Field Calibration Technician

Transcat•Paxinos, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Field Calibration Technician provides onsite calibration of customers’ measurement and test equipment (M&TE) within the specified location, including travel up to an eight-hour radius. When not traveling, the technician may support the local Transcat laboratory. The role includes regular weekday travel to customer facilities and requires overnight stays; employees are home 95% of weekends. Transcat pays lodging and expenses while employees are away from home. Transcat describes itself as a growing calibration and compliance services provider serving industries including life sciences, aerospace, defense, energy, and utilities. It offers a values-based culture, flexibility, training and development, competitive compensation, and benefits. Employment offers are contingent on completing applicable pre-employment requirements, including identity and employment eligibility verification and, when applicable, a motor vehicle driving record report.

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 orientation.
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.
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 talk and hear; frequently sit and use hands and fingers to handle tools and equipment; occasionally walk, reach, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Ability to stand for up to 8 hours per day, lift 50 pounds, maneuver a 400-pound cart, and occasionally lift up to 75 pounds.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Calibrate measurement and test equipment to manufacturers’ specifications.
Identify out-of-tolerance conditions in customer equipment and calibration standards.
Provide corrective action, including adjustments and minor repairs, for out-of-tolerance conditions.
Update and maintain documentation of services.
Inform customers about other Transcat services and new equipment.
Maintain calibration standards.
Provide feedback and updates about calibration practices and procedures.
Submit and update required travel and administrative paperwork.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Travel to customer facilities Monday through Friday and provide onsite services; support the local Transcat laboratory when not traveling.