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Novair USA Corp Biomedical Equipment Repair Technician in North Tonawanda, New York
North Tonawanda. Novair USA. Biomedical Equipment Repair Technician. $28 - $32/hour.
Job Summary We are seeking a skilled and motivated Biomedical Equipment Repair Technician to join our factory team. In this hands-on role, you will focus on diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining medical gas and vacuum equipment, while also supporting production assembly and testing processes. You will serve as a key technical resource by handling field customer troubleshooting calls, providing remote support, and conducting training sessions for field service technicians. This position offers the opportunity to grow with a growing company, take on leadership responsibilities, and contribute to high-quality medical solutions that impact patient care. Note: This role involves significant travel (up to 80%), including potential international assignments.
Key Responsibilities * Diagnose and repair faults in medical gas systems, vacuum pumps (e.g., oilless claw, dry rotary vane, lubricated systems), air compressors, and related equipment. * Perform preventive maintenance, calibration, troubleshooting, and component replacement to ensure optimal performance and compliance with industry standards. * Assist in factory production assembly, testing, and quality assurance of medical gas and vacuum systems. * Respond to customer field service calls via phone/email for remote troubleshooting of installed equipment issues. * Conduct technical training sessions and provide guidance to field service technicians on equipment operation, maintenance, and best practices. * Document all repairs, maintenance activities, service calls, and training sessions accurately. * Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and service teams to improve processes and resolve complex issues. * Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient work environment in the factory and during travel/field-related activities.
Qualifications & Requirements * Technical certificate or Associate degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or related field (preferred; equivalent hands-on experience considered). * 5+ years of hands-on experience in repairing and maintaining biomedical, medical, or complex industrial equipment (minimum 35 years maintaining complex industrial systems required). * Proven experience with PLC-based control systems. * Strong troubleshooting ability in electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems, including reading schematics and using diagnostic tools (multimeters, pressure/vacuum gauges, etc.). * Ability to travel up to 60% if needed, including international travel, for customer support, installations, training, or on-site troubleshooting. * Excellent communication skills both verbal and written with strong professional customer presence; ability to explain technical concepts clearly to customers, field techs, and team members. * Background as a technician or engineer in a related field (no degree strictly required, but relevant education a plus). * Familiarity with medical gas standards (e.g., NFPA 99) and safety protocols is highly desirable; knowledge of compliance requirements for medical gas and vacuum systems preferred. * Preferred certifications: ASSE 6040 (Medical Gas Systems Maintenance Personnel) or equivalent credentials in medical gas maintenance/repair; other relevant certifications (e.g., ASSE Series 6000) a plus. * Strong leadership qualities: self-starter, motivated to excel, proactive problem-solver, and eager to take initiative and grow within the company. * Comfortable working independently and as part of a collaborative team. * Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Preferred * Experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, or FDA-regulated environments.
Forward cover letter and resume to: jackie.todd@novair-usa.com
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