Sterilizer Technician III

Trimedx; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Trimedx is seeking a Sterilization Technician III to install, inspect, troubleshoot and repair complex sterilization and decontamination equipment. The role requires familiarity with a broad range of sterilizers and associated clinical devices, with travel as needed.

The candidate should have strong electrical, plumbing, and instrumentation skills, and a commitment to regulatory compliance and customer service while supporting service operations and inventory controls.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in repair, maintenance, troubleshooting and installation of sterilization and decontamination equipment.
• AC/DC electrical knowledge, read wiring diagrams and schematics.
• Plumbing knowledge, read piping diagrams and identify components.

Responsibilities

• Perform performance assurance inspections, scheduled maintenance and operation verification procedures on sterilization equipment.
• Repair and calibrate sterilization and decontamination systems and document results.
• Inform supervisors of repairs status and unusual equipment conditions.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and vendors to ensure proper service delivery.
• Maintain field expertise through ongoing training and mentoring others.

Education

2-year degree in electronics

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Networking software

Job description

If you are wondering what makes Trimedx different, it's that all of our associates share in a common purpose of serving clients, patients, communities, and each other with equal measures of care and performance.

• Everyone is focused on serving the customer and we do that by collaborating and supporting each other
• Associates look forward to coming to work each day
• Every associate matters and makes a difference

It is truly a culture like no other — We hope you will join our team! Find out more about our company and culture here.

The Sterilization Technician III focuses heavily on steam sterilizers, vaporized peroxide sterilizers, gluteraldehyde sterilizers, washer decontaminators, cart washers, internal steam generators, stand alone steam generators, ultrasonic cleaners, perioperative scope sterilizers, and all supporting equipment. Knowledge of Steris, Amsco and/or Getinge sterilizers is beneficial but not required. This position is required to be familiar with many classes of clinical equipment and may perform maintenance on equipment outside of the specialty. Should be available for travel as required.

The Sterilization Technician III installs, inspects, troubleshoots, repairs, calibrates, and verifies the performance of complex sterilization and decontamination equipment and systems, with minimal supervision. The Sterilization Technician III ensures regulatory compliance, assists in inventory management, and may serve as an advisor to other TriMedx personnel on technical matters concerning specialty equipment. The individual demonstrates adherence to the TriMedx core values in all professional interactions by showing respect to all people, creating real value, initiating meaningful change, and exhibiting integrity.

Responsibilities

Technical Service (40%)

• Conduct performance assurance (PA) inspections, scheduled maintenance, and operation verification procedures (OVP) on complex medical sterilization and decontamination equipment and systems.
• Repair and calibrate medical sterilization and decontamination equipment and systems.
• Inform supervisors of the status of repairs, scheduled inspections, unusual equipment situations, and any customer concerns.
• Work with, direct, and document the activities of subcontractors, vendors, and outside service technicians to ensure proper service delivery.
• Maintain field related expertise through ongoing training and education.
• Assist with Service Operations Special Projects as assigned and contribute to the development of others through mentoring and sharing expertise.

Regulatory Compliance

25%

• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of the equipment database to include the inventory, performance assurance (PA) schedules, nomenclature, and service history.
• Adhere to the Medical Equipment Management Plan (MEMP), including all regulatory agency compliances and other applicable policies and procedures.
• Responsible for ensuring that all service and documentation is complete, timely, and accurate.

Account Relationship Management

25%

• Build and maintain customer relationships.
• Discuss equipment status and functionality with customers.
• Adheres to the Mission, Vision, and Values of the organization(s) served.
• Serve as an ambassador for TRIMEDX by integrating the core values into job performance.

Inventory

10%

• Perform periodic inspections of current inventory status and maintain common failure parts inventory to ensure equipment uptime
• Verify the completion of security analysis for new customer equipment.
• Performs Incoming Inspections (II) to maintain a complete and accurate inventory of medical devices, including trial and evaluation, rental, and loaner equipment in addition to permanently assigned equipment inventory.
• Maintain the accuracy and integrity of the equipment database to include inventory, performance assurance (PA) schedules, nomenclature, and service history.
• Make recommendations regarding inventory.

Skills And Experience

• Minimum 5 years experience in the repair, maintenance, troubleshooting, and installation of medical sterilization and decontamination equipment.
• AC/DC electrical knowledge required, must be able to read and understand wiring diagrams and schematics.
• Plumbing knowledge required, must be able to read and understand piping diagrams and identify basic plumbing components.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical motor circuits, internal steam generators, pneumatic systems, automatic transfer systems, and loading/unloading systems.
• Sweat copper pipe, create flare and swage connections.
• Use and understand the operation of a digital multi-meter and amp meter.
• Perform temperature and pressure calibrations on sterilization and decontamination equipment.
• Ability to verbally explain the difference between gravity, pre-vacuum, and liquid sterilization cycles; what a biological indicator is and how it is used; what a sterilization integrator is and how it is used; and the instrument flow of the Sterile Processing Department (SPD).
• Ability to integrate information from a variety of sources.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license required; variable travel requirements depending on primary site or region that may require use of personal vehicle.

Education And Qualifications

• 2 year degree in a technical/electronics field or equivalent experience required. This requirement will be waived if the applicant has received the TRIMEDX Trained Certification or completed an equivalent biomedical related certification program.
• Routinely employ fine motor skills during the installation, servicing, and maintaining of sterilization and decontamination equipment.
• Bend, crouch, kneel, climb, balance, or otherwise maneuver body while servicing and repairing sterilization and decontamination equipment.
• Operate tools/machinery that use hand and/or foot controls (e.g. drills, saws, electronic test equipment, etc.) when servicing medical equipment.
• Lift, carry, or otherwise move up to 50 lbs. while working with sterilization and decontamination equipment.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel) and networking applications required.

At Trimedx, we are committed to cultivating a workplace culture where every associate feels valued, supported, and empowered to thrive. This culture reflects our belief that our people are our foundation, their well-being is essential, and shared success is built through meaningful work, recognition, and opportunities for growth.

We embrace people’s differences which include age, race, color, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, education, genetics, veteran status, disability, religion, beliefs, opinions and life experiences.

Visit our website to view our Workplace Culture Commitment , along with our social channels to see what our team is up to: Facebook , LinkedIn , Twitter.

Trimedx is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Drug-Free Workplace.

Because we are committed to providing a safe and productive work environment, Trimedx is a drug-free workplace. Accordingly, Associates are prohibited from engaging in the unlawful manufacture, sale, distribution, dispensation, possession, or use of any controlled substance or marijuana, or otherwise being under the influence thereof, on all Trimedx and Customer property or during working/on-call hours.