Repair Technician

When surgical instruments are sharpened and working properly, surgeons can focus on providing the best care for their patients. STERIS offers a variety of repair solutions to meet the needs of the Customer including onsite mobile repair services, in-house repair lab services, or one of five national repair centers. This is an entry-level job—no previous instrument repair experience is required, as we will train you.

About the Role

In this position, you will perform surgical instrument inspection, repair, and refurbishment in a field-based setting. Technicians work out of mobile repair trucks at Customer sites and regional labs in more condensed markets. Technicians deliver superior Customer Experience by providing timely and quality repairs to meet compliance standards. This role requires daily travel by driving a company vehicle. If offered this position, STERIS will run a 7-year driving record check as part of our onboarding process.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic to intermediate inspection and repairs on surgical instrumentation using grinding wheels, buffing wheels, various hand and power tools, soldering, etc. Complexity of repairs and level of intricacy will vary.
• Work in the field on a mobile repair truck, inside a repair lab, or inside a hospital, based on the needs of the Customer within the assigned territory.
• Provide invoicing and documentation based on business need.
• Provide support to various locations within assigned territory depending on service agreements, Customer needs, and staffing levels.
• Conduct basic box truck safety checks.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 1 year of relevant work experience*, or 1 year of experience at STERIS. All experience must be verifiable.
• Must be able to meet flexible schedules with early/late hours and occasional overnight/out-of-state travel, based on Customer and business needs.
• Must be able to pass a DOT medical/physical exam and comply with all DOT regulations.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record (CDL not required) and maintain required vaccines.
• Ability to drive a DOT-regulated vehicle.
• Must be at least 21 years old to meet the FMCSA age requirement for commercial interstate driving.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times and push instrument carts ranging from 10-150 pounds at times.
• Must be compliant with hospital/customer credentialing requirements.

What is relevant work experience? Hands-on repair, assembly, or product testing and use of small hand tools is a plus. Examples include small engine repair, cell phone and electronics repair, testing, or rebuilds; carpentry; circuit board assembly and repair; sterile processing; industrial sewing; jewelry repair; maintenance; construction; welding; fabrication; and automotive repair.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, overtime opportunity, and quarterly incentive plan.
• Extensive hands-on training and development.
• Career progression path with STERIS Instrument Management Services and growth opportunities in other parts of STERIS.
• Extensive paid time off and 9 added holidays.
• Excellent healthcare, dental, and vision benefits.
• Long/short-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) with a company match.
• Maternity and parental leave.
• Additional add-on benefits/discounts for programs such as pet insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement and continued education programs.

Pay

Pay range for this opportunity is $25.00 - $27.00/hour. This position is eligible for bonus participation. Minimum pay rates offered will comply with county/city minimums if higher than the range listed. Pay rates are based on a number of factors, including but not limited to local labor market costs, years of relevant experience, education, professional certifications, and foreign language fluency.

To support and service our customers in this assigned territory, candidates must be based out of California.