Field Service Technician - Gainesville/Jacksonville FL

Getinge; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 46,838 - 57,859; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

401k with company match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Life Insurance

Disability Benefits

Wellness program

Parental Leave

Job summary

Getinge is seeking a Field Service Technician to service Gainesville/Jacksonville FL area. You will perform on-site and remote troubleshooting, maintenance and repair of complex equipment, using mechanical, hydraulic and electronic knowledge.

A valid driver’s license and willingness to travel within the territory are required. The role emphasizes safety, customer service, and collaboration with sales teams to grow service contracts and ensure high-quality support for life science devices.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Electronics, Electro‑Mechanical, Biomedical Engineering, or a technical discipline.
• 3+ years of field‑based technical service or repair experience, preferably in medical devices.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel within the territory.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site and remote troubleshooting, repair and technical support within the service territory.
• Perform preventive maintenance and follow established procedures using proper tools and parts.
• Assist sales with equipment demonstrations and lead generation.
• Maintain safety, compliance and customer service standards in all activities.

Skills

Field service

Troubleshooting

Electrical systems

Communication

Education

Associate’s degree in a technical discipline

Job description

Field Service Technician - Gainesville/Jacksonville FL

Location: Miami, FL, US

Remote Work: Field

Salary Range: $34.00 - $42.00 per hour

With a passion for life

Join our diverse teams of passionate people and a career that allows you to develop both personally and professionally. At Getinge we exist to make life‑saving technology accessible for more people. To make a true difference for our customers – and to save more lives, we need team players, forward thinkers, and game changers.

Are you looking for an inspiring career? You just found it.

As a Field Service Technician for Getinge, in our Gainesville FL area service territory, your primary mission will be to provide maintenance and repair services at customer establishments, following manufacturer’s instructions and utilizing knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and electronic equipment.

Job Responsibilities and Essential Duties

• Provide on‑site and remote troubleshooting, repair and technical support services to customers within assigned service territory.
• Provide preventative and other scheduled maintenance at customer establishments in accordance with established procedures and techniques using proper tools, test equipment and replacement parts.
• Assist sales personnel in marketing all Getinge equipment (joint calls, in‑services, sales leads).
• Help maintain service contracts by focusing on high quality work and exceptional customer service and assist with the pursuit of contract renewals.
• Comply with all health and safety codes and procedures as mandated by Getinge policies, customer requirements and regulatory agencies.
• Establish and maintain positive and cooperative working relationships with customers and all Getinge personnel.
• Serve as technical mentor and field‑based training resources for Maintenance Technicians.
• Maintain personal competence for meeting job responsibilities through effective use of product information and technical data provided by Getinge and others.
• Accurately prepare and submit all required reports within required deadlines.
• Meet or exceed all KPI requirements established for the position, region or division.
• Maintain expenses and required inventory within guidelines and limits established by the Area Manager, Service.
• Provide services to customers in accordance with the terms, conditions and responsibilities stated in Getinge’s published warranty and maintenance contract policies.
• Satisfactorily complete all training as required by Getinge training and certification processes, regulatory bodies, and quality systems.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Associate’s degree in a technical discipline (Electronics, Electro‑Mechanical, Biomedical Engineering, and/or technical discipline) or equivalent (i.e. military training program), or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3+ years related experience in a field‑based technical service role or technical maintenance/repair position, preferably in the medical/life science device industry.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Technically proficient in using schematics, checklists, system diagrams and associated tools to perform maintenance and repair of electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic or plumbing systems.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and repair highly technical mechanical and electronic systems.
• Proficiency in the use of hand tools and electronic test equipment.
• Computer literacy; familiarity with information technology concepts, personal computers, Microsoft Windows operating system and Microsoft Office applications.
• Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills in a customer facing work environment.
• Demonstrated experience working independently, performing required tasks with minimum supervision.
• Ability to follow documented procedures and protocol applicable to day‑to‑day job duties as well as regulatory requirements.
• Able to work a flexible schedule when required based on customer requirements and accessibility protocols.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to consistently comply with all customer required vendor credentialing processes and protocols.
• Ability to work in close working quarters using both arms and legs for reaching, pulling, pushing, stooping, standing, climbing, lifting, turning, and/or kneeling.
• Able to lift at least 75 lbs.

Supervision/Management of Others

• None

Internal and External Contacts/Relationships

• Field Service employees – all levels
• External customers
• Training and development department

Environmental/Safety/Physical Work Conditions

• Responsible for understanding and conforming with the Environmental Policy to ensure that significant environmental aspects that relate to actual or potential impacts with their work are executed to minimize the effects on the environment.
• Responsible for bringing to the attention of management any potential improvements that could reduce our environmental impact or to report activities that could result in a negative impact to the environment.

Responsible for understanding and conforming with the Health and Safety Policy to ensure that the significant risks that relate to actual or potential hazards with their work are identified.

Along with diverse daily challenges, we will also provide you with excellent pay, benefits, extensive training, participation in a company vehicle program, credit card and phone. Make a difference with a company that cares about what you have to contribute and clients that rely heavily on your expertise. The base salary for the position is a minimum of $34/hr and a maximum of $42/hr.

About us

With a firm belief that every person and community should have access to the best possible care, Getinge provides hospitals and life science institutions with products and solutions aiming to improve clinical results and optimize workflows. The offering includes products and solutions for intensive care, cardiovascular procedures, operating rooms, sterile reprocessing and life science. Getinge employs over 12,000 people worldwide and the products are sold in more than 135 countries.

Benefits at Getinge

At Getinge, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance benefits
• 401k plan with company match
• Paid Time Off
• Wellness initiative & Health Assistance Resources
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability Benefits
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Parental and Caregiver Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement

Getinge is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.