Repair Technician

STERIS; Boston (MA); Remote; Full time

Job summary

Join STERIS as a Surgical Instrument Technician and enjoy extensive training to kickstart your career in healthcare technology. In this entry-level position, you'll provide essential repair and maintenance services for surgical instruments in various healthcare settings, working from mobile repair trucks. The role offers competitive pay and numerous growth opportunities, alongside comprehensive employee benefits.

Benefits

Extensive hands-on training and development

Growth opportunities within STERIS

Competitive pay and monthly incentive opportunity

Medical, vision, dental, life insurance

401(k) with a company match

Tuition assistance

Paid vacation and holidays

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant work experience.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and push instrument carts.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, repairs, and refurbishments of surgical instruments.
• Drive mobile repair trucks to customer sites and provide on-site service.
• Maintain compliance with safety protocols and company standards.

Skills

Repair skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

At STERIS, we help our Customers create a healthier and safer world by providing innovative healthcare and life science product and service solutions around the globe.

Position Summary

• You do not have to have previous instrument repair experience to be considered.
• This is an entry level job - we will train you!
• In this position, you will perform surgical instrument inspection, repair, and refurbishment in a field-based setting. Technicians work out of mobile repair trucks at Customer sites and regional labs in more condensed markets. Technicians deliver superior Customer Experience by providing timely and quality repairs to meet compliance standards.
• This position may require occasional overnight travel.
• If offered this position, STERIS will run a 7-year driving record check, as part of our onboarding process.

This is a remote-based Customer facing position. To support and service our Customers in this assigned territory, candidates must be based out of one of the following states: MA.

What you will do :

• Performs basic to intermediate level repairs of surgical instruments and maintenance including ultrasonic function, metallurgy, buff and polish, bending, shaping, sharpening, hinge points, serrations, and brazing.
• Demonstrates quality performance in intermediate skilled work including advanced Dremel operation, Re-cup and Re-jaw, laparoscopic inspection.
• Provides invoicing and documentation based on business need.
• While primarily working inside a mobile repair truck, frequent trips inside the hospital are required.
• Provides support at various locations within the assigned territory depending on service agreements, Customer needs, and staffing levels.
• Abides by all Company safety, health policies, and procedures. Uses personal protective equipment as required. Completes Safety observations per site requirements.
• Adheres and complies with all protocols (DOT, company, and Customer) for the safe operation of the mobile lab including policies and procedures relative to the position.

What can STERIS offer you?

• Extensive hands-on training and development
• Growth opportunities within STERIS
• Competitive pay and monthly incentive opportunity
• Medical, vision, dental, life insurance, 401(k) with a company match, tuition assistance, and paid vacation and holidays

Education Degree

High School Diploma or GED

What is Required :

• 2+ years of work experience, including at least 1 year of relevant experience, or 1 year of experience at STERIS. All experience must be verifiable.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds and push instrument carts ranging from 10-150 pounds.
• Must be able to meet flexible schedules with early/late hours and sometimes outside normal business hours including nights and weekends, based on Customer and business needs.
• Must be at least 21 years old with ability to achieve and maintain FMCSA and driver’s license requirements.
• Must pass a DOT medical/physical exam and comply with all DOT regulations.

What is Required Continued :

• Ability to drive DOT-regulated vehicles and conduct basic safety checks.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record (CDL not required) and maintain required vaccines.
• Related certifications in technical or mechanical areas, competitive equipment training, or related military experience may be considered towards experience requirements.

What is relevant work experience?

• Relevant experience may include hands-on repair, assembly, or product testing and use of small hand tools. Small engine repair, electronics repair, testing, or re-builds, carpentry, circuit board assembly and repair, sterile processing, industrial sewing, and jewelry repair. Maintenance, construction, and automotive repair can also be relevant.

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Pay range for this opportunity is $18.51-$[missing data], and the position is eligible for bonus participation.

Minimum pay rates offered will comply with county/city minimums, if higher than the range listed. Pay rates are based on factors including local labor market costs, experience, education, certifications, language fluency, etc.

Employees and their families may enroll in our company-sponsored benefits, including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending, HSA, voluntary benefits, and 401(k). Employees are covered by an employee assistance program and long-term disability. Full-Time Employees are eligible for PTO, paid holidays, and paid parental leave. Part-time employees working 20+ hours receive prorated benefits.

STERIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action to ensure fair treatment regardless of race, color, religion, age, disability, national origin, citizenship, military or veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or other protected categories.