Internship Sewing Machine Mechanic Jobs in Virginia

• You do not have to have previous instrument repair experience to be considered for this role.
• Examples of transferable experience into this role may include hands-on repair, assembly, product testing, small engine repair, cell phone/ electronics repair/ testing/ re-builds, carpentry, circuit board assembly/ repair, industrial sewing, jewelry repair, maintenance, construction, welding, fabrication, automotive repair, and much more.
• In this position, you will perform surgical instrument inspection, repair, and refurbishment in a field-based setting. Technicians work out of mobile repair trucks at Customer sites and regional labs in more condensed markets. 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.
• This is a safety sensitive position.

• You will perform basic level repair and maintenance of surgical instruments, including ultra sonic, buff and polish, bending, shaping, sharpening, hinge points, serrations, and brazing.
• You'll provide invoicing, work orders, and daily documentation in accordance with Customer reporting and contractual/regulatory requirements, including end-of-day reporting, such as the OAR.
• Complete Preventative Maintenance Inspection (PMI), as needed, within training and capability level.
• You will be responsible for adhering to DOT, company, and Customer protocols for the safe operation of the On Location repair truck, including vehicle and equipment safety procedures.
• You'll abide by all Company safety and health policies, uses personal protective equipment and complete safety observations per site requirements.
• While primarily working inside a mobile repair truck, frequent trips inside the hospital are required.
• You will provide support to various locations within assigned territory depending on the service agreements, Customer needs, and staffing levels.

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum of 1 year of hands on experience that may include repair, assembly, product testing, or use of small hand tools (or equivalent transferable experience). May include experience such as carpentry, sterile processing, industrial sewing, jewelry repair, maintenance, machining, tool and die, mechanical/ repair, construction, small engine repair, cell phone/ pc/ tablet repair, testing and rebuilds, circuit board assembly, fabrication, welding, or automotive repair. All experience must be verifiable.
• Related certifications in technical or mechanical area, competitive equipment training or related military experience may be considered towards experience requirement
• Must be able to lift up to 100 pounds at times and push instrument rolling carts weighing up 150 pounds at times
• Must be able to meet flexible schedules with early/late hours, sometimes outside normal business hours, including nights and weekends, based on Customer needs
• Must be a minimum of 21 years old with the ability to meet FMCSA/DOT and drivers license requirements
• Must be able to pass a DOT medical/ physical exam, comply with all DOT regulations and conduct basic box truck safety checks
• Must have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record. CDL required where applicable.

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

Here is a brief overview of what we offer:

• Competitive pay, overtime opportunity, and quarterly incentive plan
• Extensive hands-on training and development
• Career progression path with STERIS Instrument Management Services and growth opportunities in other parts of STERIS
• Extensive paid time off and 9 added holidays
• Excellent healthcare, dental and vision benefits
• Long/ short term disability coverage
• 401(k) with a company match
• Maternity and parental leave
• Additional add-on benefits/ discounts for programs, such as pet insurance
• Tuition reimbursement and continued education programs