Lead Calibration Technician
Asplundh Engineering Services, LLC
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Job summary
Asplundh Electrical Testing (AET) in Palm Springs, CA is seeking a Lead Calibration Technician to ensure measurement system reliability with full NIST traceability. You will mentor a team, develop calibration procedures, and lead process improvements. Strong communication with customers and a focus on quality are essential.
The role blends hands-on calibration with leadership in audits, CAPA, and data reporting using Crystal Reports and Excel. Travel to support on-site and lab work is expected.
Qualifications
- 3–5 years hands‑on calibration experience with electrical measurement principles.
- Experience with uncertainty analysis and traceability systems is required.
- Proficiency calibrating a broad range of test equipment and leading teams is preferred.
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in Metrology, Electronics, Instrumentation, or Engineering.
Responsibilities
- Perform and verify in-lab and on-site calibrations with full traceability to NIST or equivalent standards.
- Develop and validate calibration procedures and uncertainty budgets per ISO/IEC 17025 and ANSI/NCSL Z540.
- Manage Fluke MET/CAL, MET/TEAM, and Fluke Customer Portal for records integrity.
- Analyze calibration data for trends and recommend corrective actions to improve accuracy and turnaround time.
- Oversee external calibration vendors and ensure environmental condition compliance.
- Lead root cause investigations and implement CAPA for nonconformances.
- Prepare detailed performance reports using Crystal Reports and advanced Excel tools.
- Support internal and external audits with traceability evidence and compliance.
- Train and mentor calibration technicians, fostering growth and safety.
- Act as technical liaison for customer inquiries and guidance.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance throughput and customer satisfaction.
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Job description
Location: Palm Springs, CA, United States
Requisition Number: 7555
Salary Range: USD $36.00 - USD $44.00 (Annually)
Join a high-performance team at Asplundh Electrical Testing (AET) —a NETA-certified leader in electrical testing—where precision, compliance, and innovation drive everything we do. As a Lead Calibration Technician , you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the reliability and traceability of all measurement systems while mentoring a skilled team. This position blends hands‑on technical expertise with leadership in process optimization, customer engagement, and continuous improvement. If you are a metrology professional passionate about technical mastery and quality excellence, this is your opportunity to lead and make an impact.
- Perform and verify in-lab and on‑site calibrations for electrical, mechanical, and thermal instruments with full traceability to NIST or equivalent standards.
- Develop and validate calibration procedures and uncertainty budgets using Fluke Editor and manufacturer specifications in alignment with ISO/IEC 17025 and ANSI/NCSL Z540.
- Manage Fluke MET/CAL, MET/TEAM, and Fluke Customer Portal for accurate calibration records and data integrity.
- Analyze calibration data for trends and recommend corrective actions to improve accuracy and turnaround time.
- Oversee external calibration vendors, ensuring compliance with tolerances and environmental conditions.
- Lead root cause investigations and implement CAPA for calibration‑related nonconformances.
- Prepare detailed performance reports using Crystal Reports and advanced Excel tools.
- Support internal and external audits, presenting evidence of traceability and compliance.
- Train and mentor calibration technicians, fostering technical growth and adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Act as a technical liaison for customer inquiries and provide expert guidance.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance throughput and customer satisfaction.
- Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Metrology, Electronics, Instrumentation, or Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related field).
- 3–5 years of hands‑on calibration experience with demonstrated proficiency in electrical measurement principles, uncertainty analysis, and traceability systems.
- Proven experience calibrating and troubleshooting a broad range of test and measurement equipment, including multimeters, oscilloscopes, pressure gauges, high‑voltage probes, temperature sensors, transducers, environmental chambers, power supplies, multiproduct calibrators, hipots, DLROs, micro ohmmeters, carrier equipment, and insulated poles.
- Leadership or team coordination experience preferred.
- Advanced user of Fluke MET/CAL, MET/TEAM, and Fluke Editor.
- Skilled in data analysis and reporting using Crystal Reports and Excel (macros, pivot tables).
- Understanding of measurement uncertainty, calibration intervals, and tolerance determination.
- Proficient with Microsoft Teams and collaborative digital tools.
- OSHA 10/30 Certification
Company-sponsored certification programs available. - Health, dental, and vision insurance which start on day 1 of employment
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Office and on‑site settings; travel required.
- Requires standing for extended periods, operating precision instruments, and lifting moderate weights.
Asplundh Electrical Testing (AET) has been a leading provider of independent electrical testing services since 1981. Headquartered in Foxboro, MA, with regional offices across the country, AET specializes in substation commissioning, acceptance testing, and maintenance for clients in electrical transmission, distribution, and generation. As a NETA-certified company and a member of Asplundh Engineering Services—a subsidiary of Asplundh Infrastructure Group—AET is committed to delivering reliable, high-quality services at competitive prices.
As part of the Asplundh family, AET benefits from extensive resources and a century of experience. Together, we provide utilities with comprehensive end‑to‑end services—from design to construction, testing, and maintenance—ensuring reliability and peace of mind.
At AET, we believe in tackling challenges together with our customers, leveraging our collective experience and resources to achieve success in every project.
Join a high-performance team at Asplundh Electrical Testing (AET) —a NETA-certified leader in electrical testing—where precision, compliance, and innovation drive everything we do. As a Lead Calibration Technician , you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the reliability and traceability of all measurement systems while mentoring a skilled team. This position blends hands‑on technical expertise with leadership in process optimization, customer engagement, and continuous improvement. If you are a metrology professional passionate about technical mastery and quality excellence, this is your opportunity to lead and make an impact.
- Perform and verify in‑lab and on‑site calibrations for electrical, mechanical, and thermal instruments with full traceability to NIST or equivalent standards.
- Develop and validate calibration procedures and uncertainty budgets using Fluke Editor and manufacturer specifications in alignment with ISO/IEC 17025 and ANSI/NCSL Z540.
- Manage Fluke MET/CAL, MET/TEAM, and Fluke Customer Portal for accurate calibration records and data integrity.
- Analyze calibration data for trends and recommend corrective actions to improve accuracy and turnaround time.
- Oversee external calibration vendors, ensuring compliance with tolerances and environmental conditions.
- Lead root cause investigations and implement CAPA for calibration‑related nonconformances.
- Prepare detailed performance reports using Crystal Reports and advanced Excel tools.
- Support internal and external audits, presenting evidence of traceability and compliance.
- Train and mentor calibration technicians, fostering technical growth and adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Act as a technical liaison for customer inquiries and provide expert guidance.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance throughput and customer satisfaction.
- Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Metrology, Electronics, Instrumentation, or Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related field).
- 3–5 years of hands‑on calibration experience with demonstrated proficiency in electrical measurement principles, uncertainty analysis, and traceability systems.
- Proven experience calibrating and troubleshooting a broad range of test and measurement equipment, including multimeters, oscilloscopes, pressure gauges, high‑voltage probes, temperature sensors, transducers, environmental chambers, power supplies, multiproduct calibrators, hipots, DLROs, micro ohmmeters, carrier equipment, and insulated poles.
- Leadership or team coordination experience preferred.
- Advanced user of Fluke MET/CAL, MET/TEAM, and Fluke Editor.
- Skilled in data analysis and reporting using Crystal Reports and Excel (macros, pivot tables).
- Understanding of measurement uncertainty, calibration intervals, and tolerance determination.
- Proficient with Microsoft Teams and collaborative digital tools.
- ASQ Certified Calibration Technician (CCT)
- OSHA 10/30 Certification
Company-sponsored certification programs available.
- Competitive salary
- Health, dental, and vision insurance which start on day 1 of employment
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Office and on‑site settings; travel required.
- Requires standing for extended periods, operating precision instruments, and lifting moderate weights.
- Collaborative, safety‑first culture.
Asplundh Electrical Testing (AET) has been a leading provider of independent electrical testing services since 1981. Headquartered in Foxboro, MA, with regional offices across the country, AET specializes in substation commissioning, acceptance testing, and maintenance for clients in electrical transmission, distribution, and generation. As a NETA-certified company and a member of Asplundh Engineering Services—a subsidiary of Asplundh Infrastructure Group—AET is committed to delivering reliable, high-quality services at competitive prices.
As part of the Asplundh family, AET benefits from extensive resources and a century of experience. Together, we provide utilities with comprehensive end‑to‑end services—from design to construction, testing, and maintenance—ensuring reliability and peace of mind.
At AET, we believe in tackling challenges together with our customers, leveraging our collective experience and resources to achieve success in every project.
- Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC and its family of companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to any legally protected characteristic.
- If you require reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our ADA Coordinator at 1-800-248-8733, ext. 3656.
- Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre‑employment requirements, which include background screening, drug testing, and employment eligibility verification.
- Compensation determination is based on market data, job scope and individual qualifications.
- We offer a competitive total rewards package inclusive of health and welfare and retirement benefits, as well as paid time off and holiday pay benefits.
- Unsolicited resumes without an executed agency agreement become the property of the company.
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