Facilities Maintenance Technician / 61966
Advanced Manufacturing
East SyracuseNY
Direct Hire
$23.00 - $25.00

Calibration / Instrumentation Technician (1st Shift) – $23–$25/hr (DOE)

Looking for a hands-on technical role where you’ll work with a wide variety of instruments and equipment? Our client is hiring a Calibration / Instrumentation Technician to support laboratory and manufacturing operations through routine inspection, testing, calibration, troubleshooting, and repair of critical measurement equipment.

What You’ll Do

  • Calibrate and test equipment and instruments (electronic, pressure, temperature, etc.)

  • Perform routine inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of meters, gauges, and measuring devices

  • Document calibration results, records, and reports in line with quality standards

  • Support development and updates of test specifications, electrical schematics, and SOPs

  • Maintain spare parts inventory and coordinate outside vendor calibration visits

  • Assist with audits and provide technical support as needed

  • Help improve calibration processes and learn new programming within calibration software

What We’re Looking For

  • Strong computer skills and comfort with Windows-based software (Word, Excel, AutoCAD, Project, and similar tools)

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills (technical writing experience required)

  • Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints

  • Detail-oriented, analytical, and able to troubleshoot effectively

  • Able to work independently, collaborate across teams, and train others when needed

  • Comfortable learning a large library of calibrations (70+ instruments)

  • Exposure to vendor coordination/negotiation and small project leadership is a plus

Education & Experience

  • Associate Degree in Electrical, Electro-Mechanical, or Mechanical Engineering

  • 0–2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment 

If you’re a self-starter who enjoys precision work and continuous learning in a regulated environment, this could be a great fit.

U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency is Required

What They Offer:

  • Competitive compensation

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

  • 401(k), PTO, and paid holidays

  • Ongoing training and development opportunities

Submit your resume to mfgresume@hiresapphire.com for confidential consideration.

Sapphire Recruitment is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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