Field Scale Technician — Install, Calibrate & Repair

Fairbanks Scales Inc.; Glen Burnie (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

After-hours premiums

Professional training

Varied equipment exposure

Independent work culture

Job summary

Fairbanks Scales Inc. is seeking a dedicated Scale Technician to join our team in Maryland. You will install, calibrate, and repair bench and truck scales, ensuring accuracy for our customers’ operations.

The role requires mechanical and electrical aptitude, a high school diploma or technical certification, and 1–2 years in related fields. Some after-hours work and weekend calls may be required, with a strong emphasis on safety and customer service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certificate or 2-year degree is a plus.
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude.
• 1–2 years of maintenance, mechanical, industrial, electrical, or related experience.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn and work well with others including customers and sales managers to ensure safe, first-time accuracy.
• Clean driving record and ability to obtain Class B CDL (interstate).
• Ability to work beyond the typical schedule of Monday through Friday for eight hours; occasional weekends as needed.
• Above all, a safety mindset and proactive about safety.

Responsibilities

• Installing, calibrating, servicing, and repairing various types of scales and weighing systems.
• Documenting calibration and repair actions by completing inspection checklists and forms timely and accurate.
• Provide excellent service while interacting with customers and teammates.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

CDL Class B

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical certificate or 2-year degree

Job description

Fairbanks Scales Inc. is seeking a dedicated Scale Technician to join our team in Maryland. You will install, calibrate, and repair bench and truck scales, ensuring accuracy for our customers’ operations.

The role requires mechanical and electrical aptitude, a high school diploma or technical certification, and 1–2 years in related fields. Some after-hours work and weekend calls may be required, with a strong emphasis on safety and customer service.