Medical Equipment Repairers

Test, adjust, or repair biomedical or electromedical equipment.

SOC: 49-9062.00

Common Job Titles

Biomedical Electronics Technician (Biomed Electronics Tech)Biomedical Equipment Technician (BMET)Biomedical Technician (Biomed Tech)Service Technician (Service Tech)

What You'll Need to Succeed

AI-generated

Key competencies for this occupation at a glance

  • Hands-onPerform complex repairs on biomedical and electromedical equipment using specialized diagnostic tools and test equipment in healthcare facilities.
  • KnowledgeAnalyze equipment malfunctions and system failures using troubleshooting methodologies and diagnostic software to identify root causes.
  • Hands-onCalibrate medical equipment and test instruments following manufacturer specifications and regulatory compliance standards.
  • KnowledgeEvaluate equipment performance against safety and quality standards through systematic inspection and compliance testing procedures.
  • Hands-onExecute preventive maintenance schedules on mechanical and electronic medical systems working independently across multiple healthcare departments.
  • KnowledgeInterpret technical manuals, schematics, and diagnostic readouts to determine repair procedures and component specifications.
  • Hands-onOperate digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, and specialized medical equipment analyzers to measure electrical parameters and verify system functionality.
  • KnowledgeRecord maintenance activities, repair documentation, and compliance test results using computerized maintenance management systems and regulatory tracking tools.
  • KnowledgeApply knowledge of mechanical, electronic, and computer systems when diagnosing complex equipment issues in time-sensitive clinical environments.
  • MindsetRespond to urgent equipment failures and clinical staff requests with prioritized service delivery and effective communication in patient care settings.
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics

Annual wage data for Medical Equipment Repairers (2024)

Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)

60,830

Wage Distribution by Percentile

MetricU.S.
10% of workers earn the following or less$39,060
10% of workers earn the following or more$99,290
Workers on average earn$66,810

+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)

Skills & Requirements

Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance

  • Mechanical4.2/5
  • Computers and Electronics3.9/5
  • Customer and Personal Service3.9/5
  • English Language3.6/5
  • Engineering and Technology3.4/5
Tools & Technology

Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation

In-Demand Technology

Frequently requested by employers in job postings

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft WordSAP softwareSalesforce software

Technology Skills

Computerized maintenance management system CMMSFaceTimeMedical equipment diagnostic softwareOperating system softwareWeb browser software

Tools & Equipment

Adjustable wrenchesAir line moisture metersAllen wrenchesAmp metersAnalytical balancesAntistatic alignment toolsAntistatic floor matsAudio meters