Calibration Technician II

Transcat•Houston, TX

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

Calibration Technician II is a mid-level position, for which at least three (3) years of commercial calibration experience is preferred. Calibration Technicians at this level typically can calibrate higher-level equipment and calibrate equipment across a minimum of four (4) disciplines, with expert knowledge in one (1) discipline (e.g., Electrical, Dimensional, or Pressure). Proficiency and expertise are determined in accordance with Transcat’s technician skills progression matrix. A Calibration Technician II will be capable of completing work independently within the lab or onsite at a customer location, with limited or no guidance.

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
Associates degree from college or technical school, or 3+ years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Basic mathematical skills including algebra, geometry, and statistics
Familiarity with basic hand tools
Proficiency with Microsoft Office computer software including Word, Excel, and Outlook
Basic organizational and time management skills
Familiarity with basic hand tools
Proficiency with Microsoft Office computer software including Word, Excel, and Outlook
Advanced organizational and time management skills
Understanding of uncertainty contributions to the measurement process
The employee is required to read, write, talk, and hear.
The employee is often required to sit and use their hands and fingers to handle tools and equipment.
The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
Occasionally will be required to lift up to 75 lbs.

Nice To Haves

Three+ (3+) years of commercial calibration experience
Previous experience or training in electronics or machining
Experience in PMEL, PME, TMDE, Metrology, Calibration, ASQ CCT, METCAL, GPETE, Electronics, GCAMS, or Avionics
Experience working within ISO 17025 preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform calibration work with little to no supervision
Conduct independent research when necessary
Coordinate and manage daily workloads without direction from manager
Identify and utilize appropriate measurement techniques
Maintain calibration standards
Understand and apply uncertainties to measurements made
Be able to read and interpret labs’ scopes of accreditation
Work effectively with lab support staff
Working knowledge and competency in at least four (4) disciplines and expert in one (1) discipline preferred
Perform calibrations within a laboratory or customer on-site setting
Work at customer on-sites with little to no direction
Fulfill duties safely under working conditions, in keeping with Company requirements and standards
Other duties as may be assigned
Learn and develop fundamental skills necessary to calibration techniques and processes, which includes high level production with minimal errors
Develop team lead skills and responsibilities
Develop skills necessary to train and advise lower-level technicians
Develop skills necessary to advance to Tech III position, which includes a working knowledge and competency in at least six (6) disciplines and expert in two (2) disciplines
Strive to obtain the ASQ/CCT or CMT certification
Deliver on Transcat’s Quality Policy (QAC-F01-001)