Field Calibration Technician

Instrument Calibration Solutions, LLC.

https://instrumentcs.com/
Clayton, OH | Full-time | $24.00 - $29.00 / Hour | Travel Required: 20%

Job Summary

 A Field Calibration Technician plays a crucial role in ensuring the operation and maintenance of measurement equipment and procedures at various customer locations. The person hired for this position is expected to perform routine and complex work related to the repair and calibration of optical measuring systems, 3-axis video measuring systems, (both manual and CNC), and mechanical testing equipment using specialized tools and procedures. The ideal candidate must be able to work independently and with minimal supervision while providing exceptional customer service. 

Job Responsibilities

• Calibration of Optical Comparators, Vision Systems, Hardness Testers, and granite surface plates, etc.
• Interface with customers to facilitate their calibration requirements.
• Frequent travel is required, a combination of nearby travel and distance travel:
  • Calibration is performed onsite at customers' facilities. Many locations are within driving distance of our office and will not require an overnight stay.
  • Some overnight travel is required, estimated at 20%. 
• Perform calibrations, modifications, diagnoses, and repairs on several types of tests and measurement equipment.
• Replace or repair defective components, parts, or systems, as needed, to secure client-focused solutions.
• Communicate with operational staff and customers to determine needs in areas such as repairs, alignments, technical assistance, and any other areas of concern.
• Assist in training new technicians.
• Maintain an increased technical proficiency and effectiveness through on-the-job training and self-study. Opportunity and need to learn other forms of calibration.
• Accurately and efficiently complete necessary documentation and reports, as required.
• Assist operational staff, when necessary, to maintain a high level of customer interaction and satisfaction.
• Develop calibration procedures and measurement systems for customers’ equipment in compliance with our quality requirements.
• Assure compliance with internal quality systems; perform quality assurance functions to ensure calibration reports comply with all pertinent customer requirements. 
• Verify all laboratory standards/test equipment are within calibration dates prior to use.
• Ensure all customer-owned equipment is serviced and returned within the turnaround time promised to the customer.
• Coordinate with operational staff regarding the status of customer equipment, lab personnel, and any problems or situations that arise during calibration.
• Perform other laboratory support functions, as required, for the efficient and orderly operation of the facility.
• Use standard hand tools, measurement and test equipment, computers and computer peripherals, material handling devices, and other common office and electronic test equipment.

Qualifications and Educational Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Higher education coursework in related fields (optical engineering, electronics, metrology, etc.) preferred.
• Work experience in a laboratory setting or with electronics preferred within the metrology industry.
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed.

Preferred Skills

• High level math skills
• Sharp hand-eye coordination
• Excellent communication skills and confident speaking with internal and external customers
• Familiarity with electronic measurement equipment
• Technical training and experience in Metrology, Electronics, or a related field.
• Good time management
• Ability to analyze and interpret data and other information.
• Ability to lift, move and carry up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Physically capable and able to move heavy lapping plates repeatedly.
• Ability to calculate and apply mathematical concepts such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division to practical situations.

Benefits Offered

• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacations and Sick time
• 401k Plan
• Health, Vision, and Dental coverage

About Us ICS, LLC. provides complete metrology solutions for calibration and repair of electrical, mechanical, optical, and process control instruments to meet stringent documentation and quality requirements. Our calibration services meet the applicable requirements of ANSI/NCSL Z540-1 and ISO/IEC 17025, using standards with accuracies traceable to NIST or compared to nationally or internationally recognized consensus standards. ICS Inc. was founded in 2004 by seasoned Marine Corps Metrologists. ICS LLC. prides itself on quality workmanship and customer satisfaction. Our background in the United States Marine Corps calibration program gave us a high-level of knowledge in electrical and mechanical metrology.

Our staff of highly qualified calibration technicians are all military trained and take great pride in their work. We do it right the first time, every time, and in the process, we make sure customer needs are met, and expectations are exceeded. At ICS, LLC., we develop a relationship and partnership with our customers and take the time to listen to our customers and understand each industry. ICS, LLC. partnered with Brechbuhler Scales, Inc. in 2020 to optimize service opportunities even further.

Instrument Calibration Solutions is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.