Medical Device Repair Technician

STERIS•Portland, OR

6d•Onsite

About The Position

At STERIS, the Medical Device Repair Technician performs surgical instrument inspection, repair, and refurbishment in a field-based setting. Technicians work from mobile repair trucks at Customer sites and, in more condensed markets, at regional labs. They provide timely, quality repairs that meet compliance standards and deliver a superior Customer Experience. Previous instrument repair experience is not required; relevant transferable experience may include hands-on repair, assembly, product testing, small engine or electronics repair, carpentry, circuit board work, sterile processing, industrial sewing, jewelry repair, maintenance, construction, welding, fabrication, or automotive repair. The role requires daily travel by driving a company vehicle and may involve occasional overnight or out-of-state travel. Technicians primarily work inside a mobile repair truck, with frequent trips into hospitals. They support locations throughout an assigned territory according to service agreements, Customer needs, and staffing levels. Candidates must be based in Oregon. This is a safety-sensitive position. If hired, STERIS will conduct a seven-year driving-record check as part of onboarding.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least one year of relevant experience or one year of experience at STERIS; all experience must be verifiable.
Ability to meet flexible schedules, including early or late hours and occasional overnight or out-of-state travel, based on Customer and business needs.
Ability to pass a DOT medical/physical exam and comply with all DOT regulations.
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record; a CDL is not required.
Ability to drive a 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.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds at times and push instrument carts weighing 10–150 pounds at times.
Ability to meet hospital and Customer credentialing requirements.
Maintain required vaccines.

Nice To Haves

Hands-on repair, assembly, or product-testing experience and experience using small hand tools.
Transferable experience such as small engine repair; cell phone or electronics repair, testing, or rebuilding; carpentry; circuit board assembly or repair; sterile processing; industrial sewing; jewelry repair; maintenance; construction; welding; fabrication; or automotive repair.

Responsibilities

Perform basic-level repair and maintenance of surgical instruments, including ultrasonic cleaning, buffing and polishing, bending, shaping, sharpening, work on hinge points and serrations, and brazing.
Provide invoices, work orders, and daily documentation in accordance with Customer reporting and contractual and regulatory requirements, including end-of-day reporting such as the OAR.
Complete Preventative Maintenance Inspections (PMI) as needed, within training and capability level.
Follow DOT, company, and Customer protocols for safe operation of the On Location repair truck, including vehicle and equipment safety procedures.
Follow Company safety and health policies, use personal protective equipment, and complete safety observations as required by the site.
Travel daily by company vehicle to Customer sites and support locations throughout the assigned territory.