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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.
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
- 1Further training as a service technician or industrial master (Industriemeister)
- 2Specialization in specific types of automatic machines (e.g., coffee, snack, gaming machines)
- 3Advancement to team leader or department manager in automatic machine services
- 4Entry into sales or consulting for automatic machine manufacturers
- 5Self-employment with your own automatic machine service
Open positions
There are no open positions in this career right now. New positions come in several times a day.
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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.
Career information is based on BERUFENET by the Federal Employment Agency.