Calibration Technician

We have an exceptional opportunity for a Calibration Field Technician to join our team in the New Jersey area. We are seeking innovative problem solvers who can provide creative service solutions to our customers. Calibration Technicians perform routine and complex work related to the repair and calibration of test, measurement and diagnostic equipment. If you are ready for the next step in your career, we have an exceptional opportunity for an experienced Calibration Technician to join our team.

Responsibilities Include:

• Drives Company Service Vehicle to various customer sites throughout the region, frequent travel.
• There is the potential for infrequent air travel.
• Role requires overnight stays when jobs are scheduled outside 75 miles of home(base).
• Work with Leaders, Supervisors or designated personal ensuring all requirements to complete the job are prepared in advance of onsite in accordance with MVS onsite process.
• Assist Lab Supervisors on capabilities reviews and equipment needs to complete customer onsites.
• Achieves customer satisfaction though completion of calibration services within expected timeframes.
• Functions frequently as the primary representative of Tektronix to the customer
• Performs basic repairs and Preventative maintenance.
• Adheres to quality management system policies and procedures in performance of work.
• FBS implementation - Daily Scheduling Improvements, Visual Management Improvements, Kaizen Charters, Kaizen Participation, Intermediate problem solving.
• Plans, oversees, organizes, participates, and/or leads onsite events independently; escalates complex issues to supervisors and managers when appropriate.
• Performs other laboratory support functions as required in an efficient and orderly manner.
• Accurately enters data into tracking database.
• May occasionally perform final inspection of work completed by other technicians,
• Creates calibration data sheets accurately and efficiently with minimal supervision based upon instrument specifications and approved calibration procedures.
• Completes all documentation supporting customer requirements, reporting, ISO and other quality systems.
• Interacts with customer for items requiring repair or limited calibration.
• Applies acquired job skills and company policies and procedure to complete assigned tasks.
• Has substantial understanding of the job and applies knowledge to complete a wide range of tasks.
• Perform moderate to high complexity calibrations; PD, GP & some RF measurement areas
• Creates budgets and datasheets

Job Qualifications

The successful candidate will possess the following combination of education and experience:

Required:

• Typically requires a minimum of 2-4 years of related experience
• Must have excellent customer service skills.
• Must have good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work on assignments that are semi routine in nature but recognize the need to perform calibration by alternate, acceptable methods.
• Proficient with Windows, Microsoft Office, and Internet applications with an emphasis on Excel required.
• Ability to travel for personal skill enhancement and training; as well as, to fully support the customer calibration requirements.
• Must meet requirements to drive a company vehicle (Valid driver's license and clean driving record).
• Capable of lifting (50 pounds) unassisted.

Fortive Corporation Overview

Fortive’s essential technology makes the world stronger, safer, and smarter. We accelerate transformation across a broad range of applications including environmental, health and safety compliance, industrial condition monitoring, next-generation product design, and healthcare safety solutions.

We are a global industrial technology innovator with a startup spirit. Our forward-looking companies lead the way in software-powered workflow solutions, data-driven intelligence, AI-powered automation, and other disruptive technologies. We’re a force for progress, working alongside our customers and partners to solve challenges on a global scale, from workplace safety in the most demanding conditions to groundbreaking sustainability solutions.

We are a diverse team 18,000 strong, united by a dynamic, inclusive culture and energized by limitless learning and growth. We use the proven Fortive Business System (FBS) to accelerate our positive impact.

At Fortive, we believe in you. We believe in your potential—your ability to learn, grow, and make a difference.

At Fortive, we believe in us. We believe in the power of people working together to solve problems no one could solve alone.<

At Fortive, we believe in growth. We’re honest about what’s working and what isn’t, and we never stop improving and innovating.

Fortive: For you, for us, for growth.

Tektronix, a wholly owned subsidiary of Fortive Corporation, is a place where people are challenged to explore the boundaries of what’s possible, bringing the digital future one step closer every day. Through precision-engineered measurement solutions, we work with our customers to eliminate the barriers between inspiration and realization of world-changing technologies. We believe that cultivating a deeper sense of loyalty and belonging is key to how we attract and retain our best people. This reality inspires our Inclusion & Diversity vision, We Are More Together, and guides our approach as we all work toward creating great places where our teams work and thrive. Realize your true potential at Tektronix – join us in revolutionizing a better tomorrow! We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fortive Corporation and all Fortive Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Fortive and all Fortive Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at applyassistance@fortive.com. The essential duties of this position require adherence to U.S. Government export control regulations. Accordingly, candidates must either be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, or protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) or be prepared to collaborate with the company in securing the necessary U.S. government export authorizations. While the company encourages all interested applicants to apply, please be aware that ongoing employment is dependent upon obtaining the appropriate government export authorizations.This position is also eligible for bonus as part of the total compensation package.