Calibration Technician - Level 1

ZipRecruiter; Bedford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent calibration service provider is seeking Calibration Level 1 Technicians to perform calibrations and maintain equipment both in the lab and at customer locations. Candidates will join a dynamic team and contribute to high-quality service delivery. If you are a high school graduate with technical training, we invite you to apply and grow your career within our supportive work culture.

Benefits

Paid time off

401k plan

Career development opportunities

Referral bonuses

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Basic Life/AD&D Insurance

Long Term Insurance

Short-Term Insurance

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum of 1 year technical training or military experience in metrology.
• Experience using various tools for measurement.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine calibrations of instruments in the laboratory and on-site.
• Ensure customer satisfaction and timely service.
• Create calibration data sheets based on instrument specifications.

Skills

Technical training or military experience

Use of hand tools and test equipment

Communication skills

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Automated calibration software

Job description

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:

Trescal is a growing company, looking for new talent to join our organization! We are the premier independent calibration, repair, and asset services provider in the U.S. We provide our customers single-source, cost-effective, best-in-class solutions.

Our team is comprised of talented professionals who excel at providing industry leading calibration, repair and asset management services to our customers. As an employee at Trescal, you will join a people-centric company with an incredible culture. We encourage new ideas and suggestions in order to continue to offer both customers and employees the services and benefits in a dynamic, global marketplace. We value teamwork, integrity, quality, innovation, and dynamic engagement. Does Trescal sound like the place for you? Then join our team!

Our Calibration Level 1 Technicians will perform routine calibrations of low to mid-level instruments in the calibration laboratory and where necessary, at customer’s locations (on-site). The calibration disciplines cover the areas of force, pressure, torque, mass, temperature, infrared thermometry, humidity, chemical, dimensional, accelerometry, noise, vibration, DC & low frequency, microwave and RF. Technicians will also perform equipment maintenance as necessary and participate in internal audits and proficiency testing. Collateral duties may be assigned as permanent part of position description depending on individual’s abilities.

Source of Supervision: Master Technician / Laboratory Manager / Technical Services Director

• Adhere to all company policies and procedures,
• Ensure customer satisfaction and timely turn-around on all equipment and service,
• Perform calibration and repair of low to medium level test and measurement equipment. Might require assistance and supervision on such work,
• Provide field calibration and service on equipment,
• Create calibration data sheets accurately and efficiently with minimal supervision based upon instrument specifications and approved calibration procedures,
• Complete all documentation associated with position accurately and efficiently while maintaining a 5 % or less of the combined Quality Documentation Inspection (QDI) and Process Verification Inspection (PVI) discrepancy rates,
• Maintain technical proficiency and effectiveness through various means such as self-study, local college and internal training programs as well as proficiency testing,
• Interface with customers for some service-related issues,
• Perform other laboratory support functions as required in an efficient and orderly manner,
• Seek supervisory assistance in actual or potential problem areas.

Requirements:

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Minimum of 1-year technical training or military experience in the field of metrology.
• Experience in the use of various hand tools and test equipment for a particular discipline,
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel and automated calibration software,
• Ability to apply basic algebraic and geometric techniques necessary for measurement analysis,
• Ability to communicate well with customers and peers.
• Ability to travel, as necessary (mostly local), up to 40%

Physical Demands:

• Occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds

Working Conditions:

• Office and laboratory working environment.
• Vehicle travel with some on-site work included.

We believe people are the most important part of every business, which is why we offer more than just great health insurance plans at a great rate. At Trescal, we have a strong track record of retaining our employees by providing challenging work experiences, learning and development opportunities, and a success oriented collaborative environment.

In addition, we offer paid time off, a 401k plan, career development opportunities, referral bonuses, and a competitive benefit package, including these company paid benefits:

• Dental
• Vision
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/AD&D Insurance
• Long Term Insurance
• Short-Term Insurance.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , , , identify, , or veteran status.