calibration technician
*Job Description - Calibration Technician*
*About Us*
Electrogas is an expanding safety equipment company specializing in gas detection and safety supplies across Canada. We are looking for mature individuals with a strong work ethic and the ability to work independently in a professional, fast-paced environment.
Electrogas has been a family-oriented business for over 25 years, with a strong focus on teamwork, communication, and a collaborative culture.
We are seeking an experienced, knowledgeable, and motivated Field Calibration Technician to operate out of our Abbotsford branch.
*Duties & Responsibilities*
Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Diagnostics, calibration, and repair of gas detection equipment.
- Inspection of gas detection equipment and connected components.
- Developing deficiency reports for estimation.
- Scheduling and communicating with customers and site contacts.
- Reconciling and maintaining field service inventory.
- Data entry.
- Possible after-hours on-call work as part of a rotation schedule.
- Onsite work.
- Various duties as requested by the Supervisor or Management.
*Qualifications*
- Previous experience and knowledge of electronics and gas detection equipment would be considered an asset.
- Ability to read and interpret technical manuals.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy, particularly when recording calibration results, deficiencies, repairs, and equipment history.
- Comfortable working at heights.
- Ability to lift, carry, and transport tools and equipment required for field service work.
- Applicants must hold a valid Class 5 driver?s licence with a clean abstract, as this role requires driving company vehicles for regular onsite commitments.
- Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Computer literate.
- Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Positive work ethic with a keen interest in learning.
- Reliable.
- High level of professionalism and strong communication skills.
- Ability to manage scheduling independently.
- Must be able and willing to travel to customer sites, including overnight travel when required.
_Drug-Free Workplace Requirements_
This role requires onsite work that may include overnight travel. To ensure a safe and compliant work environment, all employees must remain drug-free.
The company reserves the right to conduct regular and/or random drug and alcohol testing in accordance with its workplace safety policies. Compliance with these requirements is mandatory for employment in this position.
*Training & Compensation*
Our company is willing to train the right candidate. We offer a competitive salary and an outstanding benefits package.
Job Type: Full-time
Starting Pay: $22?$25/hour
Additional Pay
- Overtime pay
Benefits
- Semi-casual dress (branded workwear supplied)
- Company-provided vehicle
- Gas card issued for company use
- Credit card issued for company use
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP matching
- Progression through the Electrical Apprenticeship Program
Schedule
- Monday to Friday
- Some weekends may be required
Experience
- Gas detection equipment: 1 year (preferred)
- Apprenticeship in the skilled trades (preferred)
Licence/Certification
- Clean Class 5 driver?s licence (required)
- Elevated Platform (preferred)
- Confined Space (preferred)
Work Location: In person, various sites
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00-$25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
Experience:
- industry: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person