Calibration Technician Trainee

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, making a real difference through rewarding, challenging, and life-changing work.

What We Offer

• 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

Technician trainee is an entry-level position, requiring no prior experience. Trainees are expected to learn the skills and processes necessary to perform calibration work within the lab environment. Trainees will work with other technicians within the lab to learn calibration fundamentals, which can include measurement, temperature, electronics, etc.

Responsibilities

• Under the supervision and direction of technicians within the lab and in training programs, learn fundamental calibration techniques and processes
• Develop skills necessary to perform calibrations independently
• Fulfill duties safely under working conditions, in keeping with Company requirements and standards
• Other duties as assigned

Primary Objectives

• Learn fundamental calibration techniques and processes
• Develop skills necessary to perform calibrations independently
• Develop skills necessary to advance to Technician Apprentice position within six (6) months of employment
• Deliver on Transcat’s Quality Policy (QAC-F01-001)

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Qualifications

• Ability to learn new skills regarding calibration and calibration processes
• Previous experience with electronic or machining training
• Basic mathematical skills including algebra, geometry, and statistics
• Familiarity with basic tools
• Proficiency with office computer software including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Basic organizational and time management skills

Education and Experience

• High School diploma or GED

Physical Demands

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

• 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 in the work environment is usually moderate