Calibration Technician I - Electronics

Job Description

Seeking a career‑minded, highly‑motivated, technical professional to serve as an Electronic Calibration Technician to perform onsite and in‑house calibration on a variety of test equipment. The Electronic Calibration Technician I will apply knowledge of measurement science, mathematics, and electronics to calibrate inspection, measurement, and test equipment in the Electrical‑DC/Low Frequency, and Time & Frequency disciplines to ensure measurement accuracy.

This is not an entry‑level position.

• Minimum of 1‑2 years prior experience in calibration of some of the equipment listed below is required
• Experienced and aware of ISO 9000 and/or ISO 17025 quality assurance program desired
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Strong computer and math skills
• Proficient with Windows, Microsoft Office, and Internet applications with an emphasis on Excel;
  Proficient in customer service skills
• Proficient math skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Excellent organizational skills
• Capable of lifting 50 pounds unassisted from ground to bench level
• Candidate MUST be willing to travel to local and regional on‑site locations
• MUST Pass entrance exam

• A minimum of 1‑2 years of experience in electronic calibration
• Bachelor or Associate degree in electronics preferred
• Military service in electronics field highly regarded

• Perform routine and complex calibrations on test, measurement and diagnostic equipment in our laboratory (20%) and at our client's facility (80%).
• Read and understand specifications/tolerances of equipment.
• Understand the daily application of our quality system and quality standards.
• Good knowledge of the laboratory’s Scope of Accreditation.
• Understand the usage of available Calibration Spreadsheets.
• Complete all assigned quality assurance training and required readings.
• Promptly address customer requests and inquiries taking actions as appropriate to satisfy the customer.
• Perform assigned equipment maintenance and participate in internal audits, annual laboratory assessments and proficiency testing.
• Perform calibration in accordance with calibration procedures to meet the needs of the customer.
• Willing to learn how to write and submit calibration procedures.
• Complete all work orders accurately and efficiently while maintaining a 2% or less QC Error rate on completed work orders.
• Continually pursue technical proficiency through various means such as self‑study and internal training programs.
• Ensure customer satisfaction through timely turn‑around on all equipment by actively reviewing, projecting and planning of workload.
• Maintain an exemplary laboratory cleanliness through daily routine cleaning of lab spaces and workstations.

• Analog Meters
• Chart Recorders
• Decade Resistors
• Digital and Analog Multimeters
• Frequency Counters
• Function Generators
• High Voltage Testers
• LCR Meters
• Meggers
• Oscillators
• Oscilloscopes
• Furnaces/Freezers
• Power Supplies
• Pyrometers
• Tachometers
• Temperature Devices
• Volt‑Ohm Meters

This list is not all inclusive. We provide training on equipment you have not calibrated before. Opportunities exist for candidates who are interested in cross‑training into other types of calibrations such as dimensional, chemical and thermodynamics.

• Ability to communicate with customers, vendors, management, and coworkers is crucial. Regular use of email, phone, and Slack for communications is essential.
• Hearing and vision correctable to within normal ranges is essential for conversations, receiving information, and preparing or inspecting documents and calibration activities.
• Ability to remain semi‑stationary at a bench, as well as the ability to move about the laboratory and customer spaces.
• Must be able to tolerate environments at client facilities which may include heat, cold, and noise‑levels. Some onsite facilities may require personal safety equipment such as hearing and eye protection, steel‑toe boots, and splash aprons.
• Traveling to our clients may require extended drive times.

Calibration Technician I reports directly to the Laboratory Manager.

Technicians have the ability and are encouraged to advance up the technician ranks. We currently…