Field Service Technician (Calibration)
About The Position
Provide onsite calibration of customers’ test equipment and support the local Transcat laboratory when not traveling. This is an entry-level Calibration Technician I position. Technicians at this level typically calibrate low-end process instrumentation in up to three disciplines, such as electrical, dimensional, or pressure. Proficiency is assessed using Transcat’s technician skills progression matrix. The role develops fundamental calibration skills and techniques, builds the ability to perform calibrations independently, and prepares the employee to advance to Calibration Technician II. Travel may include local trips and overnight projects; the position travels Monday through Friday for up to 50% of the work schedule. Transcat pays lodging and expenses when employees are away from home.
Requirements
- Calibration experience and/or equivalent training with commercial and/or biomedical measurement and test equipment (M&TE).
- 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 work competently in at least three calibration disciplines, such as dimensional, electrical, torque, temperature, or pressure.
- Ability to talk and hear; frequently sit and use hands and fingers to handle tools and equipment; and occasionally walk, reach, climb or balance, 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.
- Ability to perform job duties in an environment that may involve electrical-shock risk, moving mechanical parts, wet or humid conditions, high or precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, outdoor weather, and vibration.
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
- Work with laboratory technicians to learn calibration fundamentals, including measurement, temperature, and electronics.
- Perform onsite calibration and travel locally and overnight when projects require it.
- Identify and use appropriate measurement techniques.
- Maintain calibration standards.
- Perform calibration work in a laboratory and/or under supervision at a customer site.
- Work safely in accordance with company requirements and standards.
- Fulfill other duties as assigned.
- Learn fundamental calibration skills and techniques.
- Develop the skills needed to perform calibrations independently and progress to Calibration Technician II.
- Deliver on Transcat’s Quality Policy (QAC-F01-001).
Benefits
- Paid time off.
- Health insurance.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Retirement employer match.
- Stock purchase plan.
- Company-paid lodging and expenses when away from home.
- Flexible schedule.
- Training and development for learning and career advancement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
