Steris Sterilizer Specialist

Socket.dev; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Renovo Solutions is seeking a Medical Sterilizer Specialist to perform scheduled maintenance, repairs, inspections, and calibrations on medical sterilizer devices in the Houston area. You will ensure safety and functionality across facilities, with emphasis on regulatory compliance and documentation.

The role requires hands-on Steris experience, strong troubleshooting, and the ability to communicate clearly with clinical and facility staff.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience with clinical biomedical equipment (specifically sterilization devices) in a hospital or clinical setting.
• Proficiency with electromechanical and computerized biomedical devices.
• Basic knowledge of sterilization plumbing.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair sterile processing related equipment in line with manufacturer specs and hospital standards.
• Repair sterilizers, steam generators, cart washers, decontamination systems, and ultrasonic cleaners.
• Achieve KPI targets while maintaining departmental standards and goals.
• Support on-site BMET teammates and the Supervisor/Manager as needed.
• Perform inspections, calibrations, and electrical safety on sterilization equipment.

Skills

Sterilization devices

Electromechanical devices

Diagnostic software

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

Technical degree or equivalent

Tools

CMMS RenovoLive

Job description

Medical Sterilizer Specialist

Why Renovo?

Renovo Solutions is a nationwide healthcare technology management company. Our mission is to enable our employees to create customer-centric solutions that empower our healthcare and life science partners to deliver better outcomes and quality of life for the communities they serve. With a presence in 40+ states, we provide comprehensive solutions for managing & maintaining healthcare technologies. Our company’s values of being People First, Customer Centric, Quality Focused, Innovative and Transparent demonstrate our beliefs in a strong culture and a commitment to excellence. We prioritize investing in our employees’ development through ongoing training programs and a supportive work environment. Join our team to make a difference in healthcare while advancing your career with Renovo.

Summary:

This is a highly technical position that will perform scheduled maintenance, repairs, inspections, and calibrations across a variety of medical sterilizer devices to ensure mechanical and electrical safety and functionality. This is a field service position primarily serving various customer hospitals in a geographical area. Steris experience and platform certifications are required.

What you will do:

Service & Maintenance

• Troubleshoot and repair sterile processing related equipment in compliance with manufacturer specifications and hospital standards
• Repairs can include the following: steam sterilizers, steam generators, cart washers, cart decontamination systems and ultrasonic cleaning systems
• Achieve KPI targets while maintaining departmental standards and goals
• Support BMET teammates and the Supervisor/Manager on-site, as needed
• Perform inspections, calibrations, performance assurance, and electrical safety on sterilization equipment
• Work with site facilities staff to resolve supply/house steam issues and know when/how to elevate technical contraindications between HTM and facilities
• Maintain accurate service records in our CMMS - RenovoLive
• Participate in special projects as assigned

Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure compliance with all regulatory bodies (TJC, DNV, DOH, CAP) and internal Medical Equipment Management Plans (MEMP)
• Follow safety procedures related to bloodborne pathogens, hazardous materials, and device safety per OSHA and facility policy
• Adhere to ISO/IEC 27001 and ISO 13485 QMS policies, procedures, and documentation standards

Customer Support

• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with clinical and facility staff
• Communicate equipment status and service timelines clearly to customers and supervisors
• Demonstrate a customer-first approach by actively listening to feedback and prioritizing service requests

Asset Tracking

• Support inventory control by performing audits and verifying the status of assigned and incoming equipment
• Recommend updates to inventory records and performance assurance schedule

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of hands-on experience with clinical biomedical equipment (specifically sterilization devices) in a hospital or clinical setting
• Technical degree or equivalent preferred
• Proficient with electromechanical and computerized biomedical devices
• Basic knowledge of sterilization plumbing,
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
• Comfortable interpreting error codes and using diagnostic softwareClear and professional verbal and written communication

Required Competencies:

• Must have significant Steris sterilization device experience
• Accountability - takes ownership of assigned work and follows items through to completion
• Communication - clearly expresses thoughts and ideas both in written and verbal communications, provides timely information
• Financial Acumen - Considers financial impact of all decisions
• Integrity - Can admit mistakes, is direct and truthful
• Customer Service - demonstrates a "customer-first" mentality, focused on meeting the needs of customers and captures feedback to make improvements
• Priority Setting - Prioritizes assigned schedules and workload
• Team Building - Mentors newer technicians, facilitates clear communication amongst the team, demonstrates care and respect for co-workers and colleagues
• Regulatory - knows the various accrediting agencies (TJC, DNV, CAP, DOH) and how the Medical Equipment Management Plan complies

Safety Requirements:

• Maintain a safe working environment for self and others if they come in contact within the biomed area in accordance with the facility’s policies
• Must follow OSHA guidelines in regard to blood borne pathogens, airborne pathogens, radiation, sharp instruments and/or tools, hazardous liquids, and operating devices
• Ontime completion of safety and training assignments
• Must have sensory ability to distinguish hot & cold ranges of temperature, surfaces, fine motor skills, manual dexterity, and detect/distinguish colors
• Must be able be able to carry or lift up to 50 pounds routinely

Travel Requirements:

Field service position - meaning that candidate will be required to travel between Memorial Hermann facilities in the greater Houston, TX area. Air travel may be required occasionally to support non-Memorial Hermann customers for technical support or special projects on request considering availability.

Working Conditions:

• Hospital (SPD) environment
• Must abide by the safety rules of the host site

Classification:

FLSA: Non-Exempt (Hourly) **Note: This position description does not list every activity, duty, and responsibility of the position and may be altered by RENOVO at any time.

EEO Statement

RENOVO Solutions provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, RENOVO Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.