Calibration Technician I - Electronics

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.

Skills and Requirements

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 (see Application Process below)

Education

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

Responsibilities

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 addresses 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

Types of Equipment

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.

Physical Demands

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 semistationary 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.

Reports To

Calibration Technician I reports directly to the Laboratory Manager.

Application Process

As a potential candidate, we have composed an aptitude exam which you are required to pass for employment consideration. The link to this online exam will be emailed to qualified applicants.

Career Based

Technicians have the ability and are encouraged to advance up the technician ranks. We currently have four levels of technicians. They include Associate Calibration Technician, Calibration Technician I, Calibration Technician II, Calibration Technician III.

e-Learning Program

Cal Lab has a fully integrated e-Learning program. We promote the Gamification process with our e-Learning to bring your assigned courses to life with Badges, Points, Levels, Rewards and Leaderboards. A full catalog is available to all staff members to encourage self-motivated course selection by staff members instead of strictly relying on course assignments. If staff members are interested in learning new skills, tasks or equipment calibrations, they are encouraged to subscribe to the course and start their training.

Our Mission

We are committed to providing high-quality instrument calibration in accordance with stated procedures and customer requirements. We provide this in a prompt, efficient, and cost-effective manner to satisfy the specific needs of our clients.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on previous experience

Employee health insurance discounted

Life insurance subsidized

Vision insurance subsidized

Dental insurance discounted

401k retirement plan

10 days vacation starting the first year (prorated from hire date)

Bench tools provided

Company logo shirts, ball caps, winter jacket and lab jackets provided

Laptop computer with MSOffice Suite software provided

Credit card provided (for company related expenses; vehicle gas, per diem, parts, etc.)

Vehicles provided (for onsite service)

No out-of-pocket expenses incurred by the employee

9 paid holidays; New Year’s Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Day.

Office Hours: 7:30 am - 4:30 pm Monday-Thursday, 7:30 am - 2:00 pm on Friday

ASQ Membership and ASQ Certificate Calibration Technician (CCT) subsidized by Cal Lab (ASQ prerequisites apply)

About Us

Calibration Laboratory, LLC is an ISO/IEC 17025 accredited commercial calibration laboratory

In business since 1977

Friendly and enjoyable work environment

Veteran owned and operated

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