Field Calibration Technician
Who we are
Transcat is a dynamic, innovative, growing company that has been 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 have stood the test of time by delivering on our Trust in Every Measure promise to our customers in vital industries, including life sciences, aerospace, defense, energy, and utilities. We fulfill this promise through our employees, who live Our Values every day, the Transcat Way. Our employees are at the center of the rewarding, challenging, and life-changing work we do for our customers and those they serve.
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!
- $24.00-$28.00
Major Areas of Responsibility
- Calibrate measurement and test equipment (M&TE) to manufactures specifications
- Determine out of tolerance conditions for customer M&TE and calibration standards
- Provide corrective action (i.e., adjustments, minor repairs) for out of tolerance conditions
- Update and maintain proper documentation of services
- Provide customer with information regarding other services and new equipment provided by Transcat
- Maintain calibration standards
- Provide feedback and updates regarding calibration practices and procedures
- Proficiency in submitting and updating required paperwork for travel and administrative purposes
- Other duties as assigned
Travel Requirements
- This is a travel position Monday through Friday
- Weekly overnight travel to customer's facility to provide services including weekend travel
- Company pays for all lodging and expenses when away from home
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Calibration experience and/or equivalent training with commercial and/or biomedical measurement and test equipment (M&TE)
- Self-motivator requiring little or no supervision
- Customer service oriented
- Ability to interact with customers & coworkers in a professional manner
- Proficiency with MS Office and the internet; familiarity with basic database functionality
- 3+ years driving experience with a valid driver’s license and acceptable driver history
Education and Experience
- Associate degree from college or technical school; or 2-5 years of related field experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Desired Experience/ Skills
- Military PMEL training
- Strong attention to detail - able to follow written instructions.
- Ability to plan and prioritize diversified workload and work independently with minimal supervision
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Physical Demands
- Regularly 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.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds and maneuver a 400-pound cart from unloading area to customer designated service area
- Occasionally will be required to lift upwards of 75lbs
Work Environment
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to risk of electrical shock.
- The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts.
- The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions and vibration.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination
We will make reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of their position unless doing so poses an undue hardship to the company or a direct threat to health or safety.
Contingencies
- All offers of employment are contingent upon successfully completing all pre-employment requirements, which include verification of identity and employment eligibility, and when applicable, a motor vehicle driving record report.