Equipment Service Technician

Position Summary

Are you mechanically inclined with a knack for hands-on work? Do you enjoy a flexible schedule and working independently? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where you can make a difference every day by solving complex problems and providing an exceptional Customer experience? If you want to work for a great company where you will have the opportunity to advance your career, join our growing team in Abitibi-Témiscamingue area, QC, as an Equipment Service Technician.

At STERIS, our Equipment Service Technicians act as the face of our company by ensuring top-notch service for our customers. In this field-based, Customer-facing role, you will travel to hospitals, laboratories, surgical facilities, and other Customer locations to maintain, troubleshoot, service, and provide calibration and installation support on complex mechanical, electro mechanical and electronic units. In addition, you will be responsible for building positive relationships with Customers and colleagues, as well as completing necessary administrative tasks.

Individuals with experience working in HVAC repair, Mechanics, Maintenance, Refrigeration, Boilers, Chillers, Equipment Repair, Diesel and Automotive Repair, Aviation Repair, Plumbing, Electrical, etc. are often successful.

Please note that this is a full-time/permanent position. Travel is up to 90% in your vicinity and would include 1 week away every 2 months.

What you'll do as an Equipment Service Technician

• Drive Customer satisfaction through pro-active communication and commitment to resolving Customer’s issues/problems expediently.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance required on STERIS and related product lines in a safe and efficient manner. This includes: disassembling, replacing, or repairing defective parts; rewiring or reassembling as required; troubleshooting, adjusting/calibrating, and certifying equipment ready for use by using standard and specialized tools and test equipment (i.e., schematics, diagrams, technical manuals, etc).
• Troubleshoot, repair, modify, overhaul, or refurbish standard and special purpose equipment and systems components.
• Ensure a positive Customer experience by providing timely PM performance, service calls, warranty calls, field upgrade programs, etc. Perform minor installations as required.
• Utilize technology (smart phone, computer, and related software and applications) to perform administrative duties as assigned to ensure effective planning, utilization, and required document completion. This includes, but is not limited to: planning daily and weekly schedule to achieve optimum utilization; communicate effectively with internal and external Customers; troubleshoot equipment, improve productivity, learn new technologies; complete service reports and activities on-site; maintain on-site Customer Service Logs/Total Maintenance Care books according to STERIS procedures; and maintain tools and parts inventory to prescribed levels as required by District Service Manager.
• Maintain a working relationship with the District Service Manager to advise of activity/changes related to sales opportunities in assigned territory.
• Establish and maintain effective, communicative relationships with Customers, managers, support functions and the sales organization. Communicate activities to Customers related to scheduling Preventative Maintenance and estimated time of arrival for unscheduled work. Pro-actively respond to and resolve Customer problems/issues. Utilize provided product and industry knowledge to assure Customer’s expectations of service are exceeded. Actively seek continuing education opportunities.
• Increase company growth through identifying sales opportunities, and recommending STERIS products/services to Customers. Communicate leads to management and sales staff. Be a positive ambassador for STERIS at Customer sites.
• Respond to routine Customer and sales questions regarding equipment operation and performance. At the Area Service Manager’s discretion, provide on-site support to the sales organization, limited to identifying opportunities, sizing, and utility requirements.
• Maintain courteous and professional demeanor when working with Customers, contractors, management, and fellow employees. Utilize Customer protocols when entering and exiting facilities and abide by all STERIS and Customer Health & Safety protocols and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

The Experience, Skills and Abilities Needed

• High school diploma or GED or Diplôme d'études secondaires (DES);
• At least 1 year of overall work experience and either: completion of at least 1 year of a related technical trade or technology program; or experience in a technical, maintenance, mechanical, or electrical role;
• Strong technical, organizational, problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in French and English.
• Experience with navigating a computer and exposure to Microsoft Office programs.
• Comfortable working independently without supervision.
• Flexibility to handle multiple, changing priorities.

Additional Requirements

• Willingness to work in a hospital setting that may include visibility to emergency trauma.
• Must have a valid provincial driver’s license with acceptable record and must maintain all required vaccines;
• Ability to travel to the USA for training;
• Ability to work flexible hours (at times outside “normal business hours”) and travel as required (90%).

What STERIS Offers

We value our employees and are committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, well-being, and financial future.

Here is just a brief overview of what we offer:

• Base Salary + Incentive Compensation Program
• Company Provided Vehicle + Cell Phone + Laptop
• Excellent Healthcare Benefits
• 3 weeks paid vacation per year + company holidays based on Province
• RRSP matching program
• Parental Leave
• Opportunities for advancement in a stable long-term career
• Hands-on Training Program
• Additional Add-On Benefits/Discounts

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This position requires knowledge of English due to the nature of the duties involved, including regular communications outside the province of Quebec, training, email communications, and frequent meetings and interactions with English-only employees. The employer has taken all reasonable steps to avoid imposing this language requirement, in accordance with the Charter of the French Language.

STERIS is a leading global provider of products and services that support patient care with an emphasis on infection prevention. WE HELP OUR CUSTOMERS CREATE A HEALTHIER AND SAFER WORLD by providing innovative healthcare and life sciences products and services around the globe. For more information, visit www.steris.com.

STERIS strives to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.