Field Calibration Technician

Transcat, Inc.•Granite Falls, NC

3h•$25 - $32

About The Position

Transcat is hiring 11 biomedical field service technicians to support growing customer demand for its biomedical services. The Field Calibration Technician calibrates and services biomedical and commercial test and measurement equipment at customer sites, documents the work, and supports the local Transcat lab when not traveling. The work helps ensure that devices used in patient care are accurate. This is a Monday-through-Friday travel position involving weekly overnight trips to customer facilities. The company pays lodging and expenses while employees are away, and technicians are home 95% of weekends. The position includes a company vehicle for company travel and paid training. Compensation is $25.00–$32.00 per hour, with a $7,500 sign-on bonus. Other listed offerings include meal allowances for eligible travel and work assignments, competitive PTO, newer test equipment, tuition benefits, health insurance, retirement, and a stock purchase plan.

Requirements

Calibration experience and/or equivalent training with commercial and/or biomedical measurement and test equipment.
Self-motivated and able to work with little or no supervision.
Customer-service oriented, with the ability to interact professionally with customers and coworkers.
Proficiency with MS Office and the internet, and familiarity with basic database functionality.
At least 3 years of driving experience, a valid driver’s license, and an acceptable driving history.
An associate degree from a college or technical school, or 2–5 years of related field experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to lift 50 pounds and maneuver a 400-pound cart from an unloading area to a customer-designated service area.
Ability to stand for long periods, up to 8 hours per day.

Nice To Haves

Military PMEL training.
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written instructions.
Ability to plan and prioritize a diversified workload and work independently with minimal supervision.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Calibrate measurement and test equipment to manufacturers’ specifications.
Determine out-of-tolerance conditions for customer measurement and test equipment and calibration standards.
Provide corrective action, including adjustments and minor repairs, for out-of-tolerance conditions.
Update and maintain proper documentation of services.
Provide customers with information about other services and new equipment offered by Transcat.
Maintain calibration standards.
Provide feedback and updates regarding calibration practices and procedures.
Submit and update required travel and administrative paperwork.
Support the local Transcat lab when not traveling.
Perform other duties as assigned.