Welcome page Returning Candidate? Log back in! Shipboard Technician Job Locations US-VA-Chesapeake ID 2025-4617 Overview

Who we are—

 

Transcat is a dynamic, innovative, growing company that has been recognized as the leading calibration and compliance services provider in North America and beyond.  With over 1,000 employees—in technical, consulting, operational, sales, finance, and corporate roles—we have stood the test of time by delivering on our Trust in Every Measure promise to our customers in vital industries, including life sciences, aerospace, defense, energy, and utilities.  We fulfill this promise through our employees, who live Our Values every day, the Transcat Way.  Our employees are at the center of the rewarding, challenging, and life-changing work we do for our customers and those they serve.  Are you ready to join a company where the work you do makes a difference, and where you can grow in your career? 

 

Here’s what Transcat has to offer—

Work that mattersA values-based culture where people care about each other and the work they do togetherFlexibilityTraining and development to accelerate learning and career advancementCompetitive compensation and benefits, including paid time off, health insurance, tuition reimbursement, retirement, stock purchase plan, and MORE!

Shipboard Technician reports to the Shipboard Supervisor within Transcat’s Angel’s Instrumentation division and partners with a team of technicians aboard US Naval ships to calibrate and replace shipboard installed gauges, thermometers, and meters.  This job requires greater than 50% travel to service applicable customers

Responsibilities

Major Areas of Responsibility

Perform routine maintenance and calibration for pressure gauges, RPM indicators, temperature measurement devices and other related equipment found on board US Navy ships. Determine the correct measurement tools and equipment needed to perform applicable maintenance and calibrations. Substitute for appropriate standards when necessary.Conduct test and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality and/or performance compliance.Apply measurement science principles and mathematical methods to accurately record and report all findings.Interpret measurement findings and determine and implement best course of corrective action (i.e., adjust versus replace).Identify equipment failures and remove/replace as needed.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:                             

Must have knowledge of measurement science principles and be able to independently calibrate equipment and remove/install instrumentsMust be able to calculate specifications/tolerances.Must be able to properly analyze results, including statements of conformity or opinions and interpretations. Must be able and willing to travel worldwide (more than 50% required), including weekends and periods of 2-3 weeks consecutive travelMust have a US Passport or ability to obtain oneMust be able to access naval bases and shipyardsMust be a US citizenMust pass a background checkMust have a driver's licenseMust be able to lift 50 lbs.Must be able to work in small or confined spaces Qualifications

Education and Experience:

2-Year degree from a technical school or equivalent experience within military and/or calibration industry

Transcat is an equal-opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of any protected status.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, gender identity, genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran or as a member of any other protected group or activity.

 

We will make reasonable accommodations for personnel with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of this position unless doing so poses an undue hardship on the company or a direct threat to health or safety.

 

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. We will reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to read, write, talk, and hear. The employee is often required to sit and use their hands and fingers to handle tools and equipment. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Occasionally will be required to lift up to 75 lbs.

 

Work Environment

The work environment described here is representative of what an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to risk of electrical shock. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

 

Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination

 

Transcat is an equal-opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination based on any protected status.  As required by United States law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic predisposition or carrier status, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), status as a protected veteran, or as a member of any other protected group or activity under federal, state, and local law.

 

We will make reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of their position unless doing so poses an undue hardship to the company or a direct threat to health or safety.

 

Contingencies

All offers of employment are contingent upon successfully completing all pre-employment requirements, which include verification of identity and employment eligibility, and when applicable, a motor vehicle driving record report.

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