How to hire an electromedical equipment repairer

How to hire an electromedical equipment repairer, step by step

Here's a step-by-step electromedical equipment repairer hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write an electromedical equipment repairer job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new electromedical equipment repairer
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring an electromedical equipment repairer, identify what type of worker you actually need. Certain positions might call for a full-time employee, while others can be done by a part-time worker or contractor.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

   Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

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   An electromedical equipment repairer's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, electromedical equipment repairers from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list presents electromedical equipment repairer salaries for various positions.

   Type of Electromedical Equipment Repairer	Description	Hourly rate
   Electromedical Equipment Repairer	Medical equipment repairers install, maintain, and repair patient care equipment.	$17-30
   Repairer	The job of a repairer is general maintenance of machinery, general repairs, and routine fixing. They have a very wide range of jobs depending on the organization or workplace... Show more	$20-29
   Equipment Technician	An equipment technician is responsible for handling the operations of company equipment and machinery, inspecting for any malfunctions, and immediately repairing defective components to prevent delays in productivity. Equipment technicians create a report of system failures, referencing documentation to develop consistency with the equipment, and suggest corrective actions... Show more	$13-26

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Electric Motors
   • Electrical Systems
   • Utilities Equipment
   • MOS
   • Switches
   • Electrical Test Equipment
   • Circuit Boards
   • Resistors
   • Troubleshoot
   • Hand Tools
   • Preventive Maintenance
   • Safety Procedures
   • Sustainment Level Maintenance
   • Construction Equipment

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   Responsibilities:

   • Repair and maintain trucks, bulldozers, power shovels and other heavy equipment that are need for construction operations
   • Provide organizational and direct support level maintenance in support of a heavy combat engineer company.
   • Work indoors using ladders, lifts, scaffolding or outdoors/ bucket truck /CDL IDOT certify.
   • Inspect and troubleshoot air conditioner units and refrigeration units.
   • Learned to troubleshoot hydraulics and identify faults on engineer equipment.
   • Provide combat support by maintaining and repairing environmental control systems.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your electromedical equipment repairer job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. An electromedical equipment repairer can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, electromedical equipment repairers' average salary in arkansas is 44% less than in new jersey.
   • Seniority. Entry-level electromedical equipment repairers 43% less than senior-level electromedical equipment repairers.
   • Certifications. An electromedical equipment repairer with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in an electromedical equipment repairer's salary.

   Average electromedical equipment repairer salary

   $48,102yearly

   $23.13 hourly rate

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   Entry-level electromedical equipment repairer salary

   $36,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 15, 2025

4. Writing an electromedical equipment repairer job description

   A good electromedical equipment repairer job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of an electromedical equipment repairer job description:

   Electromedical equipment repairer job description example

   For air traffic controllers to manage the skies, their equipment must function properly; and that's where you come in. As an Air Traffic Control Equipment Repairer, you help ensure flight safety by performing field and sustainment-level maintenance and installation of all air traffic control equipment for the Army National Guard.
   
   As a member of the electronic maintenance team, the Air Traffic Control Equipment Repairer is responsible for the maintenance and installation of air traffic control communications, navigation aids, and landing systems. In short, planes can't take off or land without you.
   
   Test instruments, navigational controls, and simulators using electronic and electrical test equipment
   Replace equipment parts, such as resistors, switches, and circuit boards
   Perform quality control measures
   Install and adjust air traffic control communications and navigation aids systems
   
   Some of the Skills You'll Learn
   Electronic principles and concepts
   
   Through your training, you will develop the skills and experience to enjoy a civilian career with small and large airstrips or airports, manufacturing companies, medical research facilities, satellite communications firms, or airline companies.
   
   Earn While You Learn
   Instead of paying to learn these skills, get paid to train. In the Army National Guard, you will learn these valuable job skills while earning a regular paycheck and qualifying for tuition assistance.
   
   Job training for Air Traffic Control Equipment Repairer consists of 10 weeks of Basic Training, where you'll learn basic Soldiering skills, and 38 weeks of Advanced Individual Training and on-the-job instruction, including practice in repairing and replacing equipment parts. Training consists of both classroom and field work.
   
   Benefits/Requirements
   
   Benefits
   Paid training A monthly paycheck Montgomery GI Bill Federal and State tuition assistance Retirement benefits for part-time service Low-cost life insurance (up to $400,000 in coverage) 401(k)-type savings plan Student Loan Repayment Program (up to $50,000, for existing loans) Health care benefits available VA home loans Bonuses, if applicable Most non-prior service candidates will earn between $200 and $250 per drill weekend, subject to change
   Requirements Military enlistment in the Army National Guard Must be at least a junior in high school, or have a high school diploma or a GED certificate Must be between the ages of 17 and 35 Must be able to pass a physical exam and meet legal and moral standards Must meet citizenship requirements (see NATIONALGUARD.com for details)
   
   Requires military enlistment. Programs and benefits are subject to change. Ask your Army National Guard recruiter for the most up-to-date information. Actual MOS assignment may depend on MOS availability.
   
   Other Job Information
   
   Job Category: Mechanic and Maintenance
   Age Requirements: Must be between the ages of 17 and 35 Electrical electronics installers repairers commercial and industrial equipment electric motor power tool powerhouse substation relay equipment

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5. Post your job

   To find electromedical equipment repairers for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any electromedical equipment repairers they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level electromedical equipment repairers with the right educational background.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your electromedical equipment repairer job on Zippia to find and recruit electromedical equipment repairer candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit electromedical equipment repairers, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new electromedical equipment repairer

   Once you've decided on a perfect electromedical equipment repairer candidate, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, it should include benefits and perks available to the employee. Qualified candidates may be considered for other positions, so make sure your offer is competitive. Candidates may wish to negotiate. Once you've settled on the details, formalize your agreement with a contract.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   To prepare for the new employee's start date, you can create an onboarding schedule and complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9 forms, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Human Resources should also ensure that a new employee file is created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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