Sr. Calibration Technician

OverviewWho we are—
Transcat is a dynamic, innovative, growing company that has been recognized as the leading calibration and compliance services provider in North America and beyond. With over 1,000 employees—in technical, consulting, operational, sales, finance, and corporate roles—we have stood the test of time by delivering on our Trust in Every Measure promise to our customers in vital industries, including life sciences, aerospace, defense, energy, and utilities. We fulfill this promise through our employees, who live Our Values every day, the Transcat Way. Our employees are at the center of the rewarding, challenging, and life-changing work we do for our customers and those they serve. Are you ready to join a company where the work you do makes a difference, and where you can grow in your career?
Here’s what Transcat has to offer—
Work that matters.
A values-based culture where people care about each other and the work they do together.
Flexibility
Training and development to accelerate learning and career advancement.
Competitive compensation and benefits, including paid time off, health insurance, tuition reimbursement, retirement, stock purchase plan, and MORE!
Senior Calibration Technician is the highest-level technician position within Transcat with a minimum of six (6) years commercial calibration experience preferred. Calibration Technicians at this level typically can calibrate, troubleshoot, and adjust higher-level equipment across a minimum of eight (8) disciplines, with expert knowledge in three (3) disciplines (e.G., Electrical, Dimensional, or Pressure). Proficiency and expertise are determined in accordance with Transcat’s technician skills progression matrix. A Senior Calibration Technician will be capable of completing work independently within the lab or onsite at a customer location, with limited or no guidance. CCT or CMT certification is desired for this role.
QualificationsRequired Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
, and Qualifications
Successful completion of assigned training materials through on-the-job training, online content, LMS, and classroom led instruction
Elite 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
Education and Experience
Required: Associates degree from college or technical school;
or six+ (6+) years related experience and/or training;
or equivalent combination of education and experience
Preferred:
Six+ (6+) years of commercial calibration experience
CCT or CMT certification
Extensive statistical background
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office computer software including, Word, Excel, and Outlook
Advanced organizational and time management skills
Experience in PMEL, PME, TMDE, Metrology, Calibration, ASQ CCT, METCAL, GPETE, Electronics, GCAMS, or Avionics
Physical Demands
These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. We will reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. While performing the responsibilities of the job, 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.
Work Environment
The work environment described here is representative of what an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to risk of electrical shock. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions;
high, precarious places;
fumes or airborne particles;
toxic or caustic chemicals;
outside weather conditions;
and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination
Transcat is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of any protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, gender identity, genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran or as a member of any other protected group or activity.
We will make reasonable accommodations for personal with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of this position unless to do so poses an undue hardship to the company or a direct threat to health or safety.
Contingencies
All offers of employment are contingent upon successfully completing all pre-employment requirements, which include verification of identity and employment eligibility, and when applicable, a motor vehicle driving record report.
ResponsibilitiesEssential Duties and Responsibilities
Perform calibration work with little to no supervision
Conduct independent research when necessary
Coordinate and manage daily workloads without direction from the service manager
Identify and utilize appropriate measurement techniques
Maintain calibration standards
Understand and apply uncertainties to measurements made
Read and interpret labs’ scopes of accreditation
Work effectively with lab support staff
Working knowledge and competency in eight (8) disciplines and expert in three (3) disciplines preferred
Perform calibrations within a laboratory or customer onsite 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 assigned
Travel requirement: up to 50% of work schedule
Primary Objectives
Call upon high-level skills, techniques, and processes to calibrate, troubleshoot, and adjust a high volume of high-level equipment with few errors
Coordinate work schedule for the lab
Prepare detailed analysis of calibration processes and uncertainties
Develop and implement process improvements
Develop team lead skills and responsibilities
Train and advise lower-level technicians
Deliver on Transcat’s Quality Policy (QAC-F01-001)
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