Repair Technician

STERIS Instrument Management Services, Inc.•Cedar Rapids, IA

3d•$22 - $24

About The Position

The Repair Technician performs inspection, repair, and refurbishment of surgical instruments in a field-based setting. Work is primarily performed from a mobile repair truck at customer sites, with work in regional labs in more condensed markets. The technician provides timely, high-quality repairs that meet compliance standards and deliver a superior customer experience. The role requires daily driving of a company vehicle and may involve occasional overnight travel. Candidates must be based in Iowa to support the assigned territory. This is a safety-sensitive position.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 1 year of verifiable hands-on experience involving repair, assembly, product testing, small hand tools, or equivalent transferable experience.
Must be able to lift up to 100 pounds at times and push instrument rolling carts weighing up to 150 pounds at times.
Must be able to work flexible schedules with early or late hours, sometimes outside normal business hours, including nights and weekends, based on customer needs.
Must be at least 21 years old and able to meet FMCSA/DOT and driver's license requirements.
Must pass a DOT medical/physical exam, comply with DOT regulations, and conduct basic box-truck safety checks.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record; CDL required where applicable.
Must be based in Iowa.
Must pass a 7-year driving record check as part of onboarding.

Nice To Haves

Related technical or mechanical certifications, competitive equipment training, or related military experience may be considered toward the experience requirement.

Responsibilities

Perform basic repair and maintenance of surgical instruments, including ultrasonic cleaning, buffing and polishing, bending, shaping, sharpening, hinge-point and serration work, and brazing.
Provide invoices, work orders, and daily documentation in accordance with customer reporting and contractual or 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 safely operating 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 according to site requirements.
Work primarily inside a mobile repair truck while making frequent trips inside hospitals.
Support various locations within the assigned territory according to service agreements, customer needs, and staffing levels.