Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Under the supervision and direction of technicians within the lab and in training programs, learn fundamental calibration techniques and processes
Develop skills necessary to perform calibrations independently
Fulfill duties safely under working conditions, in keeping with Company requirements and standards
Other duties as assigned
Primary Objectives
Learn fundamental calibration skills and techniques
Develop skills necessary to perform calibrations independently
Develop skills necessary to advance to Calibration Technician II position, which includes a working knowledge and competency in at least four (4) disciplines and expert competency in one (1) discipline
Deliver on Transcat’s Quality Policy (QAC-F01-001)
Qualifications
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Qualifications
Ability to learn new skills regarding calibration and calibration processes
Previous experience with electronic or machining training
Basic mathematical skills including algebra, geometry, and statistics
Familiarity with basic tools
Proficiency with office computer software including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Basic organizational and time management skills
3+ years driving experience with a valid driver’s license and acceptable driver history
Education and Experience
High School diploma or GED
Preferred
Previous experience or training in electronics or machining
Basic mathematical skills including algebra, geometry, and statistics
Familiarity with basic hand tools
Proficiency with Microsoft Office computer software including Word, Excel, and Outlook
Organizational and time management skills
Experience in PMEL, PME, TMDE, Metrology, Calibration, ASQ CCT, METCAL, GPETE, Electronics, GCAMS, or Avionics
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. We will reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to read, write, talk, and hear. The employee is often required to sit and use their hands and fingers to handle tools and equipment. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Occasionally will be required to lift up to 75 lbs.
Work Environment
The work environment described here is representative of what an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to risk of electrical shock. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination
Transcat is an equal-opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination based on any protected status. As required by United States law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic predisposition or carrier status, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), status as a protected veteran, or as a member of any other protected group or activity under federal, state, and local law.
We will make reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of their position unless doing so poses an undue hardship to the company or a direct threat to health or safety.
Contingencies
All offers of employment are contingent upon successfully completing all pre-employment requirements, which include verification of identity and employment eligibility, and when applicable, a motor vehicle driving record report.