Field Service Repair Technician

Position Summary

PLEASE NOTE: This position requires 50% overnight travel, which is usually comprised of Monday-Friday travel every other week to service accounts several hours away. STERIS covers all travel expenses, and driving time is paid. 

You do not have to have previous instrument repair experience to be considered. We will train you!
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Why is the Repair Technician role crucial to our business and our Customers?
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 a remote-based, customer-facing position. To support and service our customers in this assigned territory candidates must be based out of one of the following states: California
 

What You Will Do

•    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.  Strong manual dexterity, attention to detail and willingness to learn will help you be successful in this role.  
•    You will 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.  You must be able to sit/stand for an extended period of time.  If assigned to a truck, you must be comfortable working in a small mobile workspace with others. 
•    While primarily working inside a mobile repair truck, frequent trips inside the hospital are required. Weather conditions may vary. 
•    Provide support various locations within assigned territory depending on the service agreements, Customer needs, and staffing levels.   
 

What STERIS Can Offer You

•    Competitive pay and quarterly incentive opportunity
•    Extensive hands-on training and development 
•    Career progression path with STERIS Instrument Management Services and growth opportunities in other parts of STERIS
•    Medical, vision, dental, life insurance, 401(k) with a company match, tuition assistance, and paid vacation time and paid holidays

Education

What Is Required

•    2+ years of work experience, including at least 1 year of relevant 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 DOT regulated vehicle and conduct basic box truck safety checks.
•    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 able to 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 are small engine repair, cell phone and electronics repair, testing, or re-builds, carpentry, circuit board assembly and repair, sterile processing, industrial sewing, and jewelry repair. Maintenance, construction, welding, fabrication, and automotive repair can also be relevant.

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