Cidercade Fort Worth has an opening: Arcade Game Technician
Who We Are:
Cidercade is a chain in Texas, with locations in Dallas, Arlington, Fort Worth, Austin, and Houston. All locations are packed with a mix of retro and modern arcade games that are free to play after paying a flat admission, but each location is completely unique. Some locations also include restaurants and additional activities and experiences. Cidercade is family-friendly during the day, but 18 and up starting at 9pm.
Position Summary:
The Arcade Game Technician is responsible for cleaning, troubleshooting, repairing, and restoring arcade games, pinball machines, and amusement equipment.
The Fort Worth Cidercade will be hiring one part-time position at 15-25 hours per week. Part-time is eligible for PTO, a shift meal, discounts and perks, and a shoe stipend at 90 days of employment.
Duties include:
- Performing technical assessments and troubleshooting problems of arcade games, pinball machines, and amusement equipment
- Conducting electrical and mechanical work to repair and restore games and cabinets to an acceptable condition
- Troubleshooting and repairing PCBs (printed circuit boards), motherboards, power supplies, buttons, joysticks, etc.
- Assessing, repairing, and installing CRT monitors
- Sourcing repair parts and components as needed
- Maintaining an organized inventory of spare parts
- Keeping an organized and clean workspace and facility
- Collaborating with team members to resolve complex technical problems
- Utilizing hand tools, specialized equipment, meters, and soldering irons to perform repairs
- Moving and replacing broken machines to ensure customer experience is industry-leading
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
- Expert knowledge and skillset on the repair and maintenance of arcade games, pinball machines, and amusement equipment
- Skilled in electro-mechanical applications
- Experience with PCB repair
- Experience with CRT repair
- Strong problem solving and multi-tasking skills
- Ability to perform work on ladders
- Ability to handle equipment up to 250 lbs.
- Knowledgeable on OSHA regulations and safety practices
- Ability to wear and work in personal protective equipment
- Can effectively communicate with Management, Team Members, and Guests
Experience level:
- 3 years minimum experience repairing vintage / classic arcade games, pinball machines, and modern amusement equipment
Qualifications
- Service technician experience
- Field service
- Cabling
- Electrical systems
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Non-CDL Class C
- Electrician Apprentice
- Electrical License
- Forklift Certification
- OSHA 10
- Pallet Jack Certification
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Tools provided
Schedule:
- Weekends as needed
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- PCB: 1 year (Preferred)
- CRT: 1 year (Preferred)
- game repair: 3 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
- Pallet Jack Certification (Preferred)
Location:
- Fort Worth, TX 76110 (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Fort Worth, TX 76110 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Fort Worth, TX 76110: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
