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Automatic Machine Specialist – Automatic Machine Services Ausbildung in Germany

German name: Automatenfachmann/-frau - Automatendienstleistung

The vocational training as an Automatic Machine Specialist (specializing in Automatic Machine Services) is a 3-year recognized apprenticeship in industry and trade. You will learn to set up, maintain, refill, and repair automatic machines to ensure smooth operation.

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What you do

  • Set up and commission automatic machines (e.g., vending, gaming, or ATM machines)
  • Regularly maintain, clean, and refill machines with products
  • Analyze malfunctions and carry out repairs on mechanical and electronic components
  • Check cash balances and perform accounting tasks
  • Advise and support customers with technical issues
  • Manage spare parts and place orders
  • Observe safety and hygiene regulations

Requirements

  • At least a secondary school leaving certificate (Hauptschulabschluss) or intermediate secondary school certificate (Mittlere Reife)
  • Technical understanding and manual dexterity
  • Customer orientation and communication skills
  • Reliability and sense of responsibility
  • Class B driving license (often required for field service)
  • Basic knowledge of mathematics and physics
  • Willingness to work flexible hours

Career prospects

  1. 1Further training as a service technician or industrial master (Industriemeister)
  2. 2Specialization in specific types of automatic machines (e.g., coffee, snack, gaming machines)
  3. 3Advancement to team leader or department manager in automatic machine services
  4. 4Entry into sales or consulting for automatic machine manufacturers
  5. 5Self-employment with your own automatic machine service

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Frequently asked questions

Answers from our data on salary, length, German level and open positions.

How much do you earn in a Automatic Machine Specialist – Automatic Machine Services Ausbildung in Germany?

Usually 850 to 1,150 € a month. Pay rises with each year of training; the company sets the exact amount.

What German level do I need for a Automatic Machine Specialist – Automatic Machine Services Ausbildung?

Usually B2 German is enough. It is a guideline: some companies ask for more, some accept less.

What are the requirements for a Automatic Machine Specialist – Automatic Machine Services Ausbildung?

At least a secondary school leaving certificate (Hauptschulabschluss) or intermediate secondary school certificate (Mittlere Reife); Technical understanding and manual dexterity; Customer orientation and communication skills; Reliability and sense of responsibility.

Where can I find open Automatic Machine Specialist – Automatic Machine Services Ausbildung positions?

There are no open positions right now. New positions come in several times a day.

How to apply as a Automatic Machine Specialist – Automatic Machine Services

Create your German CV, no account needed. Then apply to one of the open positions.

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Career information is based on BERUFENET by the Federal Employment Agency.