Field Service Technician

Ohio Medical is a global leader in medical air and vacuum pumping systems, suction, and oxygen therapy devices. Our trusted brands, including Ohio Medical and Amvex, offer cutting-edge solutions such as suction regulators, air and oxygen flow meters, pumping systems, and portable suction equipment. Operating in an FDA-regulated facility, we adhere to ISO 13485, ISO 9001, and NFPA 99 standards, ensuring high-quality and reliable products that meet global regulatory requirements. Headquartered in Gurnee, IL, we take pride in our commitment to patient safety, innovation, and quality products.

With a history dating back over 100 years, Ohio Medical has shaped the medical industry. In 1910, we manufactured one of the first anesthesia gas machines, The Ohio Monovalve, which was extensively used during World War I. Our legacy includes innovations such as the Push-To-SetTM (PTS) suction regulator and advancements in medical gas and oxygen therapy. In 2022, Ohio Medical joined The ESAB Corporation, furthering our mission to deliver innovative, high-quality products that prioritize patient safety. Join a team where history meets innovation and make an impact on the future of healthcare.

The Field Service Technician position provides field and inside support activities which include start up and in-service training, corrective and preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and warranty evaluations. Technician is required to provide quality, service, and support of all Ohio Medical source air and vacuum equipment, medical gas pipeline equipment, components, assemblies, and sub-assemblies. Follow company’s ISO, FDA, and budgetary guidelines with minimizing customer down time. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES  (Include but not limited to):

• Receives On-The-Job Training from FST III to perform start up and in-service training on complex air and vacuum systems, and medical gas pipeline equipment. Perform field service preventative maintenance, perform component replacement, field service corrective maintenance, and to trouble shoot, repair in-house and field service warranty evaluations on Ohio Medical source air and vacuum equipment, and medical gas pipeline equipment.
• Follow all appropriate “Standard Operating Procedures” & “Work Instructions”.
• Assist in investigations / evaluations and provide recommendations as needed in support of company quality policies and procedures.
• The ability to perform assigned field service work with minimal supervision.
• Read and understand mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, product manuals.
• Provides support for inside after-market sales activities.
• Work on 75% pipeline products and various Systems along with other manufactured systems.
• Limited overnight travel up to several days for field service assignments. Occasionally short notice is given.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

Ohio Medical is part of GCE Group’s Medical Division which is owned by ESAB, a global leader in fabrication and gas control technology. Ohio Medical produces medical air and vacuum systems, suction equipment, and oxygen therapy devices for hospitals, emergency services, and homecare. Backed by more than 100 years of clinical heritage, Ohio Medical manufactures trusted brands including Ohio Medical, Amvex, and MiniOx in an FDA-regulated facility adhering to ISO 13485 and ISO 9001 standards.

Why work for Ohio Medical:

Meaningful Clinical Impact: Every device you help build, test, or support plays an essential role in patient safety, respiratory therapy, and life-support care.

Century of Innovation: Be part of a brand that pioneered breakthroughs from early anesthesia machines and medical gas adapters to modern, patented Push-To-Set™ suction safety technology.

Global Strength & Growth: Backed by GCE and the scale of ESAB, our team operates with the reach of a global enterprise serving 120 countries, combined with the focus and close-knit culture of a specialized medical device pioneer.

Long-Term Career Horizons: With ESAB’s accelerated investments, recent acquisitions, and ambitious growth targets, you join an organization offering stability, global mobility, and continuous professional development.