Medical Equipment Repairer
Medical Equipment Repairer use various tools, including ammeters, voltmeters, and other measuring devices to diagnose problems.The work of Medical Equipment Repairers differs significantly from other precision instrument and equipment repair work.
Although Medical Equipment Repairers work on fine mechanical systems, the larger scale of their tasks requires less precision.
The machines that they repair include electric wheelchairs, mechanical lifts, hospital beds, and customized vehicles.
Medical Equipment Repairers use various tools, including ammeters, voltmeters, and other measuring devices to diagnose problems.
They use hand tools and machining equipment, such as small lathes and other metalworking equipment, to make repairs.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- On the job training with an experienced worker for about three to six months.
- Ability to read and understand technical manuals.
- Good vision and fine motor skills.
- Mechanical aptitude.
- Detail oriented.
- Ability to work independently with little supervision.
Wages
- Medical Equipment Repairers Median hourly wage: $16.04
- Average annual wage: $38,953
Job Outlook
- Estimated number of Medical Equipment Repairers in 2002: 3,100
- Estimated number of Medical Equipment Repairers in 2012: 3,800
- Estimated annual job openings: 160
Possible Career Paths for Medical Equipment Repairers include becoming a :
- Data Processing Equipment Repairer
- Biomedical Equipment Technician
- Supervising Medical Equipment Repairer