Calibration Lab Technician

Clean Air Engineering, Inc.; Kentucky; On-site; USD 28,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Clean Air Engineering, Inc. is seeking a technically minded Calibration Technician to support calibration and equipment logistics operations for our Performance Group.

Based in Knoxville, Tennessee, this hands‑on role performs routine calibration, inspection, troubleshooting, documentation, and lab support. The ideal candidate has 0–1 year of work experience, an associates degree or technical certificate, and a willingness to travel up to 2–3 weeks for field testing.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or technical certificate or 1 year calibration experience.
• Passport for international travel.
• Valid driver’s license with clean record.
• Basic measurement principles and instrumentation knowledge.
• Ability to follow procedures and maintain records.
• Experience with testing instrumentation and lab standards.
• Willingness to travel 2–3 weeks.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Perform calibration, verification, inspection, and functional checks on test equipment.
• Document calibration results and equipment status.
• Maintain calibration records and recall information.
• Track calibration due dates and equipment availability.
• Troubleshoot basic equipment and escalate complex issues.
• Assist with maintaining equipment and lab areas.
• Support development and improvement of calibration procedures.
• Coordinate receiving, inspection, labeling, packing, and shipping.
• Provide day-to-day support to lab supervisor.
• Follow quality and safety requirements; report issues.
• Travel to support field testing 2–3 weeks.
• Help with inventory and logistics readiness.

Skills

Calibration knowledge

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Attention to detail

Communication

Independent work

Physical stamina

Travel readiness

Education

Associates degree, technical certificate, or 1 year of relevant work experience

Tools

Fluke METCAL

SharePoint

Digital multimeters

Lab equipment

Job description

Full time | Clean Air Engineering, Inc. | United States

Job Information

Work Experience 0-1 year

$20-$34

City Powell

State/Province Tennessee

37849

Job Description

CleanAir Engineering is a global leader in independent performance testing and custom engineering solutions, serving clients worldwide from offices in seven cities. For more than 50 years, we have supported complex energy and industrial systems through data-driven insights in thermal and hydraulic performance analysis, sound and emissions testing, precision instrumentation rental, and turnkey equipment manufacturing.

We’re growing—and we’re looking for a technically minded and highly organized Calibration Technician to support calibration and equipment logistics operations for our Performance Group. Based in Knoxville, Tennessee, this hands‑on role performs routine calibration, equipment inspection, troubleshooting, documentation, and laboratory support. The technician will work closely with the Calibration Lab Supervisor and may assume selected lab, equipment, and logistics responsibilities in the Supervisor’s absence or as assigned.

Why You’ll Love This Job

• Meaningful hands‑on work supporting critical testing and engineering projects worldwide
• Build practical experience in metrology, calibration, instrumentation, and measurement systems
• Work with precision test equipment, calibration standards, and electronic instrumentation
• Opportunity to develop troubleshooting, documentation, equipment logistics, and laboratory skills
• Support a technical team with opportunities to take on additional responsibilities as experience grows
• Strong engineering culture grounded in technical excellence, independence, and integrity

Your Role

• Perform routine calibration, verification, inspection, and functional checks on test and measurement equipment in accordance with established procedures
• Accurately document calibration results, equipment condition, standards used, and required follow-up actions
• Maintain calibration records, certificates, equipment status, and recall information in Fluke Met/Track, Met/Cal, and related systems
• Help monitor calibration due dates and equipment availability to support project schedules and equipment readiness
• Troubleshoot basic equipment and instrumentation problems and elevate complex repairs, failures, or out-of-tolerance conditions to the Calibration Lab Supervisor or appropriate technical resource
• Assist with maintaining calibration standards, laboratory equipment, work areas, and environmental conditions
• Support development and improvement of calibration procedures and standard operating procedures as experience and technical qualification increase
• Support equipment receiving, inspection, identification, labeling, packing, shipping, and project equipment preparation in coordination with the Calibration Lab Supervisor and field personnel
• Maintain accurate equipment inventory, status tracking, and documentation.
• Provide day‑to‑day support to the Calibration Lab Supervisor and assume designated laboratory, equipment, or logistics responsibilities when needed
• Follow established quality, safety, calibration, and documentation requirements and communicate issues promptly
• Travel for periods up to approximately 2-3 weeks to support field testing in a variety of atmospheres and climates

Responsibilities When Supporting the Calibration Lab Supervisor

• Coordinate assigned calibration and equipment tasks to help maintain an efficient laboratory workflow
• Help prioritize routine calibration and equipment preparation based on project needs and due dates
• Serve as a point of contact for routine questions from technicians and field personnel when the Supervisor is unavailable, escalating issues as appropriate
• Assist with maintaining equipment readiness, inventory accuracy, and calibration status
• Provide practical guidance to less‑experienced personnel on established procedures and equipment handling after demonstrating appropriate competency
• Help identify workflow, documentation, or equipment issues and communicate recommended actions to the Calibration Lab Supervisor

Required Qualifications

• Associates degree, technical certificate, or 1 year of relevant work experience with instrument calibration, troubleshooting, or repair.
• Hold a valid passport or be able to acquire a passport for international travel
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a good driving record
• Basic understanding of measurement principles, electrical/electronic instrumentation, and safe equipment handling
• Ability to follow written procedures, work instructions, and quality requirements accurately
• Ability to use basic test equipment such as digital multimeters and other laboratory measurement instruments
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate technical records
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn Fluke METCAL, SharePoint, and related systems
• Strong organizational, communication, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks while knowing when to seek technical guidance
• Ability to lift and move equipment or project crates up to 50 lbs.
• Interest in developing toward greater responsibility in calibration laboratory operations and technical support

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in calibration, metrology, electronics, instrumentation, maintenance, laboratory, or a closely related technical environment.
• Experience reading schematics, wiring diagrams, technical manuals, or equipment specifications
• Experience supporting field testing or industrial performance testing environments
• Experience with shipping, receiving, inventory control, equipment staging, or international logistics

We invest in our people with competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) with company match; prescription drug coverage; short- and long-term disability; life insurance; tuition reimbursement; and paid vacation and holidays.

CleanAir Engineering is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing challenging career opportunities, ongoing training, competitive compensation, and a drug‑free/smoke‑free workplace.