Biomedical Equipment Technician I

University of Vermont; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 34,440 - 46,838; Full time

Job summary

University of Vermont is seeking a Biomedical Equipment Technician I to repair, calibrate, install and perform preventive maintenance on a range of complex medical instruments. The role supports clinical technology management at Adirondack Medical Center in Saranac Lake, NY, with emphasis on service quality and reliability.

Minimum qualifications include an associate degree in Biomedical Technology or related field and 1–2 years of experience, plus strong communication, customer service and

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Biomedical Technology, Electronics or related field with 1–2 years related experience required.
• Effective communication, customer service and computer skills required.
• Valid driver’s license or ability to obtain one and driver’s check required.
• Lifting up to 70 lbs. occasionally required.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Computer skills

Education

Associate degree in Biomedical Technology or Electronics

Job description

Position Details

Advertising/Posting Title Biomedical Equipment Technician I Posting Summary

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 Adirondack Medical Center in Saranac Lake, NY.

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 highly desirable.

Anticipated Pay Range

$25/hour-$34/hour

Other Information

• 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 Non-Exempt Union Position Yes
• UVMSU

Posting Details

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

Job Location

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Job Open Date 08/17/2026, Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.), Open Until Filled Yes

Our Common Ground Statement

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 Research Engineering OC2 N Posting Number S6233PO Department Instrumentation & Tech Service/30650 Position Number 014024 Percent of Full-Time 1 Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE 37.5 Term (months per year) 12

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Documents Needed to Apply

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• Resume
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