Field Service Technician Jobs in Houston, TX

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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Fire Test Lab Technician

  • Houston, TX
  • 5 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 5 hours ago

Job Overview: We’re looking for a motivated and skilled Fire Test Lab Technician to join our fire testing lab. This hands-on role is ideal for someone with a construction or firestop background...

Lab Technician - 2nd Shift

  • Spring, TX (21 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Spring, TX (21 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 7 hours ago

Shift: 2:00pm-10:30pm CST Production functions may include, but are not limited to, the tasks below. Specific functions vary for each department. location: Spring, Texas job type: Contract salary:...

Research Technician III - Genetics

  • Houston, TX
  • 14 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 14 hours ago

Assist or perform a broad range of cell, molecular biology and biochemistry assay, including extraction of DNA, RNA and protein from cells and tissues, immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence, western...

Medical Laboratory Asst II, Days

  • Houston, TX
  • 17 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 17 hours ago

., Anatomical Pathology, Microbiology, Molecular, etc.): Performs advanced functions such as assisting with frozen sections, special stain procedures, cytology processing, fine needle aspirations (FNAs...

Medical Laboratory Technician

  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago

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

Laboratory Assistant Technical

  • Houston, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 4 days ago

Qualifications Required Education and Experience Opt 1: Bachelor Degree with a combination of 30 semester hrs of biology and chemistry (must include both), AND successful completion of an accredited...

Research Technician II - Metabolism

  • Houston, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 5 days ago

Xia Gao's lab at BCM studying amino acid metabolism in cancer and obesity utilizing a combination of metabolomics, molecular biology techniques, in vitro and in vivo animal models etc....

Lab Analyst- Bacteriology

  • Houston, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 5 days ago

Company DescriptionEurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and...

Research Technician III - Aging and Cancer Research

  • Houston, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 6 days ago

Learn to work with cells, enteroids and harvested mouse/rat tissues, extract DNA and RNA, and perform molecular biology experiments....

Lab Analyst- Bacteriology

  • Pasadena, TX (10 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 6 days ago
  • Pasadena, TX (10 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 6 days ago

Company Description Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and...

TEM Lab Technician

  • Pasadena, TX (10 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 6 days ago
  • Pasadena, TX (10 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 6 days ago

Company Description Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and...

Lab Analyst- Mold

  • Pasadena, TX (10 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 6 days ago
  • Pasadena, TX (10 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 6 days ago

Company Description Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and...

Coatings Lab Technician in Northeast Houston, TX

  • Houston, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 7 days ago

custom batches Assist Lab Manager with R&D of new and existing products M aintain R&D material inventories Maintain housekeeping of assigned areas Qualifications: Basic understanding of Chemistry or Biology...

Coatings Lab Technician in Northeast Houston, TX

  • Houston, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 7 days ago

custom batches Assist Lab Manager with R&D of new and existing products M aintain R&D material inventories Maintain housekeeping of assigned areas Qualifications: Basic understanding of Chemistry or Biology...

Cytotech - FT/Days

  • Houston, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 7 days ago

The Cytotechnologist performs all repetitive tests that necessitate knowledge of cytological technique and related instruments. Identifies and interprets cellular abnormalities and/or inclusions...

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Salary for Field Service Technician Jobs in Houston, TX

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Highest Education Level

Field Service Technicians in Houston, TX 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 Houston, TX
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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