Técnico de calibración in situ

Deterco Inc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Deterco Inc in Houston is seeking an Onsite Calibration Technician to test, adjust, and calibrate dimensional inspection equipment at customer sites, with a focus on Optical Comparators and Mic Tracs. This role requires hands-on calibration experience and a careful eye for precision.

You will ensure compliance with ISO/IEC 17025, document calibration data, issue certificates, and maintain asset records in our calibration software while collaborating with quality and production teams to minimize

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2–3 years of experience as a Calibration Technician specializing in dimensional or physical/mechanical disciplines.
• Proven, hands-on experience calibrating and operating Optical Comparators (geometric measurement software, optics, and scales) and Mic Tracs / Universal Measuring Machines (for calibrating plug gauges, ring gauges, and thread wires).
• Math & Blueprint Skills: Solid understanding of basic math.
• Precision: High level of manual dexterity and attention to detail when working with delicate precision instruments.

Responsibilities

• Equipment Calibration: Perform routine and complex calibrations on dimensional inspection equipment, specifically focusing on Optical Comparators and Mic Tracs (Micro-Trac systems).
• Technical Compliance: Ensure all calibration activities comply with industry standards, manufacturer specifications, and internal quality procedures (such as ISO/IEC 17025).
• Data Management: Record and document precise calibration data, issue calibration certificates, and maintain accurate asset tracking records in our calibration software.
• Maintenance & Repair: Troubleshoot, clean, and perform minor adjustments or repairs on out-of-tolerance gauges and instruments.
• Client & Team Interaction: Collaborate with quality control and production teams to minimize equipment downtime and ensure seamless workflow.

Skills

Calibration

Dimensional metrology

Blueprint reading

Manual dexterity

Tools

Optical Comparators

Mic Tracs / Universal Measuring Machines

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Onsite Calibration Technician to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for testing, adjusting, and calibrating physical and dimensional precision measurement equipment at customers facility. The ideal candidate will have direct, hands-on experience calibrating critical dimensional inspection tools, with a specific focus on Optical Comparators and Mic Tracs.

Key Responsibilities

Equipment Calibration: Perform routine and complex calibrations on dimensional inspection equipment, specifically focusing on Optical Comparators and Mic Tracs (Micro-Trac systems).

Technical Compliance: Ensure all calibration activities comply with industry standards, manufacturer specifications, and internal quality procedures (such as ISO/IEC 17025).

Data Management: Record and document precise calibration data, issue calibration certificates, and maintain accurate asset tracking records in our calibration software.

Maintenance & Repair: Troubleshoot, clean, and perform minor adjustments or repairs on out-of-tolerance gauges and instruments.

Client & Team Interaction: Collaborate with quality control and production teams to minimize equipment downtime and ensure seamless workflow.

Required Qualifications

Experience: Minimum of 2–3 years of experience as a Calibration Technician specializing in dimensional or physical/mechanical disciplines.

Technical Expertise: Proven, hands-on experience calibrating and operating Optical Comparators (geometric measurement software, optics, and scales) and Mic Tracs / Universal Measuring Machines (for calibrating plug gauges, ring gauges, and thread wires).

Math & Blueprint Skills: Solid understanding of basic math.

Precision: High level of manual dexterity and attention to detail when working with delicate precision instruments.