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Job Description Job Description Instrumentation & Calibration Technician - Laboratory Pay: $31.00-$35.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications Full-Time Monday-Friday Primarily Shop-Based No Routine Travel Calibrations & Controls is a growing calibration and instrumentation service company serving municipal, industrial, manufacturing, and process-control customers throughout Minnesota and the Midwest. We are looking for an experienced Instrumentation & Calibration Technician to join our team in a primarily shop-based role. Unlike our field service positions, this technician will spend the majority of their time working in our calibration laboratory performing calibration, testing, troubleshooting, and repair of customer instrumentation. This position does not involve routine customer-site travel or overnight travel. We are looking for someone with a strong technical background who is comfortable working with industrial instrumentation, test equipment, electrical signals, sensors, and calibration procedures.ResponsibilitiesPerform calibration and verification of industrial instrumentation using established procedures and traceable reference standards.Perform as-found and as-left testing and make adjustments when appropriate.Calibrate, test, troubleshoot, and service equipment including:Gas detectors and gas monitoring equipmentPressure gauges, pressure transmitters, and switchesTemperature instruments and sensorspH and conductivity metersDissolved oxygen instrumentationFlow meters and flow instrumentationElectrical and 4-20 mA instrumentationProcess transmitters and related industrial instrumentationUse calibration standards, process calibrators, multimeters, pressure standards, temperature equipment, gas calibration equipment, and other test equipment.Diagnose instrument failures and determine whether equipment requires adjustment, repair, sensor replacement, or additional service.Perform basic repairs and replacement of sensors, batteries, fittings, components, and other serviceable parts.Review and interpret manufacturer manuals, specifications, wiring diagrams, calibration procedures, and technical documentation.Accurately document calibration results, including as-found and as-left readings.Complete calibration records, technician notes, and other required documentation.Inspect incoming customer equipment for damage, missing components, contamination, or other issues.Communicate equipment failures, repair recommendations, and unusual findings to supervisors.Maintain calibration standards and laboratory equipment in an organized and professional manner.Maintain a clean and organized calibration workspace.Follow company quality procedures and safety requirements.Assist with developing and improving calibration procedures as experience with equipment and processes grows. Required QualificationsHigh school diploma or GED.Minimum of approximately 3 years of professional experience in calibration, instrumentation, electronics, industrial maintenance, process controls, or a closely related technical field.Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude.Experience using electrical or electronic test equipment.Ability to read and follow technical procedures and manufacturer documentation.Ability to read wiring diagrams, specifications, and technical manuals.Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate work.Basic understanding of electrical measurements and signals.Comfortable working with computers and electronic documentation.Ability to work independently after completing company-specific training.Dependable and able to maintain consistent attendance. Preferred Qualifications Direct experience in one or more of the following areas is highly desirable:Instrument calibrationIndustrial instrumentation4-20 mA loops and process signalsPressure calibrationTemperature calibrationFlow instrumentationGas detection equipmentAnalytical instrumentationpH, conductivity, or dis