BioMedical Equipment Technician

Responsibilities

• Perform all equipment maintenance and calibration according to each instrument’s user manual and schedule.
• Install and perform verification/validation of new equipment.
• Operate equipment as needed.
• Maintain on-call status for equipment repair and electronic temperature monitoring system and report to work when notified of equipment out of service or temperature out of specification.
• Maintain the equipment inventory system and interface with accounting to ensure all equipment is logged, labeled with a unique identifier and its location is established.
• As needed, travel for additional training courses and maintain any required licenses.
• Notify the Laboratory Manager if an instrument goes out of service and lock out/tag out the instrument.
• Call manufacturer service personnel as needed and interface with service personnel while they are on site.
• Capable of identifying problems and troubleshooting.
• Maintain the pipet inventory in all labs. Schedule pipet verifications with outside vendors.
• Follow the laboratory’s established policies and protocols.
• Participate in any required on-the-job, technical, or other training.
• Document corrective and preventative actions.
• Keep instruments and work areas clean and neat.
• Observe all safety guidelines and report any unsafe conditions to the Laboratory Manager or QA Manager.
• Participate in the Quality Assurance plan as directed by the President.
• Perform other duties and functions as directed by the Laboratory Manager.

Qualifications

• Basic Minimum Education Requirements: High School Diploma or GED with minimum 2–4 years of relevant maintenance, instrumentation, or technical support experience; or Bachelor's degree in a related scientific or technical field.
• Basic Minimum Work Requirements: Previous experience in a laboratory setting is ideal, but not required. Must be able to multitask and keep up in a fast-paced environment. Must work well on your own with minimal supervision. Attentive to detail and maintain a positive attitude. Ability to communicate effectively. Must be energetic, dependable and have good attendance. Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and time management.
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.

Additional Information

• Position is full-time working Monday-Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm, with overtime as needed.
• Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Hunstville, AL are encouraged to apply.
• Excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options.
• Life and disability insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Eurofins USA Clinical Diagnostics is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.