ISCO Occupation Group 3111.9 Metrology Technician

From Open Risk Manual

Definition

Metrology Technician: Metrology technicians apply their practical knowledge of metrology to calibrate measuring instruments, test equipment and analyse their performance. They ensure that the evaluated equipment meets requirements for precision, performance and accuracy. They report about their work and advise on technical matters concerning measuring instruments.

Essential Skills

  • Use Testing Equipment
  • Analyse Test Data
  • Calibrate Precision Instrument
  • Perform Test Run
  • Troubleshoot
  • Work Analytically
  • Order Equipment
  • Metrology
  • Operate Scientific Measuring Equipment
  • Instrumentation Engineering
  • Maintain Technical Equipment
  • Contact Scientists
  • Create Solutions To Problems
  • Write Calibration Report
  • Quality Standards
  • Operate Precision Measuring Equipment
  • Read Standard Blueprints
  • Write Technical Reports


Optional Skills

  • Geometry
  • Laboratory Techniques
  • Meteorology
  • Algebra
  • Physics
  • Calibrate Electronic Instruments
  • Biology
  • Maintain Laboratory Equipment
  • Calibrate Laboratory Equipment
  • Electronics
  • Study The Relationships Between Quantities
  • Inspect Material
  • Perform Scientific Research


Alternative Names

  • Instrument Technician
  • Meter Technician
  • Instrument Specialist
  • Junior Metrology Technician
  • Metrology Calibration Technician
  • Meter Service Technician
  • Color Scientist
  • Senior Metrology Technician
  • Metrology Technologist
  • Metrologist
  • Dimensional Engineer
  • Metrology Engineering Technician
  • Metrology Technician
  • Composite Technician


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