Surgical Suite Equipment Commissioning Specialist

Ready to turn wrenches that save lives?

Every successful operation depends on expertly installed, tested, and documented equipment. Join STERIS as a Commissioning Specialist and make world-class care possible from day one.

Why this role matters

• Direct impact: Your work ensures patients receive safe, high-quality care the moment equipment goes live.
• Scale and stability: STERIS is a ~$5B global healthcare leader with ~17,000 associates (4,000+ in the field), growing organically and through acquisition.
• Career mobility: Advance across U.S. regions or internationally with robust training and development.

Where you’ll go

• Primary territory: NYC, Manhattan, most of Long Island, and Northern New Jersey (as needed).
• Company vehicle for frequent day trips, plus periodic Monday–Friday travel with likely overnights.
• Some weekend work (not more than two weekends per month); hours flex to customer schedules; overtime is common but not guaranteed.
• Exposure to diverse projects across multiple hospital systems and, at times, other states.

What you’ll tackle

• Coordinate with the Installation Project Manager to lock in dates aligned to deliveries and construction timelines.
• Confirm site readiness—rough-ins, utilities, and transport paths (doorways, elevators, corridors) match spec.
• Uncrate, assemble, position, level, connect utilities, and commission STERIS sterilizers, lights/booms, and related systems.
• Execute functional testing and capture all service documentation electronically.
• Leave it spotless: remove crates/packaging, wipe equipment, and address final customer questions.

Must-haves

• HS diploma/GED and 5+ years recent mechanical experience in construction or HVAC install/repair; OR Associate’s in Electronics/Mechanical (or similar) plus 1+ year related mechanical experience.
• Ability to travel extensively and work flexible hours based on customer needs.
• Strong troubleshooting, Windows proficiency, and clear customer communication.
• Valid driver’s license; clean driving record.

Nice-to-haves

• Plumbing and electrical experience (strongly preferred).
• Commercial plumbing and pipefitting background.
• Electrical schematic and blueprint reading.
• Machine building/assembly experience.
• OSHA 10-Hour certification.

Compensation & benefits

• Competitive base salary plus a 15% differential tied to total hours worked each pay period.
• Overtime opportunities; annual merit review and incentive plans.
• Company vehicle, fuel, and maintenance covered.
• Company credit card, iPhone, and laptop; all business travel expenses paid.
• Uniforms and all necessary tools supplied.
• Medical, vision, prescription, dental, and life insurance.
• 401(k) with company match; paid vacation and holidays.
• Hands-on training and development; tuition assistance.
• Parental leave/adoption assistance; advancement opportunities.

Success profile

• Customer-first mindset and professional communication.
• Hands-on mechanical aptitude with a safety focus.
• Comfort navigating hospitals, construction sites, and changing priorities.

Make the OR ready for its first case

If you’re energized by complex installs, on-the-fly problem solving, and seeing your work directly enable patient care, we’d love to meet you.