Calibration Field Tech

Chant Engineering•Doylestown, PA

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

Chant Engineering, based in the Doylestown, PA area, is seeking a full-time Calibration Technician (entry level). We are a leading diversified engineering company that designs, manufactures and services custom testing machines and aircraft hydraulic test stands for industrial and military customers worldwide. We manufacture standard machines as well as a lot of unique custom engineered testing equipment. The Calibration Technician will be responsible for performing in-house and on-the-road calibrations on a wide variety of machinery. The Calibration Technician must be a positive can-do person that is self-motivated, thrives in an environment that allows you to work both independently and collaboratively, enjoy traveling and has a willingness to learn our products. This position will report in-office and will travel about 50-75% of the time.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent.
Minimum 1 years' experience in a technical field.
Electrical background either hands on or from an accredited school.
Mechanical aptitude for machinery and willingness to learn
Ability to read and work from blueprints, schematics, and drawings.
Knowledge of voltage and current and ability to use a multi-meter.
Ability to use rigging and lift equipment such as overhead cranes, slings, shackles, and chains.
Organization and multi-tasking a must.
Knowledgeable in Microsoft Word, Excel, and CRM systems.
Must be able to communicate both verbally and in writing.

Nice To Haves

An interest in machinery and willingness to learn.
Understanding and knowledge of computers and willingness to learn PLC programing.
Electrical experience needed, hands on or has class experience.
Hydraulic and plumbing experience a plus.
Knowledge of force and torque a plus.
Must be able to lift a minimum of 70 pounds without assistance.

Responsibilities

Perform routine calibration tasks and provide technical support to our shop team and customers both in the field and in the office.
Analyze and interpret data, enter information into database, and update certifications on all equipment to complete calibration procedures.
Ability to interact with customers and provide start-up and training on machinery via in-person or phone.
Provide on-site training to customers on machine control and testing software.
Ensure documentation of work in accordance with procedures and standards traceable to NIST or ASTM-E4 standard.
Operate machines and use tools such as forklifts, overhead cranes, handheld drills, levels, squares, multi-meters, and basic hand tools.
Must have passport, if no passport willingness to obtain within 2 months of employment.
Ability to travel extensively (approx. 50% of the time), both domestic and internationally, and work extended days, including evenings and weekends when required.