Contract Route Technician
About this role
Description
Contract Route Technician (1099)
Location: Field-Based / Route-Based (Local Travel Required)
About Family Entertainment Group
Family Entertainment Group (FEG) is a recognized leader in designing, developing, and operating world-class family entertainment centers and arcade experiences. We partner with leading brands, including Topgolf, Punch Bowl Social, resorts, hotels, casinos, and entertainment venues across the country to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
Position Summary
Family Entertainment Group is seeking a reliable Independent Contract Route Technician to service 1–2 assigned partner locations. This contract role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on technical work and flexible scheduling while taking ownership of maintaining arcade equipment. The technician will visit each assigned location 2–3 times per week to inspect, clean, repair, and maintain games and related equipment, ensuring every location remains operational and guest-ready. As an independent contractor, you will provide your own transportation, tools, and scheduling flexibility while representing Family Entertainment Group professionally at partner locations.
Responsibilities
- Visit assigned locations 2–3 times per week on an established service schedule.
- Inspect, clean, test, and perform preventive maintenance on arcade games, cranes, kiosks, card readers, and redemption equipment.
- Troubleshoot and repair common mechanical, electrical, and electronic issues.
- Restock prizes, game cards, and operating supplies as needed.
- Perform crane merchandising, including organizing, filling, and maintaining prize displays to ensure an appealing guest experience.
- Maintain overall cleanliness of games, equipment, and the game area, ensuring all areas remain neat, presentable, and guest-ready.
- Complete service reports, repair documentation, and inventory updates after each visit.
- Communicate professionally with partner management regarding completed work and equipment needs.
- Report equipment requiring major repairs or replacement.
- Maintain a safe, organized work environment while servicing equipment.
Requirements
Qualifications
- Previous experience repairing arcade equipment, vending equipment, amusement devices, gaming equipment, electronics, or similar mechanical/electrical systems preferred.
- Strong troubleshooting and mechanical aptitude.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical work.
Contract Details
- 1099 Independent Contractor
- Service 1–2 assigned locations
- Visit each location 2–3 times per week
- Flexible scheduling within agreed-upon service windows
- Local travel required
- Compensation based on an agreed-upon contract rate
What Success Looks Like
- Equipment remains operational, clean, and guest-ready.
- Service visits are completed consistently and on schedule.
- Partner locations receive responsive, professional service.
- Maintenance records and service documentation are completed accurately and on time.
Company at a glance
Family Entertainment Group (FEG) is a premier provider of arcade and family entertainment solutions, specializing in game room operations, arcade management, attraction design, and development. Since 2004, we’ve owned, operated, and managed high-performing game rooms and attractions across the U.S., partnering with resorts, hotels, casinos, waterparks, family entertainment centers (FECs), amusement parks, movie theaters, restaurants, retail destinations, and more.
We combine hands-on operating experience with integrated management systems, data-driven decision making, and best-in-class equipment to maximize revenue, optimize game mix, and keep guest experiences fresh. Our teams handle everything from concept and layout to daily arcade operations, guest service, prize merchandising, and reporting—so our partners can stay focused on their core business.
As a recognized leader in the amusement and entertainment industry, top manufacturers and distributors rely on FEG as a test bed for new games and technology, giving our partners early access to exclusive equipment and unique first-to-market attractions.
FEG is also the creator of the Human Crane Experience—a giant live-action crane game where guests step inside the machine and become the claw—showcasing our commitment to immersive, one-of-a-kind attractions that drive guest engagement and repeat visits.
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