Measuring Instrument Repair Technician
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A technical job that inspects, calibrates, maintains, and repairs various industrial and research measuring and testing instruments to maintain accurate measurement performance.
Description
Measuring instrument repair technicians target weighing scales, thermometers, pressure gauges, flow meters, and other measuring and testing instruments. They perform fault diagnosis, disassembly, cleaning, parts replacement, electronic circuit adjustment, and calibration to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the instruments. The work requires knowledge of mechanical processing and basic electronic circuits, and also involves analysis and recording of measurement data using calibration standards. The main work sites are manufacturing sites, research facilities, and service centers.
Future Outlook
With the spread of IoT and smart sensors, demand for advanced measuring instruments is increasing. Skills related to digital transformation (DX), such as remote calibration and predictive maintenance, are also becoming important.
Personality Traits
Curious and inquisitive / Dexterous with hands and good at detailed work / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Contract Technician / Field Service / Manufacturing / Self-employed
Career Path
Repair Technician (Junior) → Maintenance Engineer → Measurement Technician → Quality Assurance and Calibration Technician → Maintenance Leader
Required Skills
Basic knowledge of electronic circuits / Data analysis / Disassembly and assembly techniques for measuring instruments / Instrument calibration and maintenance techniques
Recommended Skills
Computer-controlled measurement systems / Knowledge of PLC and control devices / Reading English technical documents
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High accuracy is essential because minute errors can affect product quality. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced mathematical skills are required for analyzing measurement data and performing calibration calculations. |
| Problem Solving | It is necessary to quickly and accurately identify the cause of failures and devise repair methods. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Creative thinking is relatively less required, as the focus is on repairing existing equipment. |
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- Metrologist
Aliases
- Measuring Device Repairer
- Measuring Instrument Repairer
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