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Voting Machine Technician Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Early Voting Field Technician

Orlando, FL

$18.50 - $25.25/hr

Kelly Services is currently hiring for Early Voting Technicians for this upcoming 2026 Election ... Must possess working knowledge of office machines, equipment, and tools including, but not limited ...

Poll Worker

Arbutus, MD · On-site

$15 - $18/hr

Will have duties which include voter registration qualification, activating voting machines, giving ... Training is required for All Poll Workers & Polling Location Technicians. Poll Managers must be ...

$42K/yr

Tests voting machines to ensure proper functioning; delivers, sets up, and removes voting equipment ... technicians, service people, plumbers, painters, mechanics, etc. The conditions the worker will be ...

Groundskeeper I/II/III

Williamsburg, VA · On-site

$37K - $66K/yr

... in Category 60 Registered Technician in pesticide application within 6 months of hire ... Moves office furniture, boxes, etc., as requested, including voting machines; assists with set up ...

PrintSolution Machine Operator

Bentonville, AR · On-site

$19.40 - $22.90/hr

... Network Lab Technicians in the Systems Testing and Reclamation facility. Benefits & perks At ... jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company ...

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How much do voting machine technician jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for voting machine technician in the United States is $24.58, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $29.09 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a voting machine technician?

A Voting Machine Technician is responsible for the setup, maintenance, testing, and troubleshooting of electronic voting machines used in elections. They ensure the machines function properly, remain secure, and comply with election regulations. Duties may include transporting equipment, conducting diagnostic tests, assisting election officials, and providing technical support on election days. This role requires attention to detail, technical skills, and the ability to work under strict deadlines.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a voting machine technician?

To thrive as a Voting Machine Technician, you need a solid understanding of electrical systems, computer hardware, and troubleshooting, often backed by relevant technical training or certification. Familiarity with voting machine brands, diagnostic tools, and industry-standard software is important, with some employers requiring certification on specific election equipment. Strong attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and effective communication are standout soft skills in this position. These competencies are essential to ensure voting machines function reliably and securely during critical election periods.

What are the main responsibilities of a voting machine technician during election season?

During election season, Voting Machine Technicians are responsible for setting up, testing, and maintaining voting machines at polling locations to ensure smooth and secure operation. They may also provide on-site troubleshooting and support, resolve technical issues, and assist poll workers with machine operation. Technicians typically travel to multiple locations, work variable hours, and must remain calm under time pressure, especially as Election Day approaches. Collaboration with election officials and clear documentation of maintenance activities are also key aspects of this role.

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Infographic showing various Voting Machine Technician job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $51,127 per year, or $24.6 per hour.

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SUMMARY The Voting Machine Technician programs and maintains the voting equipment and organizes the Voter Services Warehouse. Tasks include maintain, trouble shooting and repairing the voting equipment and organizing all the supplies needed for an Election. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Maintenance of voting machines.

Troubleshooting and repairing machines/knowledge of diagnostics. Programming voting machines in preparation for each election. Handle service calls on Election Day.

Assist in preparing, organizing and packing up Judge of Election; supplies for box pickup day. Organize documents and supplies for tabulation. Organize election supplies.

Participate in poll worker classes and voting machine demonstrations. Assist with posting notices for redistricting and polling location changes. Assist with charging voting equipment.

Comply with warehouse security measures. Work as a team to ensure all tasks are completed timely. All others tasks as assigned.

Contribute to a positive work environment. Must be willing and able to work overtime. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Computer literate and basic clerical skills.

Good inter-personal, oral and written communication skills. Ability to convey instructions to others in a clear and concise manner. Well-organized, detail-oriented and able to multitask.

Ability to tolerate warehouse conditions. Ability to lift heavy tubs; pushing and pulling of voting machines. High School Diploma or equivalency.

Electronic background desirable. PHYSICAL DEMANDS 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; and talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands or arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and depth perception. WORK ENVIRONMENT: 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 function.

The noise level in the work environment is usually low and occasionally moderate. The Warehouse is climate controlled and well lit.