ATDM Precision Manufacturing Lab Technician - Metrology - 3rd Shift

Job Details

Job Location:

ATDM Maritime Training Center - Danville, VA 24540

Position Type:
Full Time Education Level: High School Salary Range: $27.64 - $29.51 Hourly

Travel Percentage :
Up to 25%
Job Shift: Day Job Category:
Manufacturing This position requires eligibility to access controlled unclassified information (CUI) and export controlled data, and candidates must meet applicable federal requirements, including U.S. person status where required. This role is onsite in Danville, VA.

• Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience and determined based on market benchmarks and internal equity
• Retirement benefits through the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) with employer match
• Generous time off, including vacation, paid sick leave, and paid family leave after one year
• Paid holidays, including a two-week paid winter break
• Anthem PPO and HSA health plans, with excellent dental options

The ATDM Metrology Lab Technician plays a critical role in supporting an accelerated, hands on training program that prepares students for careers in advanced manufacturing. This position is ideal for a motivated, detail oriented individual who enjoys technical work, problem solving, and helping students succeed in a laboratory environment. The Lab Technician will support instructional activities, maintain laboratory operations, and ensure students have access to the tools, equipment, and resources needed for effective learning.

As the ATDM Metrology Lab Technician, you will help create a learning environment where students can gain practical skills and confidence through hands on experience. Your support of laboratory operations, instructional activities, and equipment readiness will contribute directly to student success and program effectiveness. By maintaining a well organized and efficient lab, you will help ensure students receive high quality training that aligns with industry expectations and workforce needs.

• Prepare the metrology lab for instruction and assist during classroom and laboratory activities.
• Support curriculum delivery and student learning through hands on technical assistance.
• Monitor, organize, and maintain laboratory materials, equipment, and supplies.
• Assist with laboratory setup and teardown for instructional activities and special projects.
• Participate in recruitment events and outreach activities as needed.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized laboratory environment.
• Assist instructors with demonstrations and student support during training sessions.
• Track inventory and communicate supply needs to ensure uninterrupted operations.
• Support preventative maintenance and proper care of laboratory equipment.
• Maintain documentation related to equipment, materials, and laboratory activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support program goals and student success.
• Work assignments may include days, evenings, and weekends based on program needs.

ATDM Instructors and Technicians are assigned shifts based on training needs. Shift assignments are determined by business needs at the time of hire, performance, and tenure. This position requires flexibility to work any shift as program needs evolve. Compensation includes a shift differential based on assigned instructional hours. This position will support training on third shift.

• First Shift: Classes begin at 7:00 a.m.
• Second Shift: Classes begin at 3:00 p.m.
• Third Shift: Classes begin at 11:00 p.m.

Evening, weekend, and off site instructional assignments may be required.

Your Knowledge and Expertise

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Dimensional Inspection Career Studies Certificate or equivalent technical training in metrology, quality assurance,…