First marijuana vending machine for consumers unveiled in Colorado

[kpete]

Colorado, the first state to tax legalized recreational marijuana sales, expects to bring in an estimated $98 million in revenue this year, exceeding the state’s original expectations by 40 percent. [...]

The funds are slated for treatment, school construction and deterring young people from using the drug. School districts will likely get $40 million, or nearly 30 percent, of the projected $134 million in total marijuana tax revenues. New revenues will only make up 1.4 percent of the state’s available general fund.http://www.theverge.com/2014/4/12/5608596/first-marijuana-vending-machine-for-consumers-unveiled-in-colorado

[Skink]

1. Hope the thing isn't on wheels

[Takket]

2. if the store owner is smart...

He will put a 2nd machine full of cheetos right next to it.

[dixiegrrrrl]

3. I showed this to Mr. dixie, who is from california.

Many years in Humboldt County, actually.

He is just sitting in the corner, sobbing, now.

[Ohio Joe]

4. While an interesting idea... I'll be passing on it

I purchase weed very much like I purchase alcohol... Even 'bigger' though. I'll buy at least a half ounce at a time (it's way cheaper then buying anything smaller), which will last me way longer then a six pack or bottle of booze. When I do purchase, I like to be able to examine and smell the product before hand because unlike alcohol, even something with the same name can be very different and I'm kind of particular about what I purchase.

[UTUSN]

5. Job description for"Vending Machine Supplier" -what, no urine test?!1 OOoo, "an immediate inventory"

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http://www.oshr.nc.gov/Guide/CompWebSite/Class Specs/00373.pdf

[font size=5]VENDING MACHINE SUPPLIER[/font]

NC 00373 OSP 8/80

Work in this class involves operating a service vehicle for stocking and servicing of vending machines on an assigned route on an institution campus. Employee is responsible for maintaining an immediate inventory of items within a variety of individual storage areas across a given campus. Employee may be responsible for the collection and delivery of monies from the assigned vending machines to the designated location for deposit. Work is performed under general supervision requiring independent initiative during the working of the assigned route.

I. DIFFICULTY OF WORK:
Complexity of Work – Employees performs a variety of tasks in stocking the machines, providing regular cleaning and maintenance of machine, stocking, and storage of supplies. May collect and deliver monies from the machine.
Intricacy of Work - Employee is responsible for operating a vehicle and for stocking the various vending machines with a wide variety of products (i.e., drinks, pastries, sandwiches, and chips). Work also involves maintaining machines, adjusting and repairing electrical and mechanical malfunctions, and using hand tools in small confined areas.
Controls Over Work - Work is performed under general supervision with independence while working the assigned route.
Judgmental Demands - Employee functions within the standard operational guidelines as established by management. However, employee decides the time required and degree of repairs needed along with established route. Employee must determine the required amount and movement of products over the route. Employee is responsible for resolving complaints and reimbursements, along the assigned route.

II. RESPONSIBILITY:
Care and Attention - Employee assigned to a given route is responsible for safe operation of a vehicle and the upkeep and general maintenance of the various machines.
Potential - Proper care and maintenance is pertinent to the prevention of product loss, spoilage, or damage to equipment.

III. PHYSICAL EFFORT:
Intensity of Effort - Employee exerts the larger percentage of effort and energy in the movement of supplies and materials which require a recurring series of bending, stooping, and lifting exertions and in vehicle operation.
Frequency and Duration - Employee provides service to the vending machine daily with each machine absorbing 15-20 minutes depending on what is needed at a given machine. Frequent, recurring daily operation of service vehicles is required.

IV. WORK SURROUNDINGS AND HAZARDS:
Worker Surroundings - Employee normally functions on the campus, driving or walking, going from building to building in all weather conditions. Employee is exposed to the external weather conditions; however, exposure is sporadic and temporary.
Hazardous Conditions - Employee is exposed to hazards of operating a service vehicle, exposure to
electrical and mechanical equipment, and from physical strain of lifting and loading light to moderate
weight supplies.

V. RECRUITMENT STANDARDS:
Knowledges, Skills, and Abilities - Considerable knowledge of electrical and mechanical aspects of
vending machine repairs and maintenance. General knowledge of shelf life and popularity of various
vending commodities. Ability to deal effectively with agency personnel, students, and others. Ability to
make simple mathematical calculations and maintain accurate records of merchandise received and
merchandise sold.
Minimum Education and Experience - Graduation from high school; or completion of the ninth grade
and two years of related experience in sales and vending machine servicing; or an equivalent
combination of education and experience.

SPECIAL NOTE: This is a generalized representation of positions in this class and is not intended to
identify essential functions per ADA. Examples of work are primarily essential functions of the majority
of positions, but may not be applicable to all positions.

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