Power the Performance Behind Life-Changing Medical Devices as a Maintenance Technician
Location: Sarasota, FL Payrate: $25 - $28/hour Schedule: 1st shift, 6am to 4:30pm
PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leading medical device company to hire a skilled Maintenance Technician who thrives on solving complex problems and keeping critical manufacturing systems operating at peak performance. If you’re driven by precision, reliability, and continuous improvement, this role offers a meaningful opportunity to support products that impact lives.
Role Overview
In this role, you will support and maintain manufacturing and ancillary equipment in a highly regulated medical device environment. Working closely with engineering, quality, and production teams, you’ll ensure equipment reliability, minimize downtime, and uphold strict quality and safety standards. Your work directly contributes to consistent production and the delivery of high-quality medical devices.
Key Responsibilities
Perform and document preventive maintenance (daily, weekly, monthly, annual) on manufacturing and support equipment in accordance with quality system procedures
Troubleshoot and repair equipment failures to minimize downtime and maintain operational efficiency
Apply OEM training to diagnose and repair CNC-controlled and other manufacturing equipment
Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to resolve complex technical issues
Plan, schedule, and execute maintenance-related projects once approved, ensuring timelines and budgets are met
Manage inventory of spare parts and components to support uninterrupted operations
Assist in equipment and process validations (IQ, OQ, PQ) and document results accurately
Support calibration activities for production equipment involving variables such as time, temperature, and pressure
Ensure compliance with all SOPs, quality system requirements, and safety policies
Identify and document process deviations and contribute to corrective actions
Develop and implement process improvement initiatives through to completion
Train and support junior technicians and collaborate across teams to meet departmental goals
Required Qualifications
Education:
High school diploma or GED required
Associate degree, technical certification, or equivalent hands-on training preferred
Experience:
Minimum of 2 years of experience troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining CNC-controlled equipment
Proven ability to diagnose and resolve equipment issues in a manufacturing environment
Prior completion of Maintenance Tech II level responsibilities or equivalent experience
Experience with formal technical training from an accredited source
Skills & Knowledge:
Strong technical aptitude with the ability to make sound decisions independently
Solid record-keeping and documentation skills
Basic computer proficiency and familiarity with maintenance systems/software
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to train and mentor entry-level technicians
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and schedules
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in a regulated industry such as medical device manufacturing
Familiarity with quality systems and validation processes (IQ/OQ/PQ)
Hands-on experience with calibration and precision equipment
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
This is an opportunity to work in a high-impact environment where quality, compliance, and innovation come together. You’ll be part of a collaborative team focused on maintaining the systems that produce critical medical technologies.
Apply Today
If you’re ready to take ownership of equipment reliability and play a vital role in a high-performance team, apply now to be considered for this Maintenance Technician opportunity with PDS Tech Commercial.
Pay Details: $25.00 to $28.00 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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