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Medical Equipment Repairers

SOC 49-9062.00Job Zone 3 · Medium Preparationv.26.05

Context coveredThis framework covers the inspection, troubleshooting, calibration, preventive maintenance, installation, safety evaluation, and documentation of medical equipment across clinical and hospital biomedical service environments, from entry-level shop work through organizational leadership.

Sources:O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.SkillsCrosswalkSkillsCrosswalk — O*NET enrichment + adjacency index. Opens in new tab.
Emerging
Entry / Apprentice
  1. Hand tools and basic measuring devices — identify and use under direct supervision during initial equipment maintenance tasks in a clinical repair shop.
  2. Manufacturers' service manuals — locate and read relevant sections under technician guidance to support troubleshooting of common medical equipment.
  3. Preventive maintenance checklists — follow step-by-step to clean, lubricate, and adjust standard medical devices under close supervision in a healthcare facility.
  4. Malfunctioning medical equipment — assist in disassembly under direct supervision, removing accessible components for inspection or replacement.
  5. Maintenance and repair records — enter basic service data into logs or spreadsheet software following established templates and department protocols.
  6. Test and analysis instruments — operate with guidance to measure electrical or mechanical parameters on entry-level medical devices.
  7. Medical equipment installation procedures — support senior technicians in unpacking, positioning, and connecting equipment in patient care areas.
  8. Electrical and mechanical safety regulations — recognize fundamental hazard categories and report potential risks to supervising staff during routine rounds.
  9. Defective parts such as motors and clutches — identify visually and flag for repair or replacement under technician direction in a workshop setting.
  10. Inventory management software — perform basic data entry to record parts received, used, or returned within a biomedical equipment department.
Developing
Mid-level / Established
  1. Standard medical devices such as infusion pumps and patient monitors — test and calibrate independently using manufacturers' manuals and hand or power tools in a hospital biomedical shop.
  2. Preventive maintenance schedules — plan and execute routine service tasks including cleaning, lubrication, and adjustment with minimal oversight across an assigned equipment portfolio.
  3. Test and analysis instruments — apply systematically to inspect and troubleshoot malfunctioning medical equipment, following manufacturer specifications in a clinical environment.
  4. Maintenance, repair, and update records — maintain accurately in facilities management or spreadsheet software, ensuring compliance with departmental documentation standards.
  5. Defective components including transformers and circuit boards — remove, repair, or replace during equipment disassembly using appropriate hand and power tools in a repair facility.
  6. Electrical and mechanical safety checks — conduct on medical equipment and structural environments, identifying hazards and recommending corrective actions to department supervisors.
  7. Medical equipment installation — complete independently for moderate-complexity devices, coordinating with clinical staff to ensure correct placement and operation.
  8. Excess or in-use medical equipment — evaluate condition and serviceability, classifying items in accordance with facility regulations and disposal guidelines.
  9. Troubleshooting techniques — apply deductive reasoning to isolate root causes of equipment failures across familiar device categories in a healthcare setting.
  10. Electronic mail and office suite software — use to communicate repair status, schedule preventive maintenance, and respond to work orders within a biomedical services department.
Proficient
Senior / Expert IC
  1. Complex medical devices such as ventilators, imaging equipment, and surgical lasers — test, calibrate, and repair autonomously using advanced measurement instruments and manufacturers' technical manuals.
  2. Non-routine equipment failures — diagnose independently through systematic troubleshooting, applying inductive and deductive reasoning across multiple device categories in acute-care environments.
  3. Preventive maintenance programs — manage and execute for an entire equipment portfolio, adapting schedules based on manufacturer recommendations and usage data from inventory management software.
  4. Medical software and operating system interfaces — evaluate and configure on networked medical devices to ensure proper functionality and cybersecurity compliance in a hospital setting.
  5. Structural and electrical hazard assessments — perform comprehensive evaluations of medical equipment use environments, ensuring full compliance with NFPA, OSHA, and Joint Commission safety standards.
  6. Defective assemblies including motors, drive systems, and power supplies — overhaul or reconstruct using precision hand tools and electronic diagnostic equipment in a fully equipped biomedical workshop.
  7. Serviceability classifications for excess or in-use equipment — determine authoritatively, preparing disposition reports and recommendations in accordance with regulatory and accreditation requirements.
  8. Equipment installation projects for high-acuity units — lead end-to-end, coordinating with vendors, clinical engineers, and facilities staff to meet safety and operational timelines.
  9. Critical thinking and quality control analysis — apply to identify systemic equipment failure patterns, documenting findings and initiating corrective action plans within the department.
  10. Junior technicians and apprentices — guide on troubleshooting methodologies and documentation practices during complex repair assignments in a healthcare repair environment.
Advanced
Lead / Principal / Executive
  1. Departmental preventive maintenance and repair strategy — design and implement at organizational scale, aligning biomedical equipment programs with patient safety goals and regulatory requirements.
  2. Medical equipment acquisition and disposition policies — establish and enforce, leveraging serviceability evaluation data and inventory management systems across a multi-site healthcare organization.
  3. Biomedical technician teams — lead, mentor, and develop through structured training programs, competency assessments, and performance coaching in a healthcare system.
  4. Organizational safety compliance frameworks — author and oversee for medical equipment and facility environments, integrating electrical, mechanical, and infection-control hazard standards system-wide.
  5. Capital equipment planning processes — inform at the executive level, using engineering analysis, repair cost trends, and technology assessments to guide procurement decisions.
  6. Quality management systems for biomedical services — develop and continuously improve, instituting metrics, audits, and corrective action protocols across all repair and maintenance functions.
  7. Vendor and manufacturer relationships — direct at a strategic level, negotiating service contracts, technical support agreements, and parts supply arrangements to optimize department performance.
  8. Cross-functional technology integration projects — lead in partnership with clinical informatics and nursing leadership to deploy and validate networked medical devices in complex care environments.
  9. Regulatory and accreditation readiness — orchestrate organization-wide, preparing documentation, staff, and equipment records for Joint Commission, FDA, and state health department reviews.
  10. Emerging medical technologies and repair methodologies — evaluate and incorporate into departmental practice, disseminating knowledge through presentations, policy updates, and professional development initiatives.

AI-at-Work Competency Framework

Sources:Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab.Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab.WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab.
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How a worker at each mastery level uses, directs, and evaluates AI tools in this occupation. Each statement cites its evidence inline; click a citation chip to verify the source.

Emerging
  1. AI-assisted manual lookup — queries an AI assistant to locate relevant sections of manufacturers' service manuals and troubleshooting guides, cross-referencing results against the physical documentation before acting WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
Developing
  1. Diagnostic fault-tree generation — prompts an AI tool to produce a structured troubleshooting sequence for a reported equipment symptom, then validates each branch against observed instrument readings before proceeding Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  2. Maintenance record drafting — delegates the formatting and logging of routine preventive-maintenance entries to an AI assistant, reviewing output for accuracy before committing records to the service database.
Proficient
  1. Component failure analysis — directs an AI assistant to cross-reference error codes, calibration deviations, and historical service records to narrow the probable root cause of a malfunction, retaining final diagnostic judgment based on hands-on inspection Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  2. Calibration procedure interpretation — uses an AI tool to translate dense technical specifications from manufacturers' manuals into step-by-step calibration instructions, verifying each step against measuring-device readings during execution WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  3. Parts substitution research — tasks an AI assistant with identifying compatible replacement components (motors, clutches, transformers) from approved supplier databases, then confirms compatibility against equipment schematics before ordering.
Advanced
  1. Predictive maintenance workflow design — architects an AI-assisted monitoring protocol that flags anomalous equipment performance trends from operations data, integrating AI-generated alerts into scheduled service cycles while owning all clinical-safety sign-off decisions Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  2. AI output quality governance — evaluates the reliability of AI-generated troubleshooting recommendations across a fleet of medical devices, establishing acceptance criteria and escalation rules so technicians know when to override AI guidance in safety-critical repair scenarios Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
Evidence pack
SAFI positioning
Top skill: Repairing
Score: 62.1 / 100
precision: category_estimate
WEF cluster
Technology Use, Monitoring and Control
technology_use_monitoring_control
Sources:WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab.Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab.

Pathsmith Durable Skills Framework

Sources:Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
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Ten durable-skill domains mapped to four proficiency/role levels for each occupation. Each statement is aligned to the Pathsmith taxonomy, derived from trusted grounding data and mapped to occupation-specific O*NET tasks and skills.

1Communication12 statements
Emerging
  1. Repair status update — relays basic equipment malfunction findings to supervising technician using standard terminology from manufacturer manuals Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Work order documentation — records maintenance actions and parts replaced in facility service logs using legible written entries O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Customer inquiry response — answers straightforward questions from clinical staff about equipment downtime using plain, non-technical language Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Malfunction briefing — explains troubleshooting findings and repair timelines to biomedical or facilities managers using structured verbal summaries Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Maintenance record narrative — writes detailed service reports capturing symptom, diagnosis, parts used, and corrective action for each repair event O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Cross-department coordination — communicates equipment availability status to nursing or clinical teams, adjusting technical language to match audience knowledge level Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Technical discrepancy report — documents non-conforming equipment conditions with precise measurement data and regulatory references for compliance review Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Vendor communication — exchanges calibration specifications and warranty claim details with manufacturer representatives through accurate written and verbal correspondence O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. End-user instruction — delivers clear, step-by-step guidance to clinical staff on proper equipment operation to prevent recurrence of reported faults Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Regulatory communication — authors facility-wide equipment safety advisories and compliance summaries distributed to clinical leadership and accreditation bodies Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Mentorship briefing — coaches junior repair technicians on translating complex schematic findings into actionable repair narratives for diverse stakeholder audiences Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Cross-functional incident debrief — leads post-failure reviews with biomedical, nursing, and risk management teams, synthesizing technical and operational perspectives into unified corrective action plans Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
2Leadership11 statements
Emerging
  1. Task ownership — completes assigned preventive maintenance schedules independently without requiring step-by-step supervision on routine equipment types Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Safety initiative — flags observed electrical or mechanical hazards on medical equipment to senior technicians before performing repair work O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Repair prioritization — sequences daily work orders by patient-care impact and equipment criticality without waiting for explicit direction from supervisors Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Peer guidance — demonstrates proper calibration procedures to newly onboarded technicians during shared repair shifts Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Process suggestion — proposes adjustments to preventive maintenance intervals based on observed failure patterns across equipment categories O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Project coordination — leads installation projects for newly acquired medical equipment, scheduling facility preparation, delivery, and commissioning across departments Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Safety program stewardship — takes ownership of electrical safety testing schedules and ensures all equipment records reflect current inspection status across assigned service areas O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Junior technician development — assigns progressively complex repair tasks to developing team members and provides structured performance feedback after each job Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Biomedical program leadership — oversees a department-wide equipment lifecycle management program, setting service priorities, staffing assignments, and capital replacement recommendations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Industry mentorship — guides less-experienced repair technicians through complex troubleshooting scenarios and career development planning within the biomedical engineering field Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Continuous improvement leadership — drives adoption of predictive maintenance strategies across the facility by building data-driven repair trend analyses and presenting findings to administration Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
3Metacognition9 statements
Emerging
  1. Learning gap identification — recognizes when a specific equipment model or repair procedure exceeds current knowledge and seeks manufacturer documentation before proceeding Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Procedure self-check — pauses after completing each calibration step to verify own work against the manufacturer's manual before advancing Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Diagnostic strategy awareness — reflects on chosen troubleshooting sequence after a misdiagnosis and adjusts approach for similar equipment faults in future cases Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Skill inventory assessment — identifies personal proficiency gaps across equipment categories and selects targeted training or certification to address specific deficiencies Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Repair approach evaluation — monitors own efficiency across repeated failure types, recognizing when a default diagnostic pathway is producing unnecessary rework and modifying the strategy Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Knowledge transfer planning — prepares structured notes on unfamiliar equipment encounters so that personal learning from novel repairs is retained and retrievable for future jobs Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Error pattern analysis — reviews personal maintenance records to detect recurring mistakes in a specific equipment class and implements deliberate corrective practice Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Expertise calibration — accurately assesses the boundary between own competency and engineering-level support requirements and escalates appropriately without ego-driven delay Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Learning model design — develops self-assessment frameworks for the biomedical repair team that help each technician track skill growth across equipment domains over time Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
4Critical Thinking10 statements
Emerging
  1. Symptom-based isolation — identifies the reported malfunction symptom and matches it to a corresponding section of the manufacturer's troubleshooting guide before disassembling equipment Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Safety inspection logic — applies a structured checklist to evaluate whether electrical or mechanical hazards are present before declaring equipment safe for clinical use O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Root cause differentiation — distinguishes between component failure, user error, and environmental causes of equipment malfunction using test instrument data and usage history Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Specification cross-check — evaluates whether measured performance parameters fall within manufacturer tolerances or require part replacement rather than adjustment O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Evidence-based disposition — assesses serviceability of excess medical equipment by comparing physical condition, test results, and regulatory standards before assigning disposition classification O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Failure mode analysis — systematically eliminates possible fault sources in complex multi-system medical devices by designing and executing a logical sequence of diagnostic tests Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Risk-weighted repair decision — weighs patient safety implications, equipment age, repair cost, and parts availability to recommend repair versus retirement for out-of-tolerance devices Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Regulatory assumption challenge — questions whether a field workaround complies with manufacturer specifications and applicable safety standards before approving the modification Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Systemic failure investigation — leads investigation into repeated equipment failures across a device fleet, identifying whether root cause is a manufacturing defect, maintenance protocol gap, or environmental factor Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Procurement analysis — evaluates competing medical equipment acquisition proposals by critically examining reliability data, serviceability ratings, and total cost of ownership Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
5Collaboration10 statements
Emerging
  1. Clinical staff coordination — works alongside nurses or technologists to reproduce an intermittent equipment fault in the care environment during a scheduled service call Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Parts sourcing cooperation — requests components from inventory or purchasing staff, providing accurate part numbers and urgency context to support timely order fulfillment O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Cross-trade coordination — collaborates with facilities electricians or IT staff when medical equipment repair requires building infrastructure or network support Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Vendor service partnership — works alongside manufacturer field service engineers during complex equipment overhauls, contributing local knowledge and following technical direction O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Shared service coverage — coordinates with fellow biomedical technicians to ensure continuous equipment support coverage during absences or high-demand periods Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Interdepartmental equipment planning — participates in hospital capital equipment committees, contributing repair history and serviceability data to inform purchasing decisions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Installation team integration — coordinates medical equipment installation activities with project managers, clinical educators, and facilities staff to meet commissioning deadlines O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Infection control partnership — works with infection prevention staff to ensure cleaning and disinfection procedures are integrated into maintenance workflows for patient-contact equipment Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. System-wide service program design — co-develops a facility-wide preventive maintenance program with clinical engineering leadership, nursing administration, and compliance officers Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Multi-site collaboration leadership — leads shared biomedical services initiatives across multiple facility locations, aligning repair standards and parts inventories across sites Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
6Character10 statements
Emerging
  1. Safety commitment — refuses to return medical equipment to service when a safety test fails, regardless of clinical urgency pressure, and escalates to supervisor Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Accurate record keeping — documents actual repair actions performed rather than estimated or copied entries in equipment service logs Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Regulatory compliance adherence — follows all applicable safety regulations and manufacturer specifications during equipment inspection and repair without selective omission Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Accountability for errors — self-reports a calibration error to supervisor immediately upon discovery and documents the corrective action taken Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Professional boundary maintenance — declines to perform repairs outside of authorized scope without appropriate supervision or documentation Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Conflict-of-interest transparency — discloses any personal relationship with equipment vendors when providing repair or replacement recommendations to facility management Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Patient-centered professionalism — treats patient privacy and clinical context with discretion when performing repairs in active care areas Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Quality assurance integrity — submits complete and honest condition assessments on equipment evaluations even when findings create difficult procurement decisions for the facility Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Ethics modeling — sets the professional standard for the biomedical team by consistently demonstrating compliance, honesty, and patient safety prioritization under operational pressure Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Whistleblower courage — formally reports observed practices that compromise equipment safety or falsify maintenance records through appropriate compliance channels Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
7Creativity8 statements
Emerging
  1. Improvised diagnostic technique — adapts a standard test procedure to accommodate an unusual equipment configuration when standard access points are unavailable Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Alternative part sourcing — identifies a compatible substitute component when an OEM part is backordered, verifying specification equivalence before installation O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Custom test fixture design — fabricates a simple jig or adapter to allow calibration of a non-standard equipment interface using available workshop materials Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Workflow innovation — proposes a revised preventive maintenance route that reduces travel time between equipment locations without compromising service thoroughness Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Novel fault workaround — engineers a temporary operational solution for a failed subsystem that maintains patient care continuity while awaiting permanent parts, within safety parameters Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Maintenance documentation redesign — creates an improved service record template that captures failure data in a format enabling trend analysis across the equipment fleet Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Predictive maintenance innovation — develops a data-driven equipment monitoring protocol using operational parameters and failure history to anticipate failures before clinical impact occurs Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Cross-domain solution application — applies repair strategies learned from one equipment category to solve a novel fault in a different device class, expanding the team's technical repertoire Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
8Growth Mindset10 statements
Emerging
  1. Unfamiliar equipment engagement — accepts assignment to repair an unfamiliar device model and uses manufacturer documentation and online resources to build working knowledge before starting Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Feedback receptiveness — incorporates supervisor corrections on calibration technique into subsequent repair attempts without defensiveness Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Certification pursuit — enrolls in manufacturer-specific or CBET certification training to expand competency beyond currently assigned equipment categories Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Failure learning — treats a misdiagnosed repair as a structured learning event by reviewing the diagnostic sequence and identifying the decision point where the error occurred Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Technology adaptation — proactively learns the service interface for newly acquired medical equipment platforms before they are deployed into clinical service O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Complexity seeking — volunteers for the most technically challenging repair assignments in the queue to accelerate skill development in advanced equipment systems Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Cross-training investment — dedicates time to learning repair procedures for equipment categories outside of primary specialization to increase overall team flexibility Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Performance benchmark use — reviews own repair callback rates and calibration error frequency against team metrics and sets personal improvement targets each quarter Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Learning culture cultivation — establishes a regular technical knowledge-sharing session for the biomedical team where each member presents a lesson learned from a recent complex repair Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Field evolution adaptation — continuously monitors emerging medical technology trends and proactively acquires training on next-generation equipment before it enters the facility's inventory Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
9Mindfulness9 statements
Emerging
  1. Pre-task hazard awareness — pauses before energizing a repaired device to review the electrical safety checklist, avoiding automatic assumption that the equipment is ready for testing Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Distraction management — refocuses attention on the active calibration procedure when interrupted by a clinical staff inquiry, completing the step before responding Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Patient environment attentiveness — maintains awareness of patient proximity and active clinical activity when performing repairs in occupied care areas to prevent disruption or harm Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Stress recognition — recognizes when time pressure during a critical equipment outage is accelerating the diagnostic process unsafely and deliberately slows to verify each step Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Intentional troubleshooting discipline — applies a deliberate, step-by-step diagnostic methodology even on familiar equipment to avoid confirmation bias and missed fault conditions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Emotional regulation under urgency — maintains steady technical judgment when clinical staff express frustration over equipment downtime, separating emotional pressure from diagnostic decision-making Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Attention allocation during complex repair — manages cognitive load during multi-system device overhauls by using structured checklists to track completed steps and maintain task continuity Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Team mindfulness modeling — coaches junior technicians on recognizing cognitive fatigue during long repair shifts and implementing structured pause-and-verify practices before test and sign-off steps Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Crisis composure — maintains precise technical focus and sound judgment during simultaneous critical equipment failures across multiple departments, triaging effectively without reactive decision-making Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
10Fortitude10 statements
Emerging
  1. Persistence through diagnostic difficulty — continues working through a multi-step troubleshooting procedure on a complex fault without abandoning the effort when initial tests are inconclusive Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Discomfort tolerance — performs maintenance in physically constrained or environmentally challenging locations such as cramped equipment rooms without compromising repair quality O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Extended outage endurance — sustains effective technical performance across prolonged repair shifts during critical equipment failures in high-acuity clinical departments Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Criticism resilience — receives quality control feedback on a failed repair and returns to the task with renewed focus rather than reduced engagement Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Ambiguity navigation — proceeds methodically through a repair when manufacturer documentation is incomplete or unavailable, using engineering principles and component-level analysis Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. High-stakes pressure performance — delivers accurate calibration and safety certification of life-critical equipment such as ventilators or infusion pumps under time-sensitive clinical demand without sacrificing thoroughness Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Repeated setback persistence — continues pursuing the root cause of a recurring equipment failure across multiple repair attempts, adjusting methodology rather than accepting an unresolved fault Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Regulatory pressure steadiness — maintains compliance standards and documentation accuracy during accreditation inspections or regulatory audits without cutting corners under external scrutiny Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Organizational resilience leadership — maintains team morale and service continuity during facility-wide equipment crises by modeling calm persistence and clear prioritization for junior staff Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Long-term program courage — advocates for necessary but politically difficult equipment retirement or replacement decisions in the face of budget pressure or administrative resistance Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Sources:Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
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Related titles
Instrument Repairer · Biomedical Electronics Technician (Biomed Electronics Tech) · Biomedical Engineering Technician (Biomed Engineering Tech) · Biomedical Equipment Specialist (Biomed Equipment Specialist) · Biomedical Equipment Support Specialist (Biomed Equipment Support Specialist) · Biomedical Equipment Technician (BMET) · Biomedical Repair Technician (Biomed Repair Tech) · Biomedical Service Technician (Biomed Service Tech) · Biomedical Technician (Biomed Tech) · Certified Biomedical Engineering Technician (Certified Biomed Engineering Tech) · Certified Biomedical Equipment Technician (CBET) · Coil Repair Technician (Coil Repair Tech)
RAPIDS apprenticeships
0095 · Instrument Repairer
O*NET skills
RepairingEquipment MaintenanceTroubleshootingOperations MonitoringQuality Control AnalysisReading ComprehensionCritical ThinkingActive ListeningActive LearningJudgment and Decision MakingSystems AnalysisTime ManagementComplex Problem SolvingEquipment Selection
Knowledge domains
MechanicalComputers and ElectronicsCustomer and Personal ServiceEnglish LanguageEngineering and TechnologyMathematics
Abilities
Near VisionProblem SensitivityFinger DexterityDeductive ReasoningInformation OrderingWritten ComprehensionInductive ReasoningVisualizationArm-Hand SteadinessManual Dexterity
Work styles
Attention to DetailDependabilityCautiousnessIntegrityIntellectual CuriosityPerseverance
Technology
Facilities management softwareVideo conferencing softwareInventory management softwareMedical softwareSpreadsheet softwareOffice suite softwareElectronic mail softwarePresentation softwareWord processing softwareOperating system software
Tasks · seed anchors for statements
  1. Test or calibrate components or equipment, following manufacturers' manuals and troubleshooting techniques, using hand tools, power tools, or measuring devices.
  2. Perform preventive maintenance or service, such as cleaning, lubricating, or adjusting equipment.
  3. Inspect, test, or troubleshoot malfunctioning medical or related equipment, following manufacturers' specifications and using test and analysis instruments.
  4. Keep records of maintenance, repair, and required updates of equipment.
  5. Disassemble malfunctioning equipment and remove, repair, or replace defective parts, such as motors, clutches, or transformers.
  6. Examine medical equipment or facility's structural environment and check for proper use of equipment to protect patients and staff from electrical or mechanical hazards and to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
  7. Install medical equipment.
  8. Test, evaluate, and classify excess or in-use medical equipment and determine serviceability, condition, and disposition, in accordance with regulations.
CIP education codes
15.0401

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