Mechanical Calibration Technician

Micro Precision; Grass Valley (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

FSA

Job summary

Micro Precision is seeking a Calibration Technician to calibrate a variety of test instruments across dimensional, industrial/mechanical, and temperature equipment. You will collect data, complete certifications, and maintain company standards under the Lab Manager's guidance.

Ideal candidates have basic instrumentation experience, math understanding, and strong communication skills. Expect travel up to 75% to customer sites while working in a local lab and at client facilities.

Qualifications

• Valid Driver’s License
• US Citizenship required
• Basic knowledge of mechanical/dimensional equipment preferred
• Experience with basic instrumentation and manual tools preferred
• Basic mathematics understanding
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience with MS Word and Excel
• Ability to work independently and under supervision of Senior Technicians
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate a variety of test instruments across skill areas (Dimensional, Industrial/Mechanical, Temperature).
• Perform standards maintenance and checking of company standards as assigned by Lab Manager.
• Collect calibration data and record information on data sheets; complete calibration certifications, including out-of-tolerance conditions.
• Share knowledge and best practices with team members; continue training in all calibration aspects.
• Observe safety and quality standards in all tasks and comply with company policies.
• Communicate calibration issues and procedures clearly with customers and coworkers by phone, in person, and via email.

Skills

Mechanical equipment knowledge

Instrumentation experience

Manual tools

Mathematics understanding

Interpersonal and communication skills

MS Word and Excel

Independent work ability

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Job description

About this position

Description:

• Responsible for calibrating a variety of test instruments for one or more skill areas, such as:
  • Dimensional Equipment
  • Industrial / Mechanical Equipment
  • Temperature Equipment
• Perform standards maintenance & checking of company standards if assigned by Lab Manager
• Collect calibration data and record information on data sheets. Complete calibration certifications, including out of tolerance conditions.
• Continue to be trained in all aspects of Micro Precision Calibration Services and share gained knowledge and other best practices with other team members
• Observe safety precautions and quality standards in the performance of tasks and compliy with the company
• Clearly communicate calibration issues and procedures with customers and coworkers on the phone, in person and through email

Requirements

• Valid Driver’s License
• Requires US Citizenship
• Basic Knowledge of Mechanical and Dimensional equipment preferred
• Experience in basic instrumentation and manual tools preferred
• Basic mathematics understanding
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience in MS Word and Excel
• Ability to work both independently and under the supervision of Senior Technicians
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. without assistance

Training

We accept applicants new to the calibration industry who are eager to learn

Work Environment

• Work performed in the local laboratory and at customer facilities
• Up to 75% out of town, overnight travel

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at Micro Precision without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, along with FSA
• 2 weeks of vacation and 6 days of sick time annually