Service Technician

Thisiscny; Town of Skaneateles (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Baxter is hiring a Service Technician in Skaneateles Falls, NY, to maintain and repair medical devices within the Product Service Depot. You will perform preventive maintenance, testing, calibration, and software updates while following quality procedures.

You will document results in the system, diagnose issues, and assist with depot operations including receiving and shipment preparation. Strong reading skills and basic tool knowledge are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, procedures, and technical documentation.
• Experience using basic hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, and assembly equipment.
• Basic knowledge of test and measurement equipment, including digital multimeters and power supplies.
• Computer proficiency for entering service data, maintaining records, and navigating multiple software applications.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and measurements.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and operate material handling equipment as required.
• Ability to work with cleaning and disinfecting solutions and handle returned medical devices in accordance with established procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, calibration, and software updates on medical devices.
• Conduct functional, safety, and performance testing using diagnostic and measurement equipment.
• Document service findings, test results, maintenance activities, and repair actions within the designated systems of record.
• Follow Quality Management System requirements, standard work instructions, and established service procedures.
• Diagnose device malfunctions, determine root causes, and escalate issues requiring additional technical support.
• Disassemble, assemble, inspect, package, and prepare medical devices for shipment using appropriate tools and equipment.
• Support depot operations as needed, including receiving, disinfection, reprocessing, spare parts activities, and shipment preparation.

Skills

Reading instructions

Use of basic hand tools

Test equipment usage

Computer proficiency

Mathematical calculations

Lifting 40 lbs

Disinfection procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Digital multimeters

Power supplies

Torque wrenches

Safety analyzers

Patient simulators

Job description

Service Technician

Req # 210766 Location Skaneateles Falls, New York, United States Job Category Technical Services Date posted 09/28/2026

This is where your work makes a difference.

At Baxter, we believe every person-restricting of who they are or where they are from-deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond.

Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results.

Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride.

Your Role at Baxter

As a Service Technician, you will support Baxter's mission of saving and sustaining lives by performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, testing, calibration, and software updates on computer-based and electro-mechanical medical devices. This is where your technical skills help ensure critical healthcare equipment is restored to proper working conditions and returned to customers safely and efficiently. Working within the Product Service Depot, you will follow established quality and safety procedures while supporting the inspection, repair, processing, and shipment of medical devices.

What You'll Do

• Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, calibration, and software updates on medical devices.
• Conduct functional, safety, and performance testing using diagnostic and measurement equipment.
• Utilize tools and test equipment such as digital multimeters, safety analyzers, patient simulators, power supplies, and torque wrenches.
• Document service findings, test results, maintenance activities, and repair actions within the designated systems of record.
• Follow Quality Management System requirements, standard work instructions, and established service procedures.
• Diagnose device malfunctions, determine root causes, and escalates issues requiring additional technical support.
• Disassemble, assemble, inspect, package, and prepare medical devices for shipment using appropriate tools and equipment.
• Support depot operations as needed, including receiving, disinfection, reprocessing, spare parts activities, and shipment preparation.

What You'll Bring

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, procedures, and technical documentation.
• Experience using basic hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, and assembly equipment.
• Basic knowledge of test and measurement equipment, including digital multimeters and power supplies.
• Computer proficiency for entering service data, maintaining records, and navigating multiple software applications.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and measurements.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and operate material handling equipment as required.
• Ability to work with cleaning and disinfecting solutions and handle returned medical devices in accordance with established procedures.

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated base salary for this position is $44,800 - $61,600. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time

US Benefits at Baxter (except for Puerto Rico)

This is where your well-being matters. Baxter offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles. Our health and well-being benefits include medical and dental coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance. Financial and retirement benefits include the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount, and the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, and time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave. Additional benefits include commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits. Join us and enjoy the competitive compensation and benefits we offer to our employees. For additional information regarding Baxter US Benefits, please speak with your recruiter or visit our Benefits site: Benefits | Baxter (opens in new window)

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Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.

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