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calibration technician

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Description

Calibration technicians test and calibrate electrical and electronic equipment. They read blueprints and other technical drawings to develop testing procedures for every product.

EssentialOptional

Theoretical Knowledge

quality standards quality assurance procedures electronics metrology electrical equipment regulations instrument performance elements electronic equipment standards battery formation electrical discharge industrial software

Practical Skills

use measurement instruments interpret electrical diagrams measure electrical characteristics use testing equipment read standard blueprints develop preventive maintenance procedures for instruments test electronic units calibrate electronic instruments communicate test results to other departments check system parameters against reference values report defective manufacturing materials conduct quality control analysis ensure conformity to specifications monitor machine operations operate surveying instruments develop calibration procedures resolve equipment malfunctions manage instrumentation systems write inspection reports research equipment needs maintain electrical equipment write calibration report assemble electronic units develop material testing procedures write records for repairs maintain electronic systems maintain test equipment keep records of work progress provide user support for electrical instruments calibrate laboratory equipment validate raw materials