Calibration Technician - Texarkana, AR

Goodyear; Texarkana (AR); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in tire technology is seeking Calibration Technicians for their Texarkana plant. The role involves calibrating instrumentation and troubleshooting electronic equipment in a heavy industrial environment. Candidates should have a high school diploma, relevant experience, and be able to work in various conditions. Competitive pay, sign-on bonuses, and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Medical, prescription, dental, vision, and life insurance

401K plan

Paid vacation after 1 year

Employee discounts and wellness programs

25% tuition discount for employees

Qualifications

• 2 years of industrial technical experience or completion of an accredited apprenticeship.
• Ability to pass aptitude and hands-on assessments.

Responsibilities

• Calibrating and troubleshooting plant instrumentation and electronic equipment.
• Evaluating machine operations to identify and implement process improvements.

Skills

Dependable attendance

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma, GED, or CRC with Silver Certificate

Tools

Calibration devices

Chart Recorder Displays

Load cells

Thermocouple

RTD

Thermistor

Infrared

Transducers

Switches

Job description

**Goodyear. More Driven.**

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**Walk-ins Welcomed**

**Wednesday, February 26th, 8am – 3pm**

**McCulloch Industrial Building, Texarkana College**

**1222 Coolidge Ave, Texarkana, AR**

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For over a century, Goodyear has been redefining tire technology, producing innovative tires for various vehicles. Our success is driven by our outstanding workforce. We offer a unique work environment where every role contributes to the development, manufacturing, and marketing of top tire products. We seek motivated individuals who inspire greatness and value support and investment in their careers. We invest over 1000 hours into training new hires to ensure safety and quality.

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**Base Pay:** $28.13/hour, increasing to $40.05 with continuing education opportunities.

**Sign-on Bonus:** Totaling $10,000, paid out over 3 years, including $4,000 within 30 days.

**Benefits:** A comprehensive rewards program promoting health, work-life balance, and personal growth:

• Medical, prescription, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401K plan
• Opportunities for advancement and career development
• Competitive wages
• Paid vacation after 1 year, holidays after 30 days
• Employee discounts and wellness programs
• Partnership with Texas A&M University – Texarkana offering a 25% tuition discount for employees on various programs

The **Calibration Technicians** are responsible for calibrating and troubleshooting plant instrumentation and electronic equipment. The ideal candidate will evaluate machine operations to identify and implement process improvements in systems such as:

• Temperature: Thermocouple, RTD, Thermistor, Infrared
• Pressure: Transducers, switches
• Weight Control Systems: Load cells
• Chart Recorder Displays: Interface units, calibration devices

This role involves regular communication with the Electrical Engineer, establishing calibration schedules, and offers a career path to Electronics Technician through training and experience.

**Requirements:**

• High school diploma, GED, or CRC with Silver Certificate or higher
• At least 18 years old
• Legal authorization to work in the US
• Ability to lift heavy materials, climb, stand, squat, bend, and work at heights
• 2 years of industrial technical experience or completion of an accredited apprenticeship
• Ability to pass aptitude and hands-on assessments

**Shift Details:** 12-hour shifts, likely night shift, with a 2-2-3 schedule, providing natural overtime and every other weekend off.

**Work Environment:** Texarkana, AR Plant — a fast-paced, heavy industrial setting with hot, cold, and noisy conditions. Safety procedures are mandatory, including PPE such as hearing and eye protection, protective clothing, and steel-toed shoes.

**Additional Qualifications:**

• Dependable attendance and punctuality
• Basic computer skills preferred

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Goodyear employs approximately 62,000 people across 46 facilities in 21 countries, with innovation centers in Akron, Ohio, and Luxembourg. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. For accessibility assistance, contact [phone].