional and courteous manner.
• Complete all necessary paperwork in a timely manner.
• Maintain appropriate parts inventory and keep service vehicle clean and organized.

Requirements:

The position requires extensive day travel to locations throughout the state.

• At least five (5) years experience repairing vending machines and/or commercial food service equipment.
• Must be at least 21 years old (some of our customers have age restricted entry).
• Knowledge of MS Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Courteous and Professional.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Able to pass a background investigation including criminal, driving and credit histories.

Physical Requirements

• Able to lift up to 50-75 pounds.
• Able to use hand tools and work handcart, dolly, pallet jack, etc.
• Able to climb and work from a ladder occasionally (as needed) - up to 12ft ladder.
• Able to crawl in an ceiling/attic or other small spaces.

Why Shaffer

Shaffer is a family-owned business that cares about its people and treats them like family. We are not a traditional private corporation. We embrace a fun culture that supports work-life balance. At Shaffer, we CARE. Our core values of Care, Attitude, Responsibility, and Excellence guide our company culture and are vital to our success. We hire, review, reward, and recognize our teammates based on these characteristics, so it's important that you share these values in order to be part of our team. Our employees are challenged with varied work experiences, whether in the office or out serving our customers and partners in the field.

• Average tenure is 8+ years.
• Founded in 1929, Shaffer is a stable company and still growing.
• The brand and company are known and respected.
• New challenges everyday.
• We provide opportunities for personal and professional growth.
• Management encourages streamlined communication.
• We care about our employees and use their feedback for continuous improvement.
• We promote company alignment.
• We promote a culture of accountability.

Benefits

• Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, and Vision plans to prioritize your well-being.
• Financial Security: Life insurance and 401(k) with 4% company match to secure your future as well as tools and access to advisors to secure your financial future.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Paid volunteer time.
• Company paid STD/LTD insurance.
• Company Car and iPhone.

Shaffer is an equal opportunity employer and will give consideration to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.