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At Boston Scientific, we’ll give you the opportunity to harness all that’s within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we’ll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you’ll be supported in progressing – whatever your ambitions.
About the role:
The Associate Field Service Technician is an entry-level Field Service Technician (FST) position responsible for supporting the installation, maintenance, and service of Boston Scientific medical systems and devices. This is a hands-on, field-based role designed to build foundational technical skills in a customer-facing environment.
In this role, you will partner with experienced Field Service Technicians to learn how to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain complex medical equipment while delivering high-quality service to healthcare providers. You will contribute to customer satisfaction by supporting equipment performance, assisting with user training, and responding to service needs. Collaboration with cross-functional teams may include support for service events, documentation, and customer inquiries.
As part of your development, you will receive structured training and mentorship from senior team members. Over time, you will begin managing service activities within an assigned territory with guidance, progressing toward independent field service responsibility.
This role supports Boston Scientific’s Cardiovascular Division, including products such as IVUS, AVVIGO, AngioJet, ICEfx, FARAPULSE, Rhythmia, and SmartFreeze systems.
The selected candidate will reside near Salt Lake City, UT and travel to support training and service needs across the Southeast Region.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Instruct customers on system operation and maintenance.
- Act as company liaison with customers for administrative and technical matters.
- Address problems of diverse scope as a Field Service Technician.
- Exercise judgment in selecting methods and techniques for solutions within defined practices and policies.
- Perform service activities including maintenance, modification, recalibration, and repair of Boston Scientific's Capital Equipment and accessories both in the field and in-house, as well as third-party capital equipment.
- Report all service activities using dedicated forms.
- Ensure customer satisfaction with BSC equipment and service.
- Adhere to applicable standard operating procedures to meet quality and regulatory commitments of Boston Scientific.
Required qualifications:
- Associate’s degree (AA/AS) or technical diploma in Electronics, Biomedical Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related field; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant technical experience demonstrating the required knowledge, skills, and abilities
- Examples of equivalent combinations may include (but are not limited to):
- High School Diploma/GED with completion of a formal technical training program (e.g., electronics, biomedical equipment, or military technical training)
- High School Diploma/GED with a minimum of 1 year of hands-on experience diagnosing, troubleshooting, repairing, or maintaining mechanical, electrical, or electronic systems (e.g., automotive systems, equipment repair, field service, or similar technical work)
- Internship, apprenticeship, or vocational training involving technical equipment or systems with hands-on troubleshooting or repair experience
- Basic understanding of electronic systems, including analog and digital circuitry
- Ability to learn troubleshooting and servicing of complex technical or medical equipment
- Strong communication skills with a customer-focused mindset
- Ability to travel approximately 75% of the time, including occasional short-notice travel
- Valid driver’s license and ability to meet company driving requirements
Preferred qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field
- Prior internship, co-op, or hands-on experience in a technical, biomedical, or field service environment
- Exposure to hospital or clinical environments
- Familiarity with cardiovascular devices:
- Background in EP, Cath Lab, or imaging technologies
- Experience using basic diagnostic tools and software applications (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite)
Requisition ID: 628870
Minimum Salary: $ 45136
Maximum Salary: $ 76752
The anticipated compensation listed above and the value of core and optional employee benefits offered by Boston Scientific (BSC) – see www.bscbenefitsconnect.com—will vary based on actual location of the position and other pertinent factors considered in determining actual compensation for the role. Compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, among other relevant business or organizational needs. At BSC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the anticipated salary range listed above.
Compensation for non-exempt (hourly), non-sales roles may also include variable compensation from time to time (e.g., any overtime and shift differential) and annual bonus target (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).
Compensation for exempt, non-sales roles may also include variable compensation, i.e., annual bonus target and long-term incentives (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).
For MA positions: It is unlawful to require or administer a lie detector test for employment. Violators are subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Boston Scientific transforms lives through innovative medical technologies that improve the health of patients around the world. As a global medical technology leader for more than 45 years, we advance science for life by providing a broad range of high-performance solutions that address unmet patient needs and reduce the cost of healthcare. Our portfolio of devices and therapies helps physicians diagnose and treat complex cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, oncological, neurological and urological diseases and conditions. Learn more at www.bostonscientific.com and follow us on LinkedIn.
Boston Scientific Corporation has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. To ensure full implementation of its equal employment policy, the Company will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.
Please be advised that certain US based positions, including without limitation field sales and service positions that call on hospitals and/or health care centers, require acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination status. Candidates will be notified during the interview and selection process if the role(s) for which they have applied require proof of vaccination as a condition of employment. Boston Scientific continues to evaluate its policies and protocols regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and will comply with all applicable state and federal law and healthcare credentialing requirements. As employees of the Company, you will be expected to meet the ongoing requirements for your roles, including any new requirements, should the Company’s policies or protocols change with regard to COVID-19 vaccination.
Among other requirements, Boston Scientific maintains specific prohibited substance test requirements for safety-sensitive positions. This role is deemed safety-sensitive and, as such, candidates will be subject to a prohibited substance test as a requirement. The goal of the prohibited substance testing is to increase workplace safety in compliance with the applicable law.
Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance
At Boston Scientific, we’ll give you the opportunity to harness all that’s within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we’ll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you’ll be supported in progressing – whatever your ambitions.
About the role:
The Associate Field Service Technician is an entry-level Field Service Technician (FST) position responsible for supporting the installation, maintenance, and service of Boston Scientific medical systems and devices. This is a hands-on, field-based role designed to build foundational technical skills in a customer-facing environment.
In this role, you will partner with experienced Field Service Technicians to learn how to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain complex medical equipment while delivering high-quality service to healthcare providers. You will contribute to customer satisfaction by supporting equipment performance, assisting with user training, and responding to service needs. Collaboration with cross-functional teams may include support for service events, documentation, and customer inquiries.
As part of your development, you will receive structured training and mentorship from senior team members. Over time, you will begin managing service activities within an assigned territory with guidance, progressing toward independent field service responsibility.
This role supports Boston Scientific’s Cardiovascular Division, including products such as IVUS, AVVIGO, AngioJet, ICEfx, FARAPULSE, Rhythmia, and SmartFreeze systems.
The selected candidate will reside near Salt Lake City, UT and travel to support training and service needs across the Southeast Region.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Instruct customers on system operation and maintenance.
- Act as company liaison with customers for administrative and technical matters.
- Address problems of diverse scope as a Field Service Technician.
- Exercise judgment in selecting methods and techniques for solutions within defined practices and policies.
- Perform service activities including maintenance, modification, recalibration, and repair of Boston Scientific's Capital Equipment and accessories both in the field and in-house, as well as third-party capital equipment.
- Report all service activities using dedicated forms.
- Ensure customer satisfaction with BSC equipment and service.
- Adhere to applicable standard operating procedures to meet quality and regulatory commitments of Boston Scientific.
Required qualifications:
- Associate’s degree (AA/AS) or technical diploma in Electronics, Biomedical Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related field; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant technical experience demonstrating the required knowledge, skills, and abilities
- Examples of equivalent combinations may include (but are not limited to):
- High School Diploma/GED with completion of a formal technical training program (e.g., electronics, biomedical equipment, or military technical training)
- High School Diploma/GED with a minimum of 1 year of hands-on experience diagnosing, troubleshooting, repairing, or maintaining mechanical, electrical, or electronic systems (e.g., automotive systems, equipment repair, field service, or similar technical work)
- Internship, apprenticeship, or vocational training involving technical equipment or systems with hands-on troubleshooting or repair experience
- Basic understanding of electronic systems, including analog and digital circuitry
- Ability to learn troubleshooting and servicing of complex technical or medical equipment
- Strong communication skills with a customer-focused mindset
- Ability to travel approximately 75% of the time, including occasional short-notice travel
- Valid driver’s license and ability to meet company driving requirements
Preferred qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field
- Prior internship, co-op, or hands-on experience in a technical, biomedical, or field service environment
- Exposure to hospital or clinical environments
- Familiarity with cardiovascular devices:
- Background in EP, Cath Lab, or imaging technologies
- Experience using basic diagnostic tools and software applications (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite)
Requisition ID: 628870
Minimum Salary: $ 45136
Maximum Salary: $ 76752
The anticipated compensation listed above and the value of core and optional employee benefits offered by Boston Scientific (BSC) – see www.bscbenefitsconnect.com—will vary based on actual location of the position and other pertinent factors considered in determining actual compensation for the role. Compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, among other relevant business or organizational needs. At BSC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the anticipated salary range listed above.
Compensation for non-exempt (hourly), non-sales roles may also include variable compensation from time to time (e.g., any overtime and shift differential) and annual bonus target (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).
Compensation for exempt, non-sales roles may also include variable compensation, i.e., annual bonus target and long-term incentives (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).
For MA positions: It is unlawful to require or administer a lie detector test for employment. Violators are subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Boston Scientific transforms lives through innovative medical technologies that improve the health of patients around the world. As a global medical technology leader for more than 45 years, we advance science for life by providing a broad range of high-performance solutions that address unmet patient needs and reduce the cost of healthcare. Our portfolio of devices and therapies helps physicians diagnose and treat complex cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, oncological, neurological and urological diseases and conditions. Learn more at www.bostonscientific.com and follow us on LinkedIn.
Boston Scientific Corporation has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. To ensure full implementation of its equal employment policy, the Company will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.
Please be advised that certain US based positions, including without limitation field sales and service positions that call on hospitals and/or health care centers, require acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination status. Candidates will be notified during the interview and selection process if the role(s) for which they have applied require proof of vaccination as a condition of employment. Boston Scientific continues to evaluate its policies and protocols regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and will comply with all applicable state and federal law and healthcare credentialing requirements. As employees of the Company, you will be expected to meet the ongoing requirements for your roles, including any new requirements, should the Company’s policies or protocols change with regard to COVID-19 vaccination.
Among other requirements, Boston Scientific maintains specific prohibited substance test requirements for safety-sensitive positions. This role is deemed safety-sensitive and, as such, candidates will be subject to a prohibited substance test as a requirement. The goal of the prohibited substance testing is to increase workplace safety in compliance with the applicable law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Service Technician
Target STEM-designated employers early
Service Technician roles under engineering technology SOC codes often qualify for STEM OPT extension. Prioritize employers registered as E-Verify participants, since that registration is required before USCIS will approve your 24-month STEM extension application.
Clarify your OPT timeline upfront
Tell hiring managers your exact OPT end date and whether you qualify for the STEM extension in your first interview. Employers making hiring decisions weeks out need to know your authorization window before they invest time in the process.
Highlight certifications that reduce employer risk
Certifications like OSHA 10, EPA 608 refrigerant handling, or manufacturer-specific credentials signal you can work independently from day one. Employers weighing sponsorship costs factor in how quickly a technician can be productive without additional training investment.
Focus on industries with documented H-1B sponsorship history
Medical device, semiconductor equipment, and industrial automation companies sponsor technicians at measurably higher rates than general repair firms. Research DOL disclosure data to identify which companies in your target region have filed for technician roles before.
Use your OPT period to build a sponsorship case
Document every repair completed, every system certified, and every client escalation resolved during your OPT. Concrete performance records give your employer concrete justification when their immigration attorney prepares your H-1B visa petition.
Negotiate a formal sponsorship commitment before accepting
Ask whether the company sponsors H-1B visas for technician roles and what their timeline looks like. Getting confirmation in writing before you accept protects you from employers who support sponsorship in principle but have never actually filed a petition.
Service Technician OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Service Technician jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Many do, but it depends on your degree field and the SOC code the employer assigns to the role. Degrees in engineering technology, electrical engineering, or mechatronics commonly support STEM OPT eligibility. The role must be directly related to your degree. Confirm the SOC code with your DSO before accepting an offer, since the classification determines whether your 24-month extension application is approvable.
Can I work as a Service Technician while on OPT if the job is field-based with no fixed office?
Yes. OPT does not require you to work at a single fixed location. Field-based and traveling technician roles are permitted as long as the work is directly related to your degree. You are not required to update your address with USCIS every time your work location changes, but you must keep your SEVIS record current through your DSO if your home address changes.
How do I find Service Technician employers who are willing to sponsor OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters roles by sponsorship willingness, so you are not sorting through listings that will disqualify you on authorization alone. Employers on Migrate Mate are generally familiar with OPT timelines and STEM extension requirements, which makes early conversations about your situation significantly more productive than cold applications elsewhere.
What happens to my OPT authorization if I switch from one Service Technician employer to another?
You can change employers on OPT, but you must report the change to your DSO within 10 days so they can update your SEVIS record. You are authorized to begin working for the new employer immediately after reporting, without waiting for USCIS approval. If you are on the STEM OPT extension, the new employer must also be enrolled in E-Verify and you must file a new Form I-983 training plan.
Is contract or field service work through a staffing agency allowed on OPT?
Yes, you can work through a staffing agency on OPT as long as the work is related to your degree and you are receiving practical training in your field. The staffing agency becomes your employer of record for USCIS purposes. Make sure the agency is enrolled in E-Verify if you are on STEM OPT, and confirm with your DSO that the placement qualifies as OPT-eligible practical training before your assignment begins.