Oxygen Instrument Technician

Standard Calibrations • Chesapeake, VA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

This job is second shift: Mon-Fri, 3:30pm to 12:00am (3:30-4:00 is required for turnover with 1st shift). Training: Training will be on first shift, 7:00am to 4:00pm, and will be 2 weeks to 1 month depending on prior experience of employee. The Oxygen Instrument Technician is responsible for inspecting, cleaning, maintaining, testing, and certifying life-critical oxygen and breathing air systems. These systems support high-reliability environments such as aviation, space, nuclear, diving, and industrial operations. The technician ensures all equipment is safe, functional, compliant with applicable standards, and properly documented before being returned to service.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Mechanical aptitude and experience working with pressurized systems, valves, regulators, or similar equipment.
• Ability to read and follow technical manuals, drawings, and established procedures.
• Basic proficiency with hand tools, measuring devices, and test equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality.
• Ability to accurately document work and maintain traceable records.

Nice To Haves

• Technical training or certification preferred.
• Previous experience with oxygen systems, breathing air systems, or life-critical equipment.
• Experience in regulated industries such as aerospace, defense, nuclear, medical, diving, or industrial gas systems.
• Familiarity with contamination control, cleanroom practices, or oxygen-compatible materials.
• Relevant certifications or military/aviation technical background.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, clean, test, and maintain oxygen and breathing air equipment, including cylinders, regulators, converters, fittings, valves, and related components.
• Disassemble and reassemble equipment using approved procedures and simple hand tools.
• Replace consumable and wear components such as O-rings, seals, adapters, and fittings.
• Perform pressure, leak, and functional tests to verify system integrity and safety.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues, identify root causes, implement corrective actions, and verify proper operation after repair.
• Maintain accurate, complete records of inspections, maintenance, repairs, and certifications in accordance with company and regulatory requirements.
• Work primarily within controlled areas, and occasionally within the OICR or other designated workspaces, following all cleanliness and safety protocols.
• Follow strict handling, cleanliness, and contamination-control procedures for oxygen systems.
• Comply with all safety, quality, and regulatory standards applicable to life-support and breathing systems.
• Support audits, inspections, and continuous improvement efforts related to equipment reliability and safety.

Benefits

• Standard Calibrations, Inc. is committed to equal employment opportunity. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED