Arcade Game Technician

The Arcade Technician must be able to install, maintain and repair both mechanical and circuitry issues in arcade game machines. This involves transporting machines and assembling them by using meters, electrical parts, hand tools and soldering irons. The Arcade Technician installs and sets up new games and equipment.

**Arcade Game Technician Responsibilities**:

- Arcade technicians have a wide range of responsibilities, which can include:_
- Operating and troubleshooting arcade games, pinball machines, or other coin operated machines
- Performing regular maintenance on machines to ensure they continue to operate properly
- Providing technical support to customers who are having issues with their game or machine, including troubleshooting any problems they may be having
- Installing new games or machines in locations such as restaurants, bars, laundromats, convenience stores, and arcades
- Repairing damaged equipment by replacing parts such as monitors, joysticks, circuit boards, speakers, etc.
- Maintaining inventory of game parts and supplies, such as tokens and balls for arcade games
- Creating detailed records of all maintenance activities performed on equipment
- Performing repairs on game software bugs or glitches when needed
- Repairing damaged machines by replacing broken parts such as lights, wiring, monitors, speakers, joysticks, boards, etc.

**Arcade Game Technician Requirements**:
The following are some of the requirements to become an arcade technician:
**On-the-job training** is often part of the first few weeks of employment. New arcade technicians will learn about the specific games and systems the arcade has and how to maintain them. They will also learn about the organization’s safety procedures and any other necessary information.

**Arcade technicians need the following skills in order to be successful**:
**Technical skills**: As a technician, you may be responsible for maintaining and repairing arcade machines. Having technical skills can help you identify and repair issues with the machines. You can also use your technical skills to troubleshoot problems with the machines and their software.

**Customer service**: Customer service skills can help you interact with customers and clients in a friendly and professional manner. As a technician, you may be the first person a customer speaks with when they have a question about their machine. Providing excellent customer service can help you build trust with your customers and encourage them to return to your arcade.

**Problem-solving**: When working on a computer, a technician might encounter a problem that requires them to solve it. For example, if a computer isn’t working properly, a technician might need to find the source of the problem and fix it. This can help them continue working on the computer and complete their task.

**Attention to detail**:When working on a computer, arcade or other gaming system, it’s important to have excellent attention to detail. This skill allows you to notice small changes in the system and make adjustments accordingly. It also helps you to troubleshoot problems and identify the source of the issue.

Pay: QAR1,500.00 - QAR1,750.00 per month