Green Card Calibration Technician Jobs
Calibration Technician roles qualify for EB-3 skilled worker sponsorship, and strong candidates with an associate degree plus hands-on metrology experience may meet EB-2 criteria. Employers file PERM labor certification with the DOL before petitioning USCIS, making direct employer sponsorship the primary path to a U.S. green card.
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EnerSys is a global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications. We have over thirty manufacturing and assembly plants worldwide servicing over 10,000 customers in more than 100 countries. Worldwide headquarters are located in Reading, PA, USA with regional headquarters in Europe and Asia. We complement our extensive line of Motive Power and Energy Systems with a full range of integrated services and systems. With sales and service locations throughout the world, and over 100 years of battery experience, EnerSys is the power/full solution for stored DC power products.
Job Purpose
The Calibration Technician role is responsible for performing all levels of calibrations using recognized methodologies based upon a combination of experience, provided training and written instructions.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
- Maintain accurate records of calibration including required traceability on equipment.
- Maintain electronic test equipment calibration program.
- Interact with external vendors for calibrations and technical problems relating to assigned work.
- Make recommendations or improvements on procurement of components, systems, and portable test equipment requirements.
- Follow established processes and SOPs to help maintain compliance with ISO 9001 and ISO 17025 standards.
- Perform corrective or routine maintenance duties to test and calibrate test instruments.
- Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications:
- Associate degree in Electronics, Instrumentation, physics or other associated discipline, or equivalent military experience.
- Minimum of three years’ experience working in metrology or process controls and calibration.
- Demonstrated aptitude in calibrations or basic engineering principles.
- Possess a fundamental understanding of Calibration Principals, as well as a familiarity with laboratory processes, and analytical instrumentation.
- Familiar with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in the calibration of Pressure Gauges, Dataloggers, Thermocouples, Multi Meters, Temperature/Relative Humidity equipment, Timers, and Battery Testing equipment using Fluke software.
- Has used Indysoft calibration tracking software.
- Familiar with ISO 9001 and ISO 17025 standards a plus.
General Job Requirements
- Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
- Must be able to frequently bend; twist; reach; stoop; kneel or crouch.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds/23 kilos on a daily continuous basis. Anything heavier will be done with the assistance of a mechanical device or with the assistance of another employee.
- Must be able to differentiate colors.
- Risk of electrical shock.
- This position is exposed to harmful materials such as lead/fiberglass products. Periodic blood tests are required to measure the level of lead. Precautions are taken by the company/employee to reduce the risk of exposure and help ensure everyone's safety.
- Employees are responsible for wearing the required Personal Protective Equipment in the proper manner at all times.
EnerSys provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
We use artificial intelligence to screen, assess and select applicants for open positions, including for the purposes of reviewing and ranking application materials and scoring answers to application questions. Accordingly, decisions about your application and eligibility for employment with EnerSys may be made based exclusively on the automated processing of the personal information that you submit in your application materials.
INTRODUCTION
EnerSys is a global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications. We have over thirty manufacturing and assembly plants worldwide servicing over 10,000 customers in more than 100 countries. Worldwide headquarters are located in Reading, PA, USA with regional headquarters in Europe and Asia. We complement our extensive line of Motive Power and Energy Systems with a full range of integrated services and systems. With sales and service locations throughout the world, and over 100 years of battery experience, EnerSys is the power/full solution for stored DC power products.
Job Purpose
The Calibration Technician role is responsible for performing all levels of calibrations using recognized methodologies based upon a combination of experience, provided training and written instructions.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
- Maintain accurate records of calibration including required traceability on equipment.
- Maintain electronic test equipment calibration program.
- Interact with external vendors for calibrations and technical problems relating to assigned work.
- Make recommendations or improvements on procurement of components, systems, and portable test equipment requirements.
- Follow established processes and SOPs to help maintain compliance with ISO 9001 and ISO 17025 standards.
- Perform corrective or routine maintenance duties to test and calibrate test instruments.
- Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications:
- Associate degree in Electronics, Instrumentation, physics or other associated discipline, or equivalent military experience.
- Minimum of three years’ experience working in metrology or process controls and calibration.
- Demonstrated aptitude in calibrations or basic engineering principles.
- Possess a fundamental understanding of Calibration Principals, as well as a familiarity with laboratory processes, and analytical instrumentation.
- Familiar with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in the calibration of Pressure Gauges, Dataloggers, Thermocouples, Multi Meters, Temperature/Relative Humidity equipment, Timers, and Battery Testing equipment using Fluke software.
- Has used Indysoft calibration tracking software.
- Familiar with ISO 9001 and ISO 17025 standards a plus.
General Job Requirements
- Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
- Must be able to frequently bend; twist; reach; stoop; kneel or crouch.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds/23 kilos on a daily continuous basis. Anything heavier will be done with the assistance of a mechanical device or with the assistance of another employee.
- Must be able to differentiate colors.
- Risk of electrical shock.
- This position is exposed to harmful materials such as lead/fiberglass products. Periodic blood tests are required to measure the level of lead. Precautions are taken by the company/employee to reduce the risk of exposure and help ensure everyone's safety.
- Employees are responsible for wearing the required Personal Protective Equipment in the proper manner at all times.
EnerSys provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
We use artificial intelligence to screen, assess and select applicants for open positions, including for the purposes of reviewing and ranking application materials and scoring answers to application questions. Accordingly, decisions about your application and eligibility for employment with EnerSys may be made based exclusively on the automated processing of the personal information that you submit in your application materials.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Calibration Technician
Certify your metrology credentials before applying
A Certified Calibration Technician credential from a recognized body strengthens your PERM case by documenting specialized competency. USCIS adjudicators scrutinize whether the role genuinely requires skills beyond a generalist technician, and formal certification closes that gap.
Target manufacturers with active PERM filing history
Aerospace, defense, and medical-device manufacturers run in-house calibration labs and file PERM petitions regularly. Cross-reference DOL OFLC disclosure data for 'Calibration Technician' job titles to identify employers who have sponsored this exact occupation before.
Search green card sponsoring jobs on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters jobs by EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship availability, so you can find Calibration Technician openings at employers already set up to run PERM. This cuts the time you'd otherwise spend cold-approaching companies unfamiliar with the sponsorship process.
Clarify the PERM wage requirement with your hiring manager
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your location and job zone. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level I through Level IV rates for Calibration Technician before your offer negotiation, so the salary in your job offer meets PERM requirements from day one.
Document every instrument type and standard you work with
PERM job descriptions must reflect what the role genuinely requires. A detailed record of the measurement standards, equipment, and tolerances you work with helps your employer draft a defensible minimum-requirements description that survives DOL audit without being so narrow it excludes qualified U.S. workers.
Understand the EB-3 priority date backlog before accepting an offer
For many nationalities, EB-3 priority dates move slowly. Check the State Department Visa Bulletin when evaluating a sponsoring employer so you can realistically estimate how long you'll wait in the queue before receiving your green card, even after PERM approval.
Green Card Calibration Technician: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Calibration Technician role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Most Calibration Technician positions are classified under EB-3 skilled worker, which requires at least two years of training or experience. If the role is structured to require a bachelor's degree or the equivalent in a specialized field such as metrology or engineering technology, an employer may be able to file under EB-2 instead. The O*NET profile for this occupation lists it in Job Zone 3, which aligns with EB-3 in most PERM filings.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for this role?
H-1B visa requires a specialty occupation with a bachelor's degree as a baseline, which many Calibration Technician roles cannot meet. EB-3 green card sponsorship has no annual lottery and no degree requirement for skilled worker cases, though the PERM labor certification process typically takes one to two years before the I-140 petition stage. The result is permanent residency rather than a temporary, renewable status.
What does the PERM labor certification process involve for this job?
Your employer files a PERM application with the DOL certifying that no qualified, available U.S. worker was found for the role at the prevailing wage. Before filing, the employer must run a DOL-mandated recruitment campaign, including job postings, newspaper ads, and an internal job notice. The process typically takes six to twelve months from recruitment to certification, not counting subsequent USCIS petition stages.
How can I find Calibration Technician jobs where the employer already sponsors green cards?
Use Migrate Mate to search specifically for Calibration Technician openings filtered by EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship. Targeting employers with confirmed PERM filing history saves you from starting conversations with HR teams that have no infrastructure for employment-based sponsorship. You can also review OFLC disclosure data to verify which employers have filed for this specific occupation in your target region.
Can I switch employers while my green card case is pending?
Once your I-140 petition has been approved and your priority date is current or within 180 days of becoming current, you may be eligible to port your case to a new employer in the same or similar occupation under AC21 portability rules. Calibration and quality technician roles are closely related, so a move between employers in the same field is often feasible, but you should confirm the new role description aligns before making a switch.