Sterilization Technician II

TRIMEDX•Springfield, MA

About The Position

The Sterilization Technician II installs, inspects, troubleshoots, repairs, calibrates, and verifies the performance of complex sterilization and decontamination equipment and systems with minimal supervision. The role focuses on steam sterilizers, washer decontaminators, cart washers, internal and stand-alone steam generators, and supporting equipment. Knowledge of Steris, Amsco, and/or Getinge sterilizers is beneficial but not required. The technician should be familiar with multiple classes of clinical equipment and may maintain equipment outside the specialty. Travel may be required, depending on the primary site or region; use of a personal vehicle may be necessary. The technician ensures regulatory compliance, assists with inventory management, and may advise other TriMedx personnel on technical matters concerning specialty equipment. The role also involves maintaining customer relationships, accurate service documentation and equipment records, and supporting other personnel through mentoring and sharing expertise. Associates are expected to demonstrate TriMedx core values in professional interactions. The position requires at least three years of experience repairing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and installing sterilization and decontamination equipment. A two-year technical/electronics degree or equivalent experience is required, with the requirement waived for applicants holding TRIMEDX Trained Certification or an equivalent biomedical-related certification. The posted compensation range is $20–$37 per hour.

Requirements

Minimum three years of experience repairing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and installing sterilization and decontamination equipment.
AC/DC electrical knowledge and ability to read and understand wiring diagrams and schematics.
Plumbing knowledge, including ability to read piping diagrams and identify basic plumbing components.
Ability to troubleshoot and repair electrical motor circuits, internal steam generators, and pneumatic systems.
Ability to sweat copper pipe and create flare and swage connections.
Ability to use and understand the operation of a digital multimeter and amp meter.
Ability to perform temperature and pressure calibrations on sterilization and decontamination equipment.
Ability to explain gravity, pre-vacuum, and liquid sterilization cycles; biological indicators and their use; sterilization integrators and their use; and instrument flow in the Sterile Processing Department.
Ability to integrate information from a variety of sources.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Valid driver's license; travel requirements vary by primary site or region and may require use of a personal vehicle.
Two-year degree in a technical/electronics field or equivalent experience, unless waived through TRIMEDX Trained Certification or an equivalent biomedical-related certification program.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel, and networking applications.
Fine motor skills for installation, service, and maintenance of equipment.
Ability to bend, crouch, kneel, climb, balance, or otherwise maneuver while servicing and repairing equipment.
Ability to operate tools and machinery using hand and/or foot controls, including drills, saws, and electronic test equipment.
Ability to lift, carry, or otherwise move up to 50 pounds while working with equipment.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Steris, Amsco, and/or Getinge sterilizers.

Responsibilities

Conduct performance assurance inspections, scheduled maintenance, and operation verification procedures on complex medical sterilization and decontamination equipment and systems.
Repair and calibrate sterilization and decontamination equipment and systems.
Inform supervisors about repair status, scheduled inspections, unusual equipment situations, and customer concerns.
Work with, direct, and document subcontractors, vendors, and outside service technicians to ensure proper service delivery.
Maintain field expertise through ongoing training and education; assist with special projects and mentor others by sharing expertise.
Maintain accurate and complete equipment database information, including inventory, performance assurance schedules, nomenclature, and service history.
Follow the Medical Equipment Management Plan and applicable regulatory requirements, policies, and procedures.
Ensure service work and documentation are complete, timely, and accurate.
Build and maintain customer relationships and discuss equipment status and functionality with customers.
Represent TriMedx and adhere to the mission, vision, and values of the organization served.
Inspect inventory status and maintain common failure parts inventory to support equipment uptime.
Verify completion of security analysis for new customer equipment.
Perform incoming inspections and maintain accurate inventory of medical devices, including trial, evaluation, rental, loaner, and permanently assigned equipment.
Make recommendations regarding inventory.