Repair Technician

STERIS Instrument Management Services, Inc.•San Antonio, TX

2d•$17 - $22•Hybrid

About The Position

This is an entry-level position where candidates will receive comprehensive training. The Repair Technician plays a crucial role in ensuring surgical instruments are sharpened and functioning correctly, enabling surgeons to provide optimal patient care. STERIS offers various repair solutions, including onsite mobile repair services, in-house repair lab services, and national repair centers. The role requires daily travel in a company vehicle, and a driving record check will be conducted as part of the onboarding process. An acceptable driving record is defined as having a very limited number of moving violations, accidents, or driving-related convictions.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Minimum of 1 year of hands-on experience.
Must be able to pass a DOT medical/physical exam and comply with all DOT regulations.
Must be at least 21 years old (to meet FMCSA requirements).
Must possess a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record (CDL not required).
Must maintain required vaccines.
Ability to drive a DOT regulated vehicle and conduct basic box truck safety checks.
Must be able to lift up to 25lbs and push instrument carts ranging from 10-150lbs.
Must be able to be compliant with hospital/customer credentialing requirements.
Strong manual dexterity, attention to detail and willingness to learn.

Nice To Haves

Previous instrument repair experience is not required, as training will be provided.
Hands-on repair, assembly, or product testing and use of small hand tools is a plus.
Examples of relevant experience include 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.

Responsibilities

Perform basic to intermediate inspection and repairs on surgical instrumentation using grinding wheels, buffing wheels, various hand and power tools, soldering, etc.
Work in the field on a mobile repair truck, inside a repair lab, or inside a hospital, depending on customer needs within the assigned territory.
Provide support to various locations within the assigned territory based on service agreements, customer needs, and staffing levels.
Frequent trips inside the hospital are required, even when primarily working inside a mobile repair truck.
Comfortable working in a small mobile workspace with others if assigned to a truck.