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Calibration Technologists and Technicians

Execute or adapt procedures and techniques for calibrating measurement devices, by applying knowledge of measurement science, mathematics, physics, chemistry, and electronics, sometimes under the direction of engineering staff. Determine measurement standard suitability for calibrating measurement devices. May perform preventive maintenance on equipment. May perform corrective actions to address identified calibration problems.
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  • Work Activities

      Skills

      Abilities

      Knowledge

      Education

      Education
      Associate's degree
      Work Experience
      No work experience
      Training
      No on-the-job training

      Pay

      Washington Annual Salary
      87550/yr
      Washington Hourly Wage
      42.09/hr

      Washington Employment Trends

      Currently Employed
      14,500
      Yearly Projected Openings
      1300

      Personality

      Realistic: People interested in this work like activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They do well at jobs that need:

        Tools

          Technology

          • Analytical or scientific software
          • Computer aided design CAD software
          • Development environment software
          • Operating system software
          • Project management software