Calibration Technician

RBR; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation days

Health & dental benefits

Bonus program

Annual fitness reimbursement

Greener commuting incentive

EV charging on-site

Charitable donation matching

Weekly team lunches

Team events

Job summary

RBR is seeking an entry-level Calibration Laboratory Technician to join our small, collaborative team in Kanata (Ottawa), Ontario, on site. You will perform precise calibration of RBR instruments, ensuring accuracy and reliability for researchers and scientists who depend on our data.

This role emphasizes disciplined, methodical work, with repetitive tasks performed accurately. You will work alongside technicians, metrologists, and engineers, supported by a culture of quality and accountability.

Qualifications

• College diploma or bachelor’s degree is required.
• Ability to apply knowledge of mathematics and measurement science.
• Knowledge of measurement uncertainty analysis considered a plus.
• Ability to work without direct supervision and in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate RBR instruments for temperature, pressure, conductivity, pH, and DO/Turbidity.
• Issue calibration certificates after testing and calibration.
• Operate, monitor and maintain calibration equipment and systems.
• Read and follow operating instructions and test procedures precisely.
• Document calibration procedures and report findings in quality systems.
• Record any calibration failures for quality reporting.

Skills

Mathematics & measurement science

Measurement uncertainty analysis

Independent working

Team collaboration

Multi-tasking

Computer literacy

Communication skills

Lifting capability

Education

College diploma or bachelor's degree

Job description

Location: Kanata (Ottawa), Ontario / on-site

Reports to: Calibration Manager

Role status: New role

About RBR: Making waves since 1973

At RBR, we’ve been designing cutting-edge instruments to measure our blue planet for over 50 years. Built to withstand the harshest environments on Earth, our instruments are deployed from the ocean’s deepest trenches to the polar ice caps, capturing essential data on water temperature, salinity, pH, and more. This data empowers researchers in the global fight against climate change, and our technology supports groundbreaking science with partners like Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Woods Hole, the Scripps Institution, and the British Antarctic Survey.

At RBR, we care deeply about our work, each other, the environment, and the global communities we serve. We value teamwork, continuous improvement, and having fun along the way. From weekly lunches to social events, we’re a crew that thrives on complex, exciting challenges that have a meaningful impact on the blue planet! Ready to make waves with us?

About the role

As an entry level Calibration Laboratory Technician at RBR, you will be a key member of our Calibration team, responsible for performing precise and consistent calibration of RBR instruments. Your work ensures that every instrument we ship meets our high standards for measurement accuracy, directly supporting the scientists and researchers who depend on our data.

This role is a great fit if you take pride in doing repetitive work with precision and care. For you, consistency is not about routine, it is about catching the one result that does not belong. You are disciplined, methodical, and sharp enough to notice when something has changed, even after hundreds of similar measurements.

You will work alongside technicians, metrologists, and engineers as part of a small, collaborative team. Clear communication, personal accountability, and a commitment to quality are what make this environment thrive, and what will make you successful in it.

What you’ll do

• Perform calibration of RBR products including temperature, pressure, conductivity, pH, Dissolved Oxygen and Turbidity
• Perform calibration and test of RBR products and laboratory equipment, to issue calibration certificates
• Operate, monitor and maintain test and calibration equipment and systems
• Read and interpret operating instructions and test procedures accurately and efficiently
• Follow prescribed test and calibration procedures or instructions, collect, documents and reporting findings
• Document test or calibration failures through quality reporting system

What you bring

• College diploma or bachelors degree
• The ability to apply knowledge of mathematics and measurement science
• Knowledge of measurement uncertainty analysis
• The ability to work without direct supervision and effectively in a team environment
• Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills, detail oriented and customer focused
• The ability to multi‑task, effectively prioritize and execute tasks
• Proficiency with computer technology
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• The ability to lift 50 lbs.

Salary range: $50,000 - $60,000

The final salary and job level will depend on your experience and qualifications. We know great talent shows up at different points in a career - whether you’re earlier in your journey or bring senior‑level experience, we encourage you to apply. Depending on fit, the role level may shift accordingly.

Why you’ll love working at RBR

20 days of vacation, plus a company‑wide holiday shutdown and paid sick days

Health & dental benefits from day 1

Bonus program

Annual fitness reimbursement program

Greener commuting incentive program (bike‑to‑work, carpool, or transit passes)

On‑site EV charging stations

Charitable donation matching

Weekly lunches (on us!)

Team events and social activities

Collaborative, supportive work environment

Work alongside passionate experts spanning multiple disciplines

Direct impact on climate science and ocean research

Equal opportunity: At RBR, we celebrate and support diversity in our workplace. As an equal‑opportunity employer, we welcome people from all backgrounds and aim to find the most talented person for each role. Accommodations are available upon request at every stage of the selection process.

AI statement: At RBR, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools during parts of our hiring process. These tools may be used to support note‑taking, scheduling, and/or organizing candidate information. Final hiring decisions are made by our people.