FIELD MACHINIST - Houston, Texas

Atlas Machine And Supply•Baytown, TX

18h•$27 - $44•Hybrid

About The Position

This position supports the Field Service Division at our Houston, Texas location in resolving industrial equipment issues by performing repairs or modifications both in-house and at customer sites. The role involves the use of various mechanical tools, with opportunities to operate portable machining equipment such as mills, flange facers, boring bars, lathes, welders, and other specialized equipment as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
Minimum 5 years of experience in mechanical work; onsite field machining experience is a plus
Ability to read and interpret scopes of work and blueprints
Strong communication and interpersonal skills; must be able to coordinate with Project Engineers and Supervisors
Detail-oriented with solid analytical and problem-solving skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office and other standard computer applications
DOT certification required; must be 21+ years old
Must be able to lift 50lbs and work in various environments, including inclement weather
Flexible schedule with ability to work overtime; frequent travel across North America (approximately 75%)
Must consistently demonstrate a high level of professionalism while representing Atlas

Nice To Haves

CDL license and welding skills are a plus

Responsibilities

Assists with preliminary site visits and job planning
Performs repairs or modifications of equipment as applicable in the field
Operates various portable machining equipment to complete tasks (mills, flange, boring bars, lathes, welders, etc.)
Assists the machine shop with jobs when no field work is scheduled
Training may be required for specific Press knowledge.
Will be cross trained in machining, welding, mechanical and other field solutions as required
Performs work safely and meets regulatory compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements
Responsibilities will include assisting Supervisor, Engineering and Manager as it relates to work scope for design and manufacturing of custom machine tools or fixtures
Performs other duties as assigned