Instrument Calibration Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary
Automation Service is seeking an Instrument Calibration Technician to calibrate, troubleshoot, repair and assemble process control instrumentation in our climate-controlled shop. You’ll test pressure, temperature, level and flow instruments against customer specifications, document every calibration, and work with our sales, assembly and technician teams to deliver accurate, reliable equipment to our customers.

Responsibilities:

• Calibrate process control instruments to customer specifications by applying a known input, measuring the output and adjusting to spec.
• Inspect incoming equipment and determine whether it can be repaired.
• Troubleshoot instrument and production defects.
• Certify and document calibration results, and enter certifications and calibration data in Fluke calibration software.
• Clean and calibrate instruments in a clean room environment.
• Follow detailed, multi-step work instructions for each job.
• Assemble process control instrumentation.
• Work with customers to discuss and troubleshoot their instrumentation issues.
• Partner with the Manufacturing/Assembly, Sales and Technician teams.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical school degree or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Strong pneumatic background, including valve positioners and transmitters.
• Ability to convert units of measure.
• Strong attention to detail, dependability and a sense of urgency.
• Self-motivated, with a high level of integrity.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with transmitters and flow, level, pressure and temperature instruments.
• Knowledge of process control theory.
• Experience with Fluke calibrators or calibration software.

Working Conditions:

• Climate-controlled shop environment, including clean room work.
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM.
• Occasional overtime may be required.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Pay: $25–$30/hour, based on experience
• Overtime available with premium pay
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off and paid holidays

Automation Service is part of Ovation Holdings, Inc., an equal opportunity employer.