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17-3028.00Market Standard — pending BLS/OEWS enrichment

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.

Primary Directive

Ensure accurate calibration of devices and equipment.

Execution Steps
  1. 1

    Analyze test data

    Identify defects or calibration requirements by analyzing collected test data.

  2. 2

    Calibrate devices

    Compare measurements of environmental conditions to known standards for calibration.

  3. 3

    Conduct calibration tests

    Test the performance or reliability of mechanical and electromechanical equipment.

  4. 4

    Maintain measurement devices

    Repair and maintain equipment used for calibration testing to ensure accuracy.

  5. 5

    Document calibration results

    Write and submit reports detailing the outcomes of calibration tests.

Toolbox Requirements
Apple macOSAutodesk AutoCADAutodesk AutoCAD Civil 3DBentley MicroStationDassault Systemes SolidWorksLinuxMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft ProjectMicrosoft WordThe MathWorks MATLAB

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