Marine Technician III (Cal Lab)

Special Instructions to Applicants Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. The University will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B). Job Summary The Marine Technician III performs calibration, testing, and evaluation of marine instrumentation to ensure the accuracy and precision of measurement systems. This position utilizes various measurement and testing equipment in a calibration laboratory setting and performs calibration procedures in accordance with established standards, protocols, and regulatory requirements. The Marine Technician III maintains calibration documentation, troubleshoots equipment performance issues, and performs necessary adjustments or repairs to ensure equipment accuracy and reliability. This position also and support calibration operations. collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to evaluate system performance. Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities Develop and keep current all calibration procedures for the newly established USM Calibration Laboratory. Serve as technical expert on calibration requirements for oceanographic sensors and set protocols for all calibration activities. Establish calibration procedures specific to available equipment and future requirements. Lead efforts to establish ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation and assure quality processes align with international standards, including International Organization for Standardization/International Electrotechnical Commission (ISO/IEC) 17025 and National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) requirements. Independently determine corrective actions for more complex calibration issues. Accurately records calibration results and maintains detailed records, reports, and supporting documentation related to calibration activities. Troubleshoots and diagnoses equipment malfunctions, performance issues, and measurement inaccuracies identified during calibration and testing processes. Performs other duties as assigned.