Calibration Technician - Field

Accredited Labs
United States
Remote

Who this role is best for

Aimed at mid-level technical professionals with field experience who can adapt to varied equipment and environments. The role blends remote work with on-site travel across the US and emphasizes compliance with ISO 17025 standards.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with prior field calibration experience and a mechanical or technical background
    — “the ideal candidate comes from a mechanical or technical background with exposure to calibration procedures”
  • Individuals who can manage client relationships and maintain clear communication
    — “Work directly with clients throughout the calibration process from first onsite touch point to completion of project, including good communication to provide client updates on services needed”
  • Professionals with a track record of learning technical skills quickly and maintaining attention to detail
    — “Have the ability to learn mechanical and technical skills quickly. Have excellent attention to detail.”

Things to consider

  • The role requires significant travel across the US, including long hours on-site at customer locations
    — “Company paid travel to customer locations across Missouri and throughout the US as needed”
  • Candidates must be physically capable of lifting 50 lbs and working in varied field environments
    — “Able to lift 50 lbs, climb, kneel, drive, and stand for long periods of time”

How to stand out

  • Highlight past experience with ISO 17025 compliance and varied equipment calibration in your resume
    — “Perform all duties in accordance with ISO 17025”
  • Emphasize strong customer service and communication skills in your interview responses
    — “Interact professionally with customers, providing excellent service and support”
  • Showcase your ability to learn quickly and adapt to new technical challenges
    — “Have the ability to learn mechanical and technical skills quickly”
  • Demonstrate experience with maintaining accurate and up-to-date calibration records
    — “Maintain calibration records and documentation, ensuring all data is accurate and up to date”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · LowAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Individual

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What success looks like

  • accurate and timely calibrations
  • compliance with industry regulations
  • customer satisfaction
Typical background
calibration technicianfield service

Skills & requirements

Required

CalibrationISO 17025Field ServiceCustomer CommunicationTechnical SkillsQuality Standards

Preferred

MetrologyManufacturer's Quality SystemsTechnical Degree

About the role

Original posting from Accredited Labs via Greenhouse

We are seeking a Calibration Technician to join our Lab Team at CAL-CERT, an Accredited Labs Company.

Our Team of Calibration Technicians are responsible for ensuring the accuracy and reliability of calibrating various measuring devices and instruments across multiple fields.

As a Calibration Technician – Field Service, you will work to calibrate various equipment across differing fields at customer sites. You will be responsible for performing routine and complex work related to the repair and calibration of test, measurement, and diagnostic equipment in the field.

The ideal candidate comes from a mechanical or technical background with exposure to calibration procedures.

Location:  Remote, field-based, operating out of our Kansas City, MO office. Company paid travel to customer locations across Missouri and throughout the US as needed.

DAY TO DAY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Complete accurate and timely calibrations both in our shop and at customer sites in the field.

Perform all duties in accordance with ISO 17025.

Perform routine and complex calibration on a wide variety of equipment per company processes and instruction documentation.

Perform calibration on a variety of devices and instruments in accordance with established procedures and standards.

Work directly with clients throughout the calibration process from first onsite touch point to completion of project, including good communication to provide client updates on services needed.

Ensure all calibration activities comply with industry regulations and quality standards.

Maintain calibration records and documentation, ensuring all data is accurate and up to date.

Interact professionally with customers, providing excellent service and support.

Communicate with customers throughout the process and provide status updates.

Travel to customer locations across Missouri and throughout the US as needed.

YOU WILL BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE IF YOU:

Have the ability to learn mechanical and technical skills quickly.

Can adapt to working with different equipment across varied customer environments.

Are customer oriented with excellent communication skills.

Are a person who is punctual, respectful, and honest with a positive attitude.

Have excellent attention to detail.

Have a strong work ethic.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

1+ years of experience with Electrical, Physical, and/or Mechanical Calibration of equipment.

Able to lift 50 lbs, climb, kneel, drive, and stand for long periods of time.

Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for field service travel.

Demonstrated ability to learn mechanical and technical skills quickly.

Experience working in a technical or mechanical position.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word.

Excellent customer service skills.

Good organizational and prioritization skills.

NICE TO HAVE:

Knowledge of principles, procedures, methods and techniques in metrology gained through education or professional experience.

Experience working with Manufacturer’s Quality Systems.

Associate’s Degree in Engineering, Electronics, or other Technical Fields.

Technical Degree or Certificate.

Military PMEL Training.

Metrology experience.

Experience with IndySoft.

BENEFITS:

We value our team and are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package for all full-time employees, including:

Health Insurance – Comprehensive medical coverage to support your well-being.

Dental Insurance – Preventive and restorative care to keep you smiling.

Vision Insurance – Coverage for eye exams, glasses, and contacts.

401(k) with Company Match – Plan for your future with our retirement savings plan and generous employer match.

Company-Paid Life Insurance – Peace of mind with fully covered life insurance.

Paid Time Off (PTO) – Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with paid time off.

Paid Holidays – Celebrate and recharge with paid company holidays.

Company-Provided Equipment – All necessary tools and technology supplied to help you succeed in your role.

ABOUT US:

Accredited Labs is a trusted provider of accredited calibration services. Our expertise in precision calibration is marked by innovation, quality, and our dedication to customer satisfaction.

We are a network of calibration companies that blends local relationships with the reliability and resources of a national brand. We partner with established regional labs known for their deep community roots and long-standing customer trust and empower them with top-tier infrastructure and ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation. Whether onsite or in-lab, we maintain the personalized service customers depend on and deliver a consistent, compliant experience across every location.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

Accredited Labs is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.

Source: Accredited Labs careers (Greenhouse)

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