Calibration Technician B

Bydefault; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of calibration services is seeking a Calibration Technician B to ensure measurement accuracy across various disciplines. This role involves calibrating equipment, maintaining standards, and preparing reports. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and a high school diploma, with a focus on teamwork and attention to detail. Comprehensive benefits and a full-time position are offered.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision

Paid time off including vacation, sick, and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of calibration experience or formal metrology training.
• Ability to perform basic math and algebra.
• Basic troubleshooting, repair, and alignment skills for precision equipment.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate inspection, measurement, and test equipment across specified disciplines.
• Prepare calibration reports and certificates.
• Train subordinates in calibration procedures.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Education

High School diploma

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Job description

Position Overview

The Calibration Technician B will apply knowledge of measurement science, mathematics, physics, and electronics to calibrate inspection, measurement, and test equipment in various disciplines such as Acoustical, Chemical, Dimensional, DC/Low Frequency, RF/Microwave, Fluid, Mechanical, Optical, Thermodynamics, and Time & Frequency to ensure measurement accuracy. The role involves identifying and utilizing appropriate manual and automated measurement procedures.

This position typically receives general instructions and applies job skills and company policies to complete semi-routine tasks. The Calibration Technician B may perform laboratory housekeeping and report opinions and interpretations as needed.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Calibrate inspection, measurement, and test equipment (IM&TE) across specified disciplines to meet published specifications.
• Maintain secondary and/or working calibration standards.
• Perform basic maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of precision equipment.
• Collect, compile, measure, and record calibration data.
• Identify out-of-tolerance conditions and perform corrective actions.
• Prepare calibration reports and certificates.
• Adapt existing calibration equipment and techniques for unique measurement tasks.
• Train subordinates in calibration procedures.
• Interact with technicians, customer service representatives, account managers, and customers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to perform basic math and algebra.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Basic troubleshooting, repair, and alignment skills for precision equipment.
• Basic computer skills, proficiency in MS Word and Excel.
• Minimum one year of calibration experience or formal metrology training.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Attention to detail, self-motivated, team player, and ability to follow procedures.

Physical Demands

• Lift up to 45 pounds.
• Occasional standing and bending.

Working Environment

• Primarily in a laboratory or manufacturing setting.
• Travel may be required domestically and internationally.

What We Offer

• Full-time, non-exempt position.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, retirement, and tuition reimbursement.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick, and holidays.

SIMCO is an equal opportunity employer, complying with all applicable laws and regulations.

About Us

SIMCO Electronics is a leading provider of calibration and software services for test and measurement instruments used in technology organizations. Visit our website: https://www.simco.com