Field Service Technician Jobs in South Dakota

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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Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)

  • Flandreau, SD
  • 21 hours ago
  • Flandreau, SD
  • 21 hours ago

Location: Avera Flandreau Hospital Worker Type: Regular Work Shift: Primarily days with night, weekend and holiday on-call involvement (United States of America) Pay Range: The pay range for this...

Location: Avera Gregory Hospital Worker Type: Regular Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America) Pay Range: The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon...

Sleep Laboratory Technologist or Licensed Practical Nurse

  • Pierre, SD
  • 2 days ago
  • Pierre, SD
  • 2 days ago

Location: Avera St Mary's Hospital Worker Type: Regular Work Shift: Night Shift (United States of America) Pay Range: The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent...

Sleep Laboratory Technologist

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 6 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 6 days ago

Location: Avera McKennan Hospital Worker Type: Regular Work Shift: Night Shift (United States of America) Pay Range: The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon...

Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) or Laboratory Technician - Clinic

  • Chamberlain, SD
  • 16 days ago
  • Chamberlain, SD
  • 16 days ago

Location: Access Health Chamberlain Worker Type: Regular Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America) Pay Range: The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon...

Location: Access Health Brookings Worker Type: PRN Work Shift: Primarily days with possible weekends/evenings/holidays (United States of America) Pay Range: The pay range for this position is...

Location: Avera Milbank Area Hospital Worker Type: PRN Work Shift: Rotating days/evenings/nights/weekends/holidays (United States of America) Pay Range: The pay range for this position is listed...

Location: Avera Flandreau Hospital Worker Type: PRN Work Shift: Rotating days/evenings/nights/weekends (United States of America) Pay Range: The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual...

Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Laboratory Technician - Core Lab - FT

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 21 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 21 days ago

Careers With Purpose Sanford Healths Laboratory team has a culture and reputation of providing safe and highly reliable results that bring patients to better health every day. Join the Laboratory...

Medical Laboratory Technician - Pierre Clinic - FT - Days

  • Pierre, SD
  • 22 days ago
  • Pierre, SD
  • 22 days ago

Careers With Purpose Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We're proud to offer many development and advancement...

Sleep Laboratory Technologist PRN

  • Yankton, SD
  • 25 days ago
  • Yankton, SD
  • 25 days ago

Location: Avera Sacred Heart Hospital Worker Type: PRN Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America) Pay Range: The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon...

Medical Laboratory Technician

  • Vermillion, SD
  • 27 days ago
  • Vermillion, SD
  • 27 days ago

Careers With Purpose Sanford Healths Laboratory team has a culture and reputation of providing safe and highly reliable results that bring patients to better health every day. Join the Laboratory...

Careers With Purpose Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We're proud to offer many development and advancement...

Cytotechnologist

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 45+ days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 45+ days ago

American Society of Clinical Pathology); or (3) Before September 1, 1992, have successfully completed two years in an accredited institution (12 semester hours in science, eight of which are in biology...

Careers With Purpose Sanford Healths Laboratory team has a culture and reputation of providing safe and highly reliable results that bring patients to better health every day. Join the Laboratory...

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Salary for Field Service Technician Jobs in South Dakota

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Field Service Technicians in South Dakota 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 South Dakota
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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