Calibration Technician I

About Us

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. Our employees live Our Values every day, the Transcat Way, and are at the center of rewarding, challenging, and life-changing work.

What Transcat Offers

• Work that matters
• A 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

About the Role

Calibration Technician I is an entry-level position requiring either education in the electronics/calibration field or at least one (1) year of calibration experience. 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.

Responsibilities

• Work with other technicians within the lab to learn calibration fundamentals, including measurement, temperature, and electronics
• Identify and utilize appropriate measurement techniques
• Maintain calibration standards
• Develop 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, adhering to Company requirements and standards
• Other duties as assigned

Travel requirement: 25-50% of work schedule

Primary Objectives

• Learn fundamental calibration skills and techniques
• Develop skills necessary to perform calibrations independently
• Advance to Calibration Technician II position, which includes 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 acquire new skills related to calibration and calibration processes
• Ability to take direction and learn from feedback
• Ability to communicate well with supervisors, solve problems effectively, and work both independently and as part of a team
• 3+ years of driving experience with a valid driver’s license

Qualifications

Education and Experience Required:

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

Preferred:

• 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 are representative of those necessary to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals with disabilities.

• Ability to read, write, talk, and hear
• Frequent sitting and use of hands and fingers to handle tools and equipment
• Occasional standing, walking, reaching with arms and hands, climbing or balancing, and stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling
• Occasional lifting of up to 75 lbs

Work Environment

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

• Regular exposure to risk of electrical shock
• Frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts
• Occasional exposure to wet and/or humid conditions, high or precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, outside weather conditions, and vibration
• Moderate noise level in the work environment