Calibration Technician 2 (3rd Shift)

Daikin Comfort; Waller (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Daikin Comfort in Waller, TX is seeking a Calibration Technician 2 to support the Engineering Lab by calibrating testing instrumentation on schedule and ensuring readings are accurate.

You will perform calibrations, maintain instruments, and keep precise records, while following ISO 17025 procedures, safety rules, and working with external vendors as needed. The role requires 5–8 years in ISO 17025 labs and an associate degree preferred.

Qualifications

• Calibrate testing instrumentation according to procedures and schedules.
• Maintain calibration records with high accuracy and detail.
• Follow ISO 17025 requirements and safety protocols.
• Coordinate with external suppliers and maintain work area organization.

Responsibilities

• Complete calibrations and qualifications in a safe, timely and accurate manner.
• Handle, store and maintain test instrumentation and calibration standards.
• Identify project supply needs and communicate to supervisor.
• Maintain a neat calibration work area and professional image.
• Follow safety protocols in all on-site and office environments.
• Assist with lab preventative maintenance planning and scheduling.
• Coordinate with external suppliers and contractors as required.
• Identify, assess, and manage calibration issues.
• Perform other lab-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Calibration procedures

Traceability

Instrumentation knowledge

Data recording

Time management

Problem solving

MS Excel

Education

High School or GED

Associate degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Instrumentation

Tools

MS Excel

Instrumentation calibration equipment

Data acquisition systems

Job description

The Calibration Technician 2 will support the proper functioning and development of Engineering Lab by calibrating testing instrumentation on schedule, ensuring instruments, gauges and testing devices are calibrated correctly and give accurate readings at all times.

Position Responsibilities May Include

• Complete calibrations and qualifications in a safe, timely and accurate manner following calibration procedures and schedules.
• Responsible for proper handling, storage and maintenance of test instrumentation and calibration standards.
• Identify project supply/equipment needs and convey to his/her supervisor.
• Always maintain a neat and professional calibration work area and projects a professional image.
• Always follow safety protocols when executing tasks and projects. Ensure that work areas are safe, neatly organized and professional on-site and in an office environment.
• Assist with development of lab preventative maintenance plans and scheduling of same.
• Coordination with external suppliers and contractors as required.
• Identify, assess, and actively manage calibration related issues.
• Perform other job functions related to labs as assigned.

Nature & Scope

• Has working knowledge and skills to perform a defined set of analytical/scientific methods or operational processes
• Applies experience and skills to complete assigned work within own area of expertise
• Works within standard operating procedures and/or scientific methods
• Works with a moderate degree of supervision

Knowledge & Skills

• Effective communication skills.
• Knowledge in traceability, test accuracy and uncertainty ratios as part of ISO 17025 requirements
• Ability to interoperate Standards.
• Knowledge in pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical instrumentation, calibration, and requirements of accuracy testing.
• Ability to operate scissor lifts to reach instrumentation at higher levels.
• Knowledge of MS Excel (Office, Excel, PP, Word).
• Knowledge of thermocouples, pressure transducers, current transducers, and digital power meters.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Proficient in developing and maintaining accurate and complete records.
• Knowledge in instrumentation and data acquisition systems.
• Ability to Prioritize, coordinate, and follow up with others to meet objectives.
• Ability to Learn and apply new technology as needed.
• Problem solving or troubleshooting.

Experience

• 5-8 years of experience in an ISO 17025 certified calibration lab

Education/Certification

• High School or GED required.
• Associate degree in electrical, mechanical, instrumentation field or equivalent from an accredited trade school preferred

People Management: No

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

• It requires frequent sitting, standing, and walking.
• Daily use of computer.
• May stand for extended periods when facilitating meeting, conducting calibration or walking in the facility.
• May be exposure to relatively high and low temperatures for a short period of times when accessing test rooms.
• Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations.

Reports To: Supervisor / Manager

The Company provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of a person’s race, color, religion (including religious dress or grooming practices), creed, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, uniform service member or veteran status, ancestry, disability, physical or mental disability (including HIV/AIDS), medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, request for protected leave, marital status, sex, pregnancy, age (over 40), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company will comply with all federal and state regulations and statutes pertaining to individuals with disabilities.