Special Equipment Repair Technician I | Full-Time

UF Health; Gainesville (FL); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Health Shands Hospital in Gainesville, FL, seeks a Special Equipment Repair Technician I to inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain a variety of mechanical and electrically powered healthcare equipment.

The role emphasizes safety, documentation, and on-call rotation, with opportunities to work on hospital beds, stretchers, medical air compressors, vacuum pumps, and other critical devices.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Journeyman license with 4–6 years of trade experience; or 6–8 years with no license.
• Healthcare environment experience preferred (3+ years).
• Technical education may substitute for up to 2 years of required work experience.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical and electronic equipment.
• Replace cables, switches, relays, control boards, belts, and pulleys.
• Perform routine maintenance, repairs, retrofits, and major repairs or replacements.
• Use schematics, manuals, and technical documentation to complete repairs.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment safely and correctly.
• Document work performed per department procedures and safety policies.
• Participate in a rotational on-call schedule (approximately once every six weeks).

Skills

Troubleshooting electro-mechanical

Component replacement

Multimeters & torque wrenches

Reading schematics/blueprints

Florida driver’s license

On-call rotation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Journeyman/Master license training

2+ years technical education

Tools

Multimeters

Torque wrenches

Diagnostics equipment

Job description

Overview

The Special Equipment Repair Technician I is responsible for inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining a variety of mechanical and electrically powered equipment. This position supports the safe and reliable operation of equipment used in healthcare and facility environments.

Qualifications

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical and electronic equipment.
• Replace components such as cables, switches, relays, control boards, belts, and pulleys.
• Perform routine maintenance, repairs, retrofits, and minor and major equipment repair or replacement.
• Use schematics, manuals, and technical documentation to complete repairs.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment safely and correctly.
• Document work performed in accordance with department procedures.
• Follow all safety policies and safe work practices.
• Participate in a rotational on-call schedule (approximately once every six weeks).

Equipment Serviced Includes (but is not limited to)

• Hospital beds (manual and electric components)
• Stretchers and wheelchairs
• Commercial kitchen equipment
• Medical air compressors
• Vacuum pumps and waste gas pumps

Minimum Education & Experience Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Preferred completion of training associated with a Master or Journeyman license, or two or more years of specialized technical education.
• One of the following experience pathways is required:
  • A Journeyman license with 4–6 years of commercial trade experience; or
  • 6–8 years of commercial trade experience without a Journeyman license.
• Preference will be given to candidates with three or more years of experience in a healthcare environment.
• Technical education or vocational training may substitute for up to two years of required work experience.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Experience troubleshooting electronic or electro-mechanical equipment.
• Experience replacing electrical and mechanical components.
• Familiarity with multimeters, torque wrenches, and standard shop tools.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and technical documentation.
• Valid Florida driver's license required.
• Ability to participate in the department's on-call rotation.

Transferable Skills Considered

Applicants with experience in the following areas are encouraged to apply:

• Electrical systems
• Automotive repair
• Industrial or facility maintenance
• MIG and/or TIG welding
• HVAC repair
• Equipment retrofits and modifications

Work Schedule & Pay

• Typical Schedule: Monday–Friday, 5:30 AM–4:00 PM (40 hours/week)
• Expected schedule is 40 hours per week unless coverage is needed for on-call responsibilities or facility emergencies.
• Schedule may remain a five-day workweek or transition to a four-day workweek.
• Location: UF Health Shands Hospital – Archer Road
• Paid bi-weekly.
• Annual performance evaluations with merit-based pay increases.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid holidays

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Successful completion of a drug screening.
• Successful completion of an AHCA Level 2 background screening.
• Valid Florida driver's license.

Tips for Successful Candidates

To strengthen your application, clearly highlight:

• Experience with electronics, electrical systems, and mechanical repair.
• Duties that align with the responsibilities listed above.
• Tools, diagnostic equipment, and repair methods used.
• Relevant certifications, technical training, or specialized education.
• Experience in healthcare, commercial, industrial, automotive, HVAC, welding, or related maintenance fields.

Incomplete or vague applications may delay or limit consideration.