Environmental Systems Calibration & Service Technician (57652)

Applied Technical Service (ATS) is a leading provider of critical testing inspection certification and compliance services. ATS serves clients across a diverse set of large and stable end markets including manufacturing power generation aerospace medical and defense. ATS was founded in 1967 and is headquartered in Marietta GA. Today the Company employs nearly 2100 team members in over 95 locations across the United States.

Together Instrumentation Technical Services and ATS advance a shared mission to create a safe and reliable world through precise technical and professional services.

Our Calibration Department is currently seeking a passionate enthusiastic Environmental Systems Calibration & Service Technicianto be based at the Newport News VA location. The Calibration Department specializes in precision calibration measuring equipment of various types.

Position Summary

The Environmental Systems Calibration & Service Technician is responsible for the inspection calibration preventative maintenance troubleshooting repair and qualification support of environmental chambers refrigerators freezers freeze dryers incubators and other controlled-temperature and environmental equipment utilized in pharmaceutical life science manufacturing healthcare and industrial facilities. This position will support customer sites throughout the Newport News and greater Tidewater region while ensuring all work is completed in accordance with ATS quality standards ISO/IEC 17025 requirements customer procedures and applicable industry regulations.

The successful candidate will possess a strong understanding of temperature humidity pressure and environmental control systems and be capable of performing both field and laboratory-based service activities.

Responsibilities

Perform preventative maintenance calibration troubleshooting and repair services on environmental chambers refrigerators freezers freeze dryers incubators ovens and related equipment.

Conduct temperature mapping qualification and validation activities in accordance with customer protocols and industry standards.

Calibrate and verify sensors transmitters controllers data loggers chart recorders and environmental monitoring instrumentation.

Diagnose electrical mechanical refrigeration and control system issues using established troubleshooting methods and OEM documentation.

Perform replacement of components including sensors relays contactors heaters humidification systems compressors fans and control devices.

Generate accurate calibration certificates service reports maintenance records and qualification documentation.

Ensure all measurement data service activities and repairs comply with ATS quality requirements and applicable accreditation standards.

Review instrument histories and recommend repairs upgrades replacement equipment and PM schedules.

Manage assigned tools calibration standards service inventory and company equipment.

Coordinate service schedules and communicate effectively with customers regarding equipment status findings and recommendations.

Support commissioning installation startup and operational qualification projects as required.

Follow all safety procedures and customer site requirements while maintaining a professional customer-focused demeanor.

Assist with training and mentoring junior technicians when required.

Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Required Experience and Skills

High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associates Degree in Electronics Instrumentation HVAC/R Mechanical Technology or related field preferred.

Minimum of 3 years of experience servicing calibrating maintaining or repairing environmental chambers refrigeration systems freeze dryers or controlled environment equipment.

Working knowledge of temperature and humidity measurement principles.

Experience interpreting electrical schematics wiring diagrams and control drawings.

Familiarity with PLC-based controllers environmental chamber controls and refrigeration systems.

Strong understanding of calibration techniques for temperature humidity pressure and related process variables.

Experience working within ISO/IEC 17025 GMP FDA-regulated pharmaceutical biotechnology or laboratory environments preferred.

Ability to troubleshoot mechanical electrical and control system failures independently.

Proficient with calibration documentation work orders and computerized maintenance systems.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Strong problem-solving abilities and customer-service mindset.

Ability to manage multiple projects and customer commitments simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications

EPA Section 608 Universal Certification.

Technical training in HVAC/R instrumentation electronics or industrial maintenance.

Experience with pharmaceutical stability chambers and GMP-qualified equipment.

Experience performing temperature mapping and environmental qualification studies.

Familiarity with manufacturers such as Thermotron Weiss Technik Binder Blue M Tenney Espec Caron Panasonic Forma Scientific Revco Steris and Virtis.

Additional Requirements

Ability and willingness to work 40 hours per week and overtime as required to meet customer schedules.

Ability and willingness to travel throughout Virginia North Carolina Maryland and surrounding regions up to 50%.

Valid drivers license with an acceptable driving record.

Ability to pass background screening and drug testing requirements.

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift and carry up to 55 pounds.

Ability to maneuver equipment and tools in laboratory manufacturing and industrial environments.

Frequent bending kneeling stooping reaching climbing ladders and working in mechanical spaces.

Ability to work in varying temperature environments including refrigerated and freezer areas.

The physical demands described are representative of those necessary to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

U.S. Persons Only:

A requirement of this position is access to information that is subject to U.S. export controls under the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Accordingly the company will consider only U.S. Persons for this position. A U.S. Person includes (a)U.S. citizens or nationals; (b)U.S. lawful permanent residents (i.e. green card holders); (c) persons granted refugee status; or (d) persons granted asylum in the United States. This information is collected solely for purposes of complying with U.S. export control requirements and will not be used to unlawfully discriminate in the hiring process.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Applied Technical Services is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race color creed religion national origin citizenship status ancestry sex age physical or mental disability unrelated to ability marital status family responsibilities pregnancy genetic information sexual orientation gender expression gender identity transgender sex stereotyping order of protection status protected veteran or military status or an unfavorable discharge from military service and other categories protected by federal state or local law.