Technician- San Diego, CA
About The Position
STERIS is hiring a field-based Technician to inspect, repair, and refurbish surgical instruments at Customer sites and regional labs. Technicians typically work from mobile repair trucks and provide timely, high-quality repairs that meet compliance standards. The position involves daily driving of a company vehicle, frequent trips inside hospitals, and support for various locations within an assigned territory. Occasional overnight travel may be required. Candidates must be based in California to support the assigned territory. This is a safety-sensitive position; 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 in repair, assembly, product testing, or use of small hand tools, or equivalent transferable experience.
- 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 and comply with DOT regulations.
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record; CDL required where applicable.
- Ability to lift up to 100 pounds at times and push instrument rolling carts weighing up to 150 pounds at times.
- Ability to work flexible schedules with early or late hours, sometimes outside normal business hours, including nights and weekends, based on Customer needs.
- Must be based in California to support the assigned territory.
Nice To Haves
- Related technical or mechanical certifications, competitive equipment training, or related military experience may be considered toward the experience requirement.
- Transferable experience may include carpentry, sterile processing, industrial sewing, jewelry repair, maintenance, machining, tool and die, mechanical repair, construction, small-engine repair, cell phone/PC/tablet repair, testing and rebuilds, circuit-board assembly, fabrication, welding, or automotive repair.
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 invoicing, work orders, and daily documentation in accordance with Customer reporting, 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 according to site requirements.
- Travel to and support locations within the assigned territory based on service agreements, Customer needs, and staffing levels.
- Drive a company vehicle daily and conduct basic box-truck safety checks.
Benefits
- Extensive 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.
- Add-on benefits and discounts, such as pet insurance.
- Tuition reimbursement and continued education programs.
- Opportunities for advancement in a stable, long-term career.
- Bonus participation.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
