Biomedical Equipment Technician I

Uvmjobs; Bar Harbor (ME); Hybrid; USD 3,306,000 - 4,408,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Vermont seeks a Biomedical Equipment Technician I to repair, calibrate, install and perform preventive maintenance on a variety of complex medical instruments across Mount Desert Island Hospital (Bar Harbor, ME), Penobscot Valley Hospital (Lincoln, ME) and Millinocket Regional Hospital (Millinocket, ME).

Associate degree in Biomedical Technology, Electronics or related field with 1–2 years of related experience; valid driver\'s license required; lifting up to 70 lbs; non-telework

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Biomedical Technology, Electronics or related field with one to two years related experience required.
• Effective communication, customer service and computer skills required.
• Valid driver's license or ability to obtain and driver’s check required.
• Lifting up to 70lbs. occasionally required.
• Specific physical requirements may apply based on job functions.

Responsibilities

• Biomedical Equipment Technician I will repair, calibrate, install and perform preventive maintenance on a variety of complex medical instruments.
• Perform duties including repair service, performance inspection and customer support in the management of clinical technology at Mount Desert Island Hospital in Bar Harbor, ME, Penobscot Valley Hospital in Lincoln, ME, and Millinocket Regional Hospital in Millinocket, ME.

Skills

Effective communication

Customer service

Computer skills

Driver's license

Education

Associate degree in Biomedical Technology, Electronics or related field

Job description

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Biomedical Equipment Technician I will repair, calibrate, install and perform preventive maintenance on a variety of complex medical instruments. Perform duties including repair service, performance inspection and customer support in the management of clinical technology at Mount Desert Island Hospital in Bar Harbor, ME, Penobscot Valley Hospital in Lincoln, ME, and Millinocket Regional Hospital in Millinocket, ME.

Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

Associate degree in Biomedical Technology, Electronics or related field with one to two years related experience required. Effective communication, customer service and computer skills required. Valid driver’s license or ability to obtain and driver’s check required. Lifting up to 70lbs. occasionally required. Specific physical requirements may apply based on job functions.

Desirable Qualifications

Certification as a Biomedical Equipment Technician desirable

Anticipated Pay Range

Anticipated Pay Range $24.00 - $32.00/hr

Other Information

External candidates must complete a 6 month probationary period.

Special Conditions Non-standard work hours required, A probationary period may be required, Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), Travel to and from worksites required, This position is ineligible for telework due to the essential functions, Background Check required for this position, A post-offer pre-employment (POPE test) physical examination is required

FLSA

FLSA Non-Exempt

Union Position

Union Position Yes, UVMSU

Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.

Job Location

Job Location Location listed in Advertising Copy or Other Information

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 10/14/2026

Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)

Open Until Filled Yes

The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM’s mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.

Position Information

Position Title

Position Title Research Engineering OC2 N

Posting Number

Posting Number S6356PO

Department

Position Number

Position Number 005882

Percent of Full-Time

Percent of Full-Time 1.0

Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE

Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE 37.5

Term (months per year)

Term (months per year) 12