SLOT TECHNICIAN jobs in Buffalo, NY

Slot Technician (req5195)

Position Description

The main responsibility of the Slot Technician is to maintain and repair all electronic slot equipment in a timely and efficient manner. Additional duties include the maintenance and repair of select equipment for the Finance and Table Games operations. Slot Technicians are also responsible for all installs, moves, removes, and modifications of all related stands, signage and machines. Slot Technicians need to coordinate with the Slot Operations staff to ensure maximum operating efficiency and they are to promote the company’s goals and values. This position requires performing the job duties throughout the SGC properties as needed.  Traveling between or reporting to the other properties is a requirement for this position.  All duties are to be performed within the guidelines of the Seneca Gaming Corporation’s policies and procedures, Internal Control Standards and objectives, and the Departments policies and procedures.

Each position has varying minimum qualifications.  In the absence of fully qualified candidates, some requirements may be waived.

Position Requirements

Education/Experience:

1.       Must be 18 years of age or older upon employment.

2.       High School Diploma or equivalent GED required.

3.       Must be knowledgeable in Electronic theory and have a minimum of one (1) year experience as a Slot Technician in a licensed jurisdiction or have a minimum of two years’ experience in Electronics or closely related field.

4.       Candidate must complete the internal testing and evaluation process of the approved SGC Slot Technical training program.

5.       Exhibits superior communication skills and training skills with the ability to learn on their own.

6.       Working knowledge of computer software applications and practical usage.

7.       Ability to perform basic mathematical functions with regard to monetary units and compute slot machines percentages.

Language Skills and Reasoning Ability:

1.       Must possess excellent communication skills.

2.       Ability to write routine correspondence and to speak effectively to the public, employees and customers.

3.       Must have the ability to deal effectively and interact well with the customers and employees.

4.       Must have the ability to resolve problems/conflicts in a diplomatic and tactful manner.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately loud. When on the casino floor, the noise levels increase to loud.  Must be able to work in an environment where smoking is permitted. 

1.       Must be able to stand, walk, and move through all areas of the casino.

2.       Must be able to reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; use hands to touch, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls. 

3.       Must be capable of using various electronic test equipment and power tools.

4.       Must frequently lift and/or move a minimum of fifty (50) pounds. 

5.       Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

6.       Maintain physical stamina and proper mental attitude to work under pressure in a fast-paced, casino environment and effectively deal with customers, management, employees, and members of the business community in all situations.

Other:

1.       Must be able to be approved for and maintain a valid Gaming license.

2.       Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English. Must be able to respond to visual and aural cues.

3.       Be able to work all shifts including weekends, holidays and overtime as required.

4.       Employment is contingent upon a favorable outcome of a background investigation and drug screening.

5.       Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified members of the Seneca Nation of Indians or qualified Native American candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (25 USC 472).  The Seneca Nation of Indians and the Seneca Gaming Corporation are also committed to achieving full equal opportunity without discrimination based on race, religion, color, gender, national origin, politics, marital status, physical disability, age or sexual orientation.