Entry Level Lab Technician Jobs in Decatur, GA (NOW HIRING)

Applied Technical Services, LLC (“ATS” or the “Company”) is a leading provider of critical testing, inspection, certification, and compliance services. The Company 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 2,100 team members in over 95 locations across the United States.

Our purpose is to create a safe and reliable world and our mission is to deliver assurance through precise technical and professional services.

About the Role

We are seeking an entry-level Calibration Technician with a background in mechanical, electrical or related experience. The selected candidate will perform calibration of inspection, measuring, and test equipment in both our laboratory environment and at customer sites as required.

The Calibration Technician will collaborate with team members and, at times, work independently. As such, strong verbal and written communication skills are essential.

This is a fulltime, onsite position based in our corporate office in Marietta, GA. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package, including competitive compensation, medical, dental, and vision benefits, short- and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid holidays, and paid time off.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform calibration and verification of mechanical inspection, measurement, and test equipment.
• Conduct calibration activities in the laboratory and at customer facilities as needed.
• Document calibration results accurately and maintain compliance with internal and external quality standards.
• Troubleshoot measurement discrepancies and provide technical support to customers and team members.
• Ensure proper handling, maintenance, and operation of calibration equipment.
• Collaborate with other technicians to meet timelines and deliver high-quality service.
• Regional travel to customer sites with up to 20% overnight travel; travel is mostly to local customers

The Field Service Technician duties would include but not limited to field calibration work.  Technician would also be required to receive training in-lab and in the field upon hiring.  Technician would also on occasion be required to work in-lab when field work was not fully booked.

Requirements

• 1 - 3 years' mechanical, electrical, HVAC or related experience
• Hands-on calibration work experience is preferred 
• High school diploma (or equivalent) and/or a combination of experience and education
• Ability to work around operating equipment and industrial environments
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• A clean driving record, background check, and drug screen
• Ability to travel via automobile or by air to reach our customer base
• Ability to work overtime when needed to meet customer requirements 
• Ability to adapt to the schedule changes when needed

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.