Field Service Technician Jobs in Portage, MI

A Field Service Technician in the biotechnology industry is responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing biotechnological equipment at various sites. They provide onsite technical assistance, calibrate systems, perform inspections, and troubleshoot problems to ensure all equipment is in good working order. They also provide training and technical support to users, document service and installation activities, and assist with product upgrades and modifications. This role is vital for ensuring the smooth operation of biotechnology equipment, which contributes to the success of scientific research and medical procedures.

Important skills for this role include strong technical and mechanical aptitude, problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills. Familiarity with biotechnological equipment and processes is a must. Certification in Biotechnical Equipment Technology or similar is often required, along with relevant experience. Prior to becoming a Field Service Technician, one might have roles such as Laboratory Assistant, where they gain experience with lab equipment, Biomedical Technician, where they become acquainted with various medical devices, or even a role as a Technical Support Specialist, providing a foundation in troubleshooting and customer service.

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Animal Research Technician I (Temporary- Potential Permanent)

  • Mattawan, MI (11 miles from Portage, MI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mattawan, MI (11 miles from Portage, MI)
  • 1 day ago

For 75 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our family, you will have a significant...

Clinical Laboratory Technologist

  • Portage, MI
  • 15 days ago
  • Portage, MI
  • 15 days ago

Are you an experienced Clinical Lab Professional? Are you looking to looking to embark on a new challenge in your career, or start your career in Clinical Lab Science? If so, LabCorp wants to...

Animal Research Technician

  • Kalamazoo, MI (5 miles from Portage, MI)
  • 16 days ago
  • Kalamazoo, MI (5 miles from Portage, MI)
  • 16 days ago

Role Description: Zoetis, the world's largest Animal Health company is looking for a qualified individual to fill the role of companion animal technician at the Veterinary Medicine Research and...

Biomedical Technician II

  • Kalamazoo, MI (5 miles from Portage, MI)
  • 23 days ago
  • Kalamazoo, MI (5 miles from Portage, MI)
  • 23 days ago

If you are wondering what makes TRIMEDX different, it's that all of our associates share in a common purpose of serving clients, patients, communities, and each other with equal measures of care...

System Lab Supervisor BMH 3rd Shift Core Lab

  • Kalamazoo, MI (5 miles from Portage, MI)
  • 24 days ago
  • Kalamazoo, MI (5 miles from Portage, MI)
  • 24 days ago

CURRENT BRONSON EMPLOYEES - Please apply using the career worklet in Workday. This career site is for external applicants only. Love Where You Work! Team Bronson is compassionate, resilient and...

Research Lab Technician III/ Senior Research Assistant

  • Kalamazoo, MI (5 miles from Portage, MI)
  • 27 days ago
  • Kalamazoo, MI (5 miles from Portage, MI)
  • 27 days ago

We require the candidate with minimal 2-year laboratory experience on the fields of cell biology, pathology or molecular biology....

Medical Lab Technician

  • Three Rivers, MI (15 miles from Portage, MI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Three Rivers, MI (15 miles from Portage, MI)
  • 30+ days ago

Reports to the Lab Manager. Independently performs qualitative and quantitative laboratory tests in assigned section(s) following established policies and procedures. Identifies problems that may...

Microbiology Laboratory Assistant - Part Time On Call

  • Battle Creek, MI (24 miles from Portage, MI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Battle Creek, MI (24 miles from Portage, MI)
  • 30+ days ago

Eurofins Microbiology is the industry-leading laboratory partner in the complex scientific and regulatory environment or the food sector....

Lab Technician

  • Kalamazoo, MI (5 miles from Portage, MI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Kalamazoo, MI (5 miles from Portage, MI)
  • 30+ days ago

, and 12 hours chemistry, biology, medical technology in any combination; AND 3 months training in each specialty in which high complexity testing is performed....

Lab Supervisor

  • Kalamazoo, MI (5 miles from Portage, MI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Kalamazoo, MI (5 miles from Portage, MI)
  • 30+ days ago

24 semester hours of medical lab technology; or 60 semester hours including 24 hours of science that includes 6 hours chemistry, 6 hours biology, and 12 hours chemistry, biology; or medical lab tech...

Research Lab Tech I

  • Kalamazoo, MI (5 miles from Portage, MI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Kalamazoo, MI (5 miles from Portage, MI)
  • 45+ days ago

chain reaction, and molecular cloning....

Lab Technician

  • Kalamazoo, MI (5 miles from Portage, MI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Kalamazoo, MI (5 miles from Portage, MI)
  • 45+ days ago

Lab Technician Healthcare & Life Sciences $ 19 - $ 21 / Hour location_on Kalamazoo, Michigan work_outline Contract/Temporary FOR JOB favorite_border JOB ON CANDIDATE PORTAL COPY LINK link...

Research Technician I

  • Kalamazoo, MI (5 miles from Portage, MI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Kalamazoo, MI (5 miles from Portage, MI)
  • 90+ days ago

Desirable but not required skills include experience with any or all of sterile tissue culture, flowcytometric analysis, RNA extraction, gel electrophoresis, polymerase chain reaction, and molecularcloning...

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Salary for Field Service Technician Jobs in Portage, MI

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Highest Education Level

Field Service Technicians in Portage, MI offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
50.5%
Master's Degree
23.5%
Doctorate Degree
12.4%
Associate's Degree
6.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.2%
High School or GED
3.0%
Some College
0.5%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Field Service Technicians in Portage, MI
Less than 1 year
43.8%
None
24.2%
4-6 years
15.2%
2-4 years
13.9%
1-2 years
2.9%



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