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Calibration Technologists and Technicians

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Execute or adapt procedures and techniques for calibrating measurement devices, by applying knowledge of measurement science, mathematics, physics, chemistry, and electronics, sometimes under the direction of engineering staff. Determine measurement standard suitability for calibrating measurement devices. May perform preventive maintenance on equipment. May perform corrective actions to address identified calibration problems.

Pay & job outlook

Median pay: $67,820/yr (U.S. national, May 2025)

$46,680$106,550

Typical range nationwide (10th–90th percentile). This is a population snapshot, not a personal prediction - actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience.

Job outlook: +4.7% projected growth, 2024–2034 — about as fast as average.

About 1,400 openings per year, on average, over the decade.

Typical entry-level education: Associate's degree.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS and Employment Projections.

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What's the median pay for Calibration Technologists and Technicians?

The median pay for Calibration Technologists and Technicians is $67,820 per year, per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

What's the job outlook for Calibration Technologists and Technicians?

Employment for Calibration Technologists and Technicians is projected to change +4.7% from 2024 to 2034 - about as fast as average.

What education is typically required for Calibration Technologists and Technicians?

Typical entry-level education: Associate's degree.

How many job openings are there each year for Calibration Technologists and Technicians?

About 1,400 openings per year, on average, over the decade.