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17-3028.00 Calibration Technologists and Technicians

O*NET SOC Title
Calibration Technologists and Technicians

Lay Titles
Calibration Technician
Certified Calibration Technician
Electronic Instrument Testing Technician
Electronics Technician
Equipment Technician
Field Service Technician
Instrument Technician
Instrumentation Technician
Maintenance Technician
Test Technician

O*NET SOC Description
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.

O*NET SOC Description

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.

O*NET SOC Tasks
Develop new calibration methods or techniques based on measurement science, analyses, or calibration requirements.
Read blueprints, schematics, diagrams, or technical orders.

Detailed Work Activities
Calibrate scientific or technical equipment.
Develop technical methods or processes.
Draw detailed or technical illustrations.
Update technical knowledge.