Biomedical Technician, Operating Room 2nd Shift

MEDPIPE MAINTENANCE CORP; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

MEDPIPE MAINTENANCE CORP in Pittsburgh seeks a Biomedical Technician for the Operating Room on 2nd shift. The role focuses on preventive maintenance of surgical booms, compliance testing per NFPA 99, and timely repairs to avoid operation delays.

Ideal candidates have ASSE certifications (6040, 6030) and a background in biomedical equipment or plumbing trades, with strong problem-solving abilities and attention to safety standards.

Qualifications

• NFPA 99 knowledge is required or highly preferred.
• Asse certifications such as ASSE 6040 or ASSE 6030 are desirable.
• Background from biomedical equipment or plumbing trades is common.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on surgical boom systems and associated components.
• Conduct compliance testing to NFPA 99 guidelines on nonstationary booms.
• Repair leaks, replace terminal units, and address alarms to avoid delays.
• Upgrade or retrofit surgical boom systems in healthcare facilities.

Job description

Biomedical Technician, Operating Room 2nd Shift

About this position

Description:

Preventive Maintenance: Performing function checks on boom articulation, mechanical brakes, and leak testing interior hoses.

• Compliance Testing: Ensuring nonstationary booms meet NFPA 99 testing guidelines, which typically requires evaluations every 18 months.
• Repair and Troubleshooting: Fixing pipeline leaks, replacing terminal units, and addressing system alarms to avoid surgical delays.
• System Upgrades: Retrofitting or installing brand new surgical boom systems in healthcare facilities.

Requirements:

Certifications: Technicians are usually required to hold ASSE (American Society of Sanitary Engineering) certifications, such as ASSE 6040 and ASSE 6030 (Medical Gas System Verifier).

• Regulatory Knowledge: Deep understanding of NFPA 99 (Health Care Facilities Code) and local plumbing or mechanical codes.
• Background: Many technicians transition from careers as licensed plumbers, pipefitters, or biomedical equipment technicians