Calibration Technician I

About the role

Transcat is a dynamic, innovative, growing company recognized as the leading calibration and compliance services provider in North America and beyond. With over 1,000 employees—in technical, consulting, operational, sales, finance, and corporate roles—we deliver on our Trust in Every Measure promise to customers in vital industries, including life sciences, aerospace, defense, energy, and utilities.

Calibration Technician I is an entry-level position that requires either education in the electronics/calibration field or at least one (1) year of calibration experience. Calibration Technicians at this level typically calibrate low-end process instrumentation in up to three (3) disciplines (e.g., Electrical, Dimensional, or Pressure). Proficiency and expertise are determined in accordance with Transcat’s technician skills progression matrix. Travel requirement: 25–50% of work schedule.

Benefits

• Work that matters
• Values-based culture where people care about each other and the work they do together
• Flexibility
• Training and development to accelerate learning and career advancement
• Competitive compensation and benefits, including paid time off, health insurance, tuition reimbursement, retirement, stock purchase plan, and more

Responsibilities

• Work with other technicians within the lab to learn calibration fundamentals, which can include measurement, temperature, electronics, etc.
• Identify and utilize appropriate measurement techniques
• Maintain calibration standards
• Demonstrate working knowledge and competency in at least three disciplines (dimensional, electrical, torque, temperature, pressure, etc.)
• Perform calibration work within a laboratory setting and/or while supervised at a customer on-site
• Fulfill duties safely under working conditions, in keeping with Company requirements and standards
• Other duties as assigned

Objectives

• Learn fundamental calibration skills and techniques
• Develop skills necessary to perform calibrations independently
• Develop skills necessary to advance to Calibration Technician II position, which includes a working knowledge and competency in at least four (4) disciplines and expert competency in one (1) discipline
• Deliver on Transcat’s Quality Policy (QAC-F01-001)

Requirements

• Successful completion of assigned training materials through on-the-job training, online content, LMS, and classroom-led instruction
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Self-motivated learner with the ability to learn new skills related to calibration and calibration processes
• Ability to take direction and learn from feedback
• Ability to communicate well with supervisor, solve problems effectively, and work both independently and as part of a team
• 3+ years driving experience with a valid driver’s license and acceptable driver history

Qualifications

Required: Associate’s degree from college or technical school; or at least one (1) year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred qualifications

• Previous experience or training in electronics or machining
• Basic mathematical skills including algebra, geometry, and statistics
• Familiarity with basic hand tools
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office computer software including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Organizational and time management skills
• Experience in PMEL, PME, TMDE, Metrology, Calibration, ASQ CCT, METCAL, GPETE, Electronics, GCAMS, or Avionics

Physical demands

The physical demands described here are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Required to read, write, talk, and hear
• Often required to sit and use hands and fingers to handle tools and equipment
• Occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Occasionally required to lift up to 75 lbs

Work environment

The work environment described here is representative of what an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Regularly exposed to risk of electrical shock
• Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts
• Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; and vibration
• Noise level is usually moderate