Calibration Technician

GR Metrology; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 38,572 - 57,859; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Tools provided

Career progression

Job summary

GR Metrology in Chicago, IL seeks a Senior Calibration Technician to lead onsite and lab calibrations across multiple disciplines, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance. You will own calibration workflows, document results, and mentor junior staff as the lab comes online.

Key focus areas include cross-discipline metrology, safety, quality, and customer communication, with competitive hourly pay and opportunities for professional growth within a hands-on, quality-driven team.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in accredited Calibration Laboratory performing metrology solutions including temperature, dimensional, force, pressure, mass, and electrical.
• ISO17025 compliance.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel regionally.
• Overtime/weekends/on‑call as needed.
• Physical ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Perform onsite and in-lab equipment calibrations with limited oversight and generate calibration certificates.
• Work across measurement disciplines as SME in temperature, dimensional, force, pressure, mass, and electrical.
• Evaluate non-routine out-of-tolerance results and recommend corrective actions.
• Prepare for field work by reviewing procedures, specifications, and equipment lists.
• Document calibration results, asset data, time, and parts usage using company systems.
• Provide mentorship to less experienced technicians and contribute ideas for lab improvement.

Skills

Calibration expertise

Metrology knowledge

Customer communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ASQ Certification

PMEL Certification

METCAL Certification

Tools

IndySoft

Job description

Employment Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt (Hourly)

Competitive pay with higher rates for multi-discipline expertise

About the Role

GR Metrology, a Best and Brightest Company, is seeking an experienced Senior Calibration Technician to while continuing to support onsite customer calibrations. This role is ideal for a highly skilled technician who excels in precision work, takes ownership of quality systems, and is motivated by building operational excellence from the ground up.

The Senior Calibration Technician will play a key role in, implementing existing calibration standards and ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance across all measurement activities. This position offers the opportunity to combine hands‑on technical expertise with leadership, problem‑solving, and collaboration as the lab is brought fully online.

Essential Functions

Calibration & Technical Service

• Perform onsite and in-lab equipment calibrations with limited oversight and generate calibration certificates.
• Work across assigned measurement disciplines as a technical subject matter expert resource such as temperature, dimensional, force, pressure, mass, and electrical (additional disciplines trained over time).
• Evaluate non-routine on out-of-tolerance results and recommend corrective actions
• Prepare for field work by reviewing procedures, specifications, and equipment lists.
• Accurately document calibration results, asset data, time, and parts usage using company systems.
• Perform basic setup and installation of plug-and-play distributed products.
• Maintain company vehicle condition and report maintenance needs promptly.

Customer Interaction & Representation

• Serve as a professional, courteous, and technically confident representative of GR Metrology at customer sites.
• Communicate clearly with customers regarding technical findings, compliance considerations, and limitations, during check-in, service, and close-out.
• Identify opportunities to support customer needs and promote GR Metrology services by delivering reliable, value-added service

Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Follow all safety procedures with a strong “no shortcuts” mindset.
• Report safety incidents or near misses promptly.
• Ensure tools, equipment, and standards are in proper working condition, within calibration, and aligned with company and accreditation requirements
• Support internal quality reviews, audits, and documentation requirements by providing technical input and corrective action support
• Maintain clean, organized work areas and model best practices for others
• Take ownership of certification, professional growth, and technical competency within assigned disciplines.
• Provide informal mentorship or guidance to less experienced technicians as the team grows
• Contribute ideas for improvement related to lab efficiency, quality, and technical accuracy
• Demonstrate reliability through consistent attendance, punctuality, sound judgement, and strong work ethic

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience within an accredited Calibration Laboratory performing metrology solutions including temperature, dimensional, force, pressure, mass, and electrical
• ISO17025
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel regionally.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, or on‑call as needed.
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods, walk several miles per shift, bend frequently, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to pass pre‑employment DOT drug testing and physical

Desired Qualifications

• American Society for Quality Certification (ASQ Cert)
• Precision Measurement Equipment Laboratory Certification (PMEL Cert)
• Experience using IndySoft
• METCAL Quality Program Certification

Why Join GR Metrology

• Strong onboarding support and continued investment in technical development
• Opportunities to work across a variety of measurement disciplines and industries
• Company‑supplied tools, equipment, and vehicle to support field service work
• Intentional career progression with room to grow professionally
• A collaborative culture grounded in growth, safety, quality and operational excellence

Equal Opportunity Employer

GR Metrology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, gender, disability, or any other protected status.