Biomedical/Lab Equipment Technician - Team Lead (Startup Environment)

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a motivated Biomedical / Laboratory Equipment Technician to join a small, growing startup in a Team Lead role. This position is well suited for either an early-career technician looking to grow quickly, or an experienced professional seeking a more hands-on, flexible environment away from large corporate structures.

This role requires a self-starter who enjoys variety, takes ownership of their work, and is motivated to continuously learn. The Technician will support laboratory equipment service activities while helping coordinate day-to-day tasks and serving as a direct point of contact for customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, basic calibration, troubleshooting, and repair of laboratory equipment
• Support daily service operations and help coordinate tasks within a small technical team
• Learn new equipment platforms and service procedures through hands-on training
• Communicate directly with customers via phone and email to provide service updates and technical support
• Maintain clear and accurate service, calibration, and customer documentation
• Assist with scheduling service activities and tracking work in a CMMS or service log
• Participate in equipment installations, inspections, and decommissioning
• Take initiative to stay productive and identify work in a startup environment
• Contribute ideas to improve processes, documentation, and customer experience

Equipment Supported

• Laboratory microscopes (optical, stereo)
• Spectrophotometers
• Centrifuges (benchtop and clinical)
• Laboratory mixers, shakers, and agitators

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Early-career technician eager to build skills or experienced technician seeking a smaller, less bureaucratic environment
• Self-motivated and comfortable working independently in a small team
• Strong willingness and ability to learn new equipment and procedures
• Hands-on problem solver with a practical, can-do mindset
• Comfortable interacting with customers by phone and email
• Organized, dependable, and adaptable

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Biomedical Engineering Technology, Electronics, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 1–4 years of experience with laboratory, biomedical, electronics, or technical equipment
• Basic understanding of mechanical and electrical systems
• Experience in laboratory, clinical, research, or technical service environments preferred
• Familiarity with service documentation or CMMS systems a plus

Certifications (Preferred, Not Required)

• CBET, CLES, or similar
• OEM or internal equipment training

Work Environment

• Small startup environment with close collaboration and flexibility
• Mix of bench work, customer support, and hands-on service
• Occasional flexible hours as needed
• Ability to lift and handle laboratory equipment

Why This Role Is Different

• Minimal bureaucracy and direct access to decision-makers
• Variety of work and meaningful ownership of responsibilities
• Training and growth for motivated candidates
• Opportunity to help shape how things are done

Compensation

• Target salary range: $50,000 – $55,000, based on experience