Lead Calibration Technician: Metrology & Compliance

Asplundh Electrical Testing; Palm Springs (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance (

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Asplundh Electrical Testing seeks a Lead Calibration Technician to ensure traceability and reliability of measurement systems while mentoring a team. You will blend hands‑on calibration with leadership in process improvement and customer engagement.

Rigorous experience with electrical metrology, uncertainty analysis, and ISO/IEC 17025 alignment is required. Travel to sites and on‑site calibration support are expected as part of a collaborative, safety‑first culture.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Data analysis

Education

Metrology/Instrumentation Engineering degree

Tools

Fluke MET/CAL

MET/TEAM

Fluke Editor

Job description

Asplundh Electrical Testing seeks a Lead Calibration Technician to ensure traceability and reliability of measurement systems while mentoring a team. You will blend hands‑on calibration with leadership in process improvement and customer engagement.

Rigorous experience with electrical metrology, uncertainty analysis, and ISO/IEC 17025 alignment is required. Travel to sites and on‑site calibration support are expected as part of a collaborative, safety‑first culture.