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Collector Technician - Chicagoland

Prairie State Gaming
Aurora, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 3/27/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/26/2026

Introduction

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Overview

We’re always looking for talent that believes in having fun. At PENN Entertainment, you’ll get to be a part of an exciting industry, where the days and nights are fast paced. You’ll work with an incredibly diverse set of coworkers driven by their enthusiasm for helping people find and have more fun. You’ll also get to work at a company that cares about your career growth and will help you get the support you need to expand your possibilities.

Initial placement within the salary range is based on an individual's relevant knowledge, skills, and experience. Base salary is just one component of our competitive Total Rewards package, which includes wellness programs designed to support our team members' financial, physical, and mental well-being. Specific benefits—such as day-one medical coverage, 401(k) matching, and annual performance bonus—may vary by position. Paid time off is earned according to the local policy and increases with the length of employment.

Click HERE to discover how we empower team members to grow, thrive, and advance in their careers.

Responsibilities

Prairie State Gaming is one of the largest, most respected video gaming terminal operators in Illinois. Our operations include more than 2,000 gaming terminals across a network of more than 400 bar and retail gaming establishments in the state. Prairie State Gaming is the only Illinois video gaming terminal operator with the financial strength to quickly roll out your games, to back them with the best-in-class support, and the experience to operate in a highly regulated environment.


  • Current Illinois Terminal Handler or Technician license or must be able to become licensed by the Illinois Gaming Board within 90 days of start date
  • Collect money from slot machines and fill machines
  • Repair slot machines

Requirements

  • Must be 21 years of age
  • High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
  • Must have basic computer skills
  • Must have strong communication skills
  • Must have ability to work efficiently in a team-oriented environment
  • Must submit to an independent background check including but not limited to criminal, driving and financial history
  • Experience with money handling and accountability documentation
  • Strong technical repair experience (coin-op amusement and video gaming terminal repair experience a huge plus)
  • Computer, smart phone, Excel/Word, and internet skills are required
  • Strong basic math skills are needed
  • Must be organized and capable of filling out necessary paperwork clearly, completely, and able to meet deadlines
  • Ability lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and must have the ability to push, pull, reach, bend, twist, stoop, stack, crouch, kneel and balance when performing job duties in varying work areas such as confined spaces

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