Repair Technician
About The Position
The 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, regional labs. They provide timely, quality repairs that meet compliance standards and deliver a superior customer experience. The role requires daily travel in a company vehicle and may involve occasional overnight travel. Technicians support various locations within their assigned territory based on service agreements, customer needs, and staffing levels. Candidates must be based in North Dakota. The position may require flexible early or late hours, sometimes outside normal business hours, including nights and weekends, depending on customer needs. Work is primarily inside a mobile repair truck, with frequent trips inside hospitals. This is a safety-sensitive position, and the technician must follow applicable Department of Transportation, company, and customer safety protocols. STERIS conducts a seven-year driving record check during onboarding.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least one year of verifiable hands-on experience that may include repair, assembly, product testing, or use of small hand tools, or equivalent transferable experience.
- Ability to lift up to 50–100 pounds at times and push instrument rolling carts weighing 10–150 pounds at times.
- Ability to meet flexible schedules, including early or late hours and occasional nights and weekends, based on customer needs.
- At least 21 years old and able to meet FMCSA/DOT and driver’s license requirements.
- Ability to 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.
- Ability to travel daily in a company vehicle; occasional overnight travel may be required.
Nice To Haves
- Related certifications in a technical or mechanical area.
- Competitive equipment training.
- Related military experience.
Responsibilities
- Perform basic-level 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.
- Operate the On Location repair truck safely and follow DOT, company, and customer protocols, including vehicle and equipment safety procedures.
- Follow company safety and health policies, use personal protective equipment, and complete safety observations according to site requirements.
- Travel to and support locations throughout the assigned territory based on service agreements, customer needs, and staffing levels.
Benefits
- Market-competitive pay of $23.00–$25.00 per hour.
- Bonus participation eligibility.
- Paid time off and nine additional holidays.
- Healthcare, dental, and vision benefits.
- Long- and short-term disability coverage.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Maternity and parental leave.
- Optional add-on benefits and discounts, such as pet insurance.
- Tuition reimbursement and continued education programs.
- Opportunities for advancement in a stable, long-term career.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
