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Adaptive Equipment Specialist

Binghamton, NY · On-site

$53K - $68K/yr

Duties Description Designs, constructs, modifies, and maintains adaptive equipment for individuals, such as positioning devices, mobility-related devices, sleeping systems, seating and positioning ...

Allegiance

$36K - $36K/yr

Adaptive Equipment Technician Department: School-Based Reports To: Widener School Principal The School District of Philadelphia is committed to becoming the fastest improving District in the country ...

The School District of Philadelphia

$36K - $36K/yr

Adaptive Equipment Technician Department: School-Based Reports To: Widener School Principal The School District of Philadelphia is committed to becoming the fastest improving District in the country ...

Troy University

Certified Adaptive Driving Instructor

Troy, AL · On-site

$17 - $21.25/hr

These duties will include but not be limited to: assisting CDRS in evaluation and training for ADT services, maintaining specialized adaptive equipment and devices related to ADT program for use in ...

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How much do adaptive equipment jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for adaptive equipment in the United States is $28.53, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.56 and $31.97 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of an adaptive equipment specialist?

As an Adaptive Equipment Specialist, your day-to-day tasks often include conducting assessments to determine clients' needs, recommending appropriate adaptive devices, and training both clients and caregivers on their use. You'll often collaborate with healthcare providers, therapists, and social workers to ensure the best possible support for each individual. Adjusting and maintaining equipment, documenting client progress, and staying updated on new technologies in adaptive equipment are also common responsibilities. This role is highly interactive, requiring hands-on engagement with both people and devices to deliver personalized solutions.

What is adaptive equipment?

An Adaptive Equipment job involves selecting, designing, and providing tools or devices that help individuals with disabilities or mobility challenges perform daily tasks independently. Professionals in this field assess a person's needs and recommend specialized equipment such as wheelchairs, adaptive utensils, or communication devices. They may work in healthcare settings, rehabilitation centers, or assistive technology companies. Their goal is to enhance a person's quality of life by improving accessibility and functionality in their environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the adaptive equipment position, and why are they important?

To thrive in an Adaptive Equipment Specialist role, you need a solid understanding of assistive technology, patient assessment, and knowledge of disability accommodations, often supported by a background in occupational therapy, physical therapy, or rehabilitation sciences. Familiarity with tools such as wheelchairs, communication devices, mobility aids, and adaptive computer hardware/software is important, and certification in assistive technology (e.g., ATP certification) may be preferred. Strong communication, problem-solving skills, and empathy are key soft skills for effectively interacting with clients, caregivers, and interdisciplinary teams. These abilities ensure appropriate recommendations and successful implementation of adaptive solutions to improve clients' independence and quality of life.

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Infographic showing various Adaptive Equipment job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $59,344 per year, or $28.5 per hour.

Adaptive Equipment Tech

Upstate Cerebral Palsy

Barneveld, NY

$18.99/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 14 hours ago

Job description

The Adaptive Equipment Technician is responsible to schedule and provide maintenance and repair to wheelchairs and adaptive equipment, assist therapists with adaptive equipment needs, arrange for necessary transportation and loaners, complete all required paperwork, communicate with health care professionals on adaptive equipment issues, maintain a supply and inventory, assist with departmental maintenance and supplies and participate in Agency activities.

Core Responsibilities 

    • Schedule and provide wheelchair and adaptive equipment preventive maintenance.
    • Use equipment and tools necessary to repair wheelchairs and/or adaptive equipment.
    • Work in the area of electronics, including work with 6, 12, and 24-volt batteries.
    • Schedule and provide wheelchair and adaptive equipment repairs, prioritizing requests as routine or emergency.
    • Assist therapists in assessing fabrication, modification, and repair of adaptive equipment, as needed.
    • Arrange necessary transportation and for loaner wheelchairs during maintenance and repairs.
    • Complete all required documentation according to program regulations, including daily work logs and supply inventory logs.
    • Communicate with health care professionals regarding wheelchair and adaptive equipment issues.
    • Maintain a supply and inventory of parts from non-functioning wheelchairs and other adaptive equipment to use in needed repairs.
    • Assist with departmental maintenance and supplies.
    • Participate in activities as part of the treatment team that may include meetings, attending and providing in-service trainings and committees.
    • Ensure compliance with all pertinent government and agency regulations and operating standards.
    • Establish a work environment that creates positive communication between supervisors and employees and assimilates new employees to the Agency’s culture, values and mission.

        Qualifications

          • High School Degree or equivalent
          • Must have a valid NYS Driver’s License

              Benefits 

              Our work environment provides the opportunity to grow and learn in a fast-paced atmosphere.  We offer competitive benefits and salary to include a low-cost individual health insurance plan, dollar for dollar retirement match (up to 7%), life insurance, voluntary benefits and generous paid time off. 

              • Comprehensive Health/Dental/Vision
              • Direct Deposit
              • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
              • Retirement Plan 403(b)
              • Life Insurance
              • Voluntary Benefits
              • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
              • Generous PTO Plans (Sick, Vacation and Employee Leave) 
              • Tuition Reimbursement
              • Service Awards
              • Employee Appreciation Events
              • Employee Discounts

              Upstate Caring Partners is the premier provider of direct-care services and programs in Central New York for individuals of all abilities and their families.  If you believe in empowering people, Upstate Caring Partners is an excellent place to start or grow your career.  Please visit our careers website to access the full job description located within the job posting.  upstatecpjobs.org

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