Electrical Calibration Technician

About the RoleF.D. Hurka Metrology is an ISO/IEC 17025-accredited calibration lab in Charlotte. We’re hiring an experienced Electrical Calibration Technician to calibrate, troubleshoot, and repair electrical and electronic test equipment in our lab and at customer sites. You’ll work independently, help maintain our lab standards, and support the development of newer technicians. Some dimensional and mechanical calibration work is part of the job too.

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What You’ll DoElectrical Calibration (Lab & Field)Calibrate a wide range of electrical and electronic test equipment on your own: DMMs, clamp meters, power supplies, process calibrators, insulation/hipot testers, oscilloscopes, signal generators, frequency counters, and electronic loadsRun calibrations with multifunction calibrators (e.g., Fluke 5522A), reference DMMs, and other lab standards, both manually and with automated procedures (MET/CAL or similar)Troubleshoot and repair instruments down to the component levelEvaluate out-of-tolerance conditions, perform adjustments, and record as-found/as-left dataWrite or update procedures for new or unusual instrumentsDimensional & MechanicalCalibrate calipers, micrometers, height gauges, torque wrenches, and pressure gauges as neededLab Standards & QualityMaintain and verify lab reference and working standards, and track their recalibration schedulesSupport measurement uncertainty work, internal audits, and ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation assessmentsMonitor and document lab environmental conditionsField ServiceLead on-site calibration jobs at customer facilities such as manufacturing plants, machine shops, and labsCoordinate schedules, scope, and site access with customers and the Field Calibration SupervisorDocumentationReview and complete calibration certificates, data sheets, repair reports, and traceability records accuratelyCustomer & TeamServe as a technical point of contact for customers; explain findings, out-of-tolerance results, and repair recommendationsTrain and mentor junior technicians on procedures, standards, and documentation
What You BringRequired2–5 years of hands-on experience in electrical/electronic calibration or test equipment repairStrong electronics fundamentals and the ability to troubleshoot from a schematic down to a failed componentExperience using multifunction calibrators and precision electrical standardsWorking knowledge of ISO/IEC 17025, NIST traceability, and calibration documentationProficient soldering and rework skillsAble to work on your own in the lab and at customer sitesComfortable with Microsoft Word, Excel, and calibration management softwareValid driver’s license with a clean driving record; must meet company auto insurance requirementsAble to travel to customer sites (about 50%)Able to lift up to 50 lbsHigh school diploma or equivalentPreferredAssociate degree in electronics, instrumentation, or a related fieldMilitary PMEL, TMDE, or METCAL backgroundExperience writing or editing Fluke MET/CAL proceduresFamiliarity with measurement uncertainty budgetsASQ CCT or IPC soldering certificationExperience with GAGEtrak, Qualer, or IndySoft xzbcwsv Dimensional or mechanical calibration experienceWorking ConditionsSplit between our Charlotte lab and customer sites; travel is about 50%, with occasional overnight staysCompany vehicle provided for field service travelSettings include labs, machine shops, and production floorsInvolves handling and transporting sensitive electronics and calibration standardsPay & BenefitsPay: $25.00–$32.00/hour, based on experienceCompany vehicle3% company 401(k) contribution, no employee match requiredHealth, dental, and vision insuranceLife insurancePaid time off and a flexible schedulePaid training, certifications, and professional development
Pay: $25.00 - $32.00 per hourExpected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:401(k)Dental insuranceFlexible spending accountHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offRelocation assistanceVision insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Charlotte, NC 28273