Calibration Technician
Company: Orion Talent
Job Ref: # 4590109
Date Posted: 1/22/2026 12:00:00 AM
City, State: Dayton, OH
Salary: $28 - $35
Description
Go to end ⇓Key Responsibilities
- Calibrate IM&TE equipment in one or more disciplines including:
Acoustical, Chemical, Dimensional, DC/Low Frequency, RF/Microwave, Fluid, Mechanical, Optical, Thermodynamics, and Time & Frequency - Maintain secondary and working calibration standards
- Perform basic maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of precision equipment
- Collect, measure, analyze, summarize, and record calibration data
- Identify out-of-tolerance conditions and perform corrective actions
- Identify and correct measurement errors
- Prepare calibration reports and certificates
- Adapt calibration equipment and techniques for non-standard measurement tasks
- Train junior technicians in calibration concepts and procedures
- Interact with technicians, customer service representatives, account managers, and customers
- Maintain laboratory housekeeping standards
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Must-Have Skills, Experience, and Education
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Minimum of 1 year of calibration experience (formal metrology training may offset experience)
- Ability to perform general math and algebra
- Basic troubleshooting skills for precision equipment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel
- Basic computer skills
- Strong attention to detail and adherence to written procedures
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
- Self-motivated and able to work both independently and as part of a team
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 45 lbs without assistance
- Occasional standing and bending required
Working Environment
- Laboratory and manufacturing environments
- Occasional work at customer sites
- Travel as required
























