Metrologist II pay range
State of North Carolina · class code 32000994
- Class code
- 32000994
- Pay group
- NC15
- Pay unit
- Year
- State
- North Carolina
- The State of North Carolina published pay range for Metrologist II is $55,221 to $96,639 per year.
- North Carolina Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) keys this classification as class code 32000994.
- This is the range the plan authorises, not the salary of any individual employee.
Class specification
The OSHR class specification for this class is published by North Carolina Office of State Human Resources (OSHR). The passages below are quoted from it as published, not paraphrased, and cut to their opening sentences; the full specification is the authority on duties and qualifications. It was last revised 06/2018.
What the state says the job is
This is technical work in the certification of official and commercial measurement standards. Position performs tests that determine mass, volume, and linear measurements by utilizing precision electronic balances, containers of known volume, and standards of known length traceable to national standards. Position alters test weights to bring them into conformance with allowable tolerances and makes minor adjustments to meters or scales as necessary to bring them into conformance. Position may conduct performance tests on meters and scales to determine accuracy. Unlike the Metrologist I, the Metrologist II serves as a lead worker. This involves reviewing the work of other Metrologists and resolving minor work problems. This position also functions as a quality assurance manager.
Knowledge, skills and abilities
Working knowledge of mathematics and the principles of statistics. Working knowledge of the laws and regulations related to standards of measurement. Working knowledge of metric and avoirdupois measuring systems. Working knowledge of the mathematical principles involved in computing weights, volumes and linear measurements. Ability to follow detailed guidelines. Ability to communicate effectively with staff, industry personnel, and the public. Ability to oversee the work of others. Ability to learn and operate applicable computer software packages. Ability to complete written reports.
Minimum qualifications
Bachelor's degree in math, physics or other related science from an appropriately accredited institution and one year of metrology related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and directly related experience.
Special requirements
Ability to complete the basic and intermediate metrology training course offered by the National Institute of Standards and Technology. <h2
Quoted from the OSHR class specification, read 2026-10-21.
Where this comes from
North Carolina Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) publishes this figure in OSHR salary schedules, joined to Class Specifications. Every number on this page is read from that document; nothing is estimated, modelled or averaged.
Job titles and their salary grades come from the Class Specifications, joined to the salary schedule.
Nearby classes in North Carolina
Metrologist II in other states
| State | Minimum | Maximum | Per year at full time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawaii | $5,107 | $7,278 | $61,284 to $87,336 |
| Maryland | $59,305 | $93,533 | $59,305 to $93,533 |
| Nevada | $61,721 | $91,496 | $61,721 to $91,496 |
| Oklahoma | $33,440 | $140,961 | $33,440 to $140,961 |
Each state publishes its own range for a classification with this exact title. Duties, grade structures and bargaining units differ between states, so read each class page before comparing.