Biomedical Equipment Technician I

The University of Vermont; Town of Harrietstown (NY); On-site; USD 34,440 - 46,838; Full time

Job summary

The University of Vermont is seeking a Biomedical Equipment Technician to repair, calibrate, install and perform preventive maintenance on a variety of complex medical instruments.

This role supports Adirondack Medical Center in Saranac Lake, NY, and requires an associate degree in Biomedical Technology, Electronics or a related field, plus 1–2 years of related experience and strong communication and computer skills. Desirable certification as a Biomedical Equipment Technician is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Biomedical Technology, Electronics or related field with 1–2 years related experience.
• Strong communication, customer service and computer skills required.
• Valid driver’s license or ability to obtain and driver’s check.
• Lifting up to 70lbs. 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 at Adirondack Medical Center in Saranac Lake, NY.

Skills

Effective communication

Customer service

Computer skills

Valid driver's license

Education

Associate degree in Biomedical Technology, Electronics or related field

Job description

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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

Anticipated Pay Range $25/hour-$34/hour

Other Information

Special Conditions

Special Conditions 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 08/17/2026

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 S6233PO

Department

Position Number

Position Number 014024

Percent of Full-Time

Percent of Full-Time 1

Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE

Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE 37.5

Term (months per year)

Term (months per year) 12

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