
Repair Technician I
- Chicago, IL
- Permanent
- Full-time
- When surgical instruments are sharpened and working properly, surgeons can focus on providing the best care for their patients. STERIS offers a variety of repair solutions to meet the needs of the Customer including onsite mobile repair services, in house repair lab services, or one of five national repair centers.
- You do not have to have previous instrument repair experience to be considered.
- This is an entry level job - we will train you!
- In this position, you will perform surgical instrument inspection, repair, and refurbishment in both a repair lab and in a field-based setting (driving and working in a mobile repair truck). Technicians deliver superior Customer Experience by providing timely and quality repairs to meet compliance standards.
- This position may require occasional overnight travel.
- This role requires daily travel by driving a company vehicle. If offered this position, STERIS will run a 7 year driving record check, as part of our onboarding process.
- High school diploma or GED required
- 2+ years of work experience, including at least 1 year of relevant experience*, or 1 year of experience at STERIS. All experience must be verifiable.
- Must be able to meet flexible schedules with early/late hours and occasional overnight/out of state travel, based on Customer and business needs.
- Must be able to pass a DOT medical/ physical exam and comply with all DOT regulations.
- Must have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record (CDL not required) and maintain required vaccines.
- Ability to drive DOT regulated vehicle and conduct basic box truck safety checks.
- Must be at least 21 years old to meet the FMCSA age requirement for commercial interstate driving.
- Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times and push instrument carts ranging from 10-150 pounds at times.
- Must be able to be compliant with hospital/customer credentialing requirements
- Hands-on repair, assembly, or product testing and use of small hand tools is a plus. Examples are 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.