Sterilizer Repair Technician

Sterilizer Repair Technician

•  Des Moines, IA & Surrounding Territory
•  Competitive Hourly Pay (Based on Experience) + $5,000 Sign-On Bonus
•  Full-Time | Direct Hire | Field Service

Join a leading medical device services organization that supports hospitals, surgery centers, laboratories, and research facilities by ensuring critical sterilization and washing equipment remains operational. This is an excellent opportunity for a mechanically inclined Field Service Technician who enjoys troubleshooting complex equipment, working independently, and making a direct impact on patient care.

 

Position Overview

As a Sterilizer Repair Technician, you will travel throughout the Des Moines region performing installation, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of sterilization, industrial washing, and surgical equipment. You'll partner directly with healthcare professionals to ensure essential medical equipment operates safely, efficiently, and reliably.

This is a hands-on field service role ideal for candidates with strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting experience and previous experience servicing sterilizers or industrial washing systems.

 

Compensation & Perks

• Competitive Hourly Pay (Based on Experience)
• $5,000 Sign-On Bonus (requires a one-year employment commitment; repayment required if employment ends before one year.)
• Travel reimbursement provided
• Company-provided laptop and service technology
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Accident, Critical Illness & Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Ongoing training, certifications, and professional development
• Excellent career growth opportunities

 

Schedule

• Monday–Friday
• Typical hours: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• Occasional emergency service calls as needed to support customer equipment

 

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, refurbish, and maintain industrial washing, sterilization, and surgical equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance and emergency repairs on equipment from manufacturers including Getinge (CASTLE), Steris (AMSCO), Consolidated, Tuttnauer, and other leading manufacturers.
• Install new equipment and complete equipment modifications.
• Service equipment including:
• Autoclaves
• Sterilizers
• Rack Washers
• Tunnel Washers
• Bottle Fillers
• Bedding Dispensers
• Blanket Warmers
• Surgical Lights
• Surgical Tables
• Maintain accurate service documentation and inventory records.
• Educate customers on proper equipment operation and preventive maintenance.
• Build strong customer relationships through exceptional service.
• Plan and manage service schedules to ensure timely completion of assignments.
• Complete service reports within required timelines using company software.
• Identify opportunities for equipment upgrades and additional service solutions.
• Follow all company safety policies and customer site protocols.

 

Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum 1 year of experience repairing and maintaining Getinge (CASTLE) and/or Steris (AMSCO) washing, sterilization, or surgical equipment
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• Strong mechanical, electrical, and troubleshooting skills
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems
• Computer proficiency with Windows-based software
• Excellent communication, organization, and customer service skills
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work independently in a field service environment

 

Preferred

• Technical school education in mechanical, electrical, or electronics
• 1–3 years of field service experience (or 3–5 years of equivalent hands-on technical experience)
• Previous experience servicing medical sterilization equipment in hospitals, laboratories, universities, or healthcare environments

 

Travel Requirements

• Travel throughout the assigned Des Moines territory and surrounding areas
• 60–90% local travel
• Customer sites may be located up to 3 hours from your home base
• Travel reimbursement provided
• Flexibility to respond to occasional emergency service calls and accommodate customer schedules as needed

 

Benefits

• Competitive hourly compensation
• $5,000 Sign-On Bonus
• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Accident, Critical Illness & Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Continuous training, certifications, and career development
• Collaborative, team-oriented work environment focused on professional growth

 

Ideal Background

This opportunity is well suited for experienced professionals with backgrounds such as:

• Sterilizer Repair Technician
• Field Service Technician
• Biomedical Equipment Technician (BMET)
• Medical Equipment Repair Technician
• Medical Device Field Service Technician
• Industrial Equipment Service Technician
• Autoclave Service Technician
• Healthcare Equipment Technician

 

If you're passionate about solving technical problems, delivering exceptional customer service, and supporting healthcare facilities by keeping critical equipment running at peak performance, we'd love to hear from you.

Pay Details: $31.25 to $36.06 per hour

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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