Machinist - Holt CAT

HOLT•Kilgore, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

HOLT CAT in Kilgore, Texas is looking for a experienced Machinist for our heavy construction equipment shop. The Machinist performs all standard machining repairs on heavy equipment or components in a shop environment. Demonstrates a willingness to help in other areas when needed. Must be able to lay out tasks, reads and interprets blueprints and technical publications, designs and draws working sketches. Must be able to perform Metal Spray procedures using wire processes-Required. Hours for this position are Monday through Friday 7am to 4pm. We are located at 3007 Maverick Drive, Kilgore, Texas 75662. The incumbent in this position is expected to model the following practices on a daily basis: 1) Demonstrate alignment with the company's mission and core business values; 2) Collaborate with key internal/external resources; 3) Participate in ongoing self-development. Essential Functions: Models, promotes, reinforces, and rewards the consistent use of HOLT’s Values Based Leadership (VBL) tools, models, and processes to ensure alignment with our Vision, Values, and Mission Demonstrates well developed technical skills and performs most standard machine jobs and repairs Performs all types of machining operations to manufacture, modify, and repair machine parts, equipment, and components Lays out tasks, reads and interprets blueprints and technical publications, designs and draws working sketches Works as a member of a team to provide basic mechanical services that satisfies customer needs and achieves departmental goals Performs routine operational checks on repair work and functional parts of mechanical equipment and machinery Works overtime as required by workload and customers’ needs Maintains all company equipment, tools, and work areas in a good, clean, and working order Act as a team leader on large projects Provides significant task and behavior-oriented supervision to other Machinists Provides assistance, coaching, and mentoring to other Machinists Prepares service reports and any other necessary paperwork Examines workpieces for defects to ensure conformance with specifications Adheres to contamination control and HAZMAT rules and regulations Actively participates in observations and safety meetings and encourages others to do the same Requires regular and punctual employee attendance Works safely at all times and adheres to all applicable safety policies; complies with all company policies, procedures, and standards Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

Extensive knowledge on performing Metal Spray (thermal spray/metallizing) procedures using the wire process in order to rebuild worn surfaces
Extensive knowledge of equipment and tools, including their designs, uses, repair and maintenance
Extensive knowledge of current computer software, CAT SIS program, and ability to teach others
Excellent work habits, accuracy, attention to detail, and quality of work
Verbal and written communication skills
Effective influencing skills which include motivating and developing customers and employees
Time management skill
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Ability to quote jobs and give time frames on task
Ability to run and maintain all machining equipment including CNC machines in the shop
Ability to be assigned tasks and complete them with no further supervision
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to follow manufacturer and company installation and service guidelines to ensure quality work
Ability to operate hand tools, power tools, machine tools, and equipment to help perform the job
Ability to perform welding and torch cutting
Ability to be self-starting and self-motivated
Ability to follow logical troubleshooting procedures
Ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands in order to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects
Ability to read, write, and understand information
Ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences
Must own a large assortment of tools and specialized tools to perform repairs and jobs
Has met HDSI requirements for preceding Machinist levels
Ability to model and teach Holt’s VBL Culture
Ongoing Safety Training
Advanced selling skills
High school diploma or equivalent, accreditation from a technical school or an applicable skilled trades program preferred
Five or more years of industry machining experience - required

Responsibilities

Models, promotes, reinforces, and rewards the consistent use of HOLT’s Values Based Leadership (VBL) tools, models, and processes to ensure alignment with our Vision, Values, and Mission
Demonstrates well developed technical skills and performs most standard machine jobs and repairs
Performs all types of machining operations to manufacture, modify, and repair machine parts, equipment, and components
Lays out tasks, reads and interprets blueprints and technical publications, designs and draws working sketches
Works as a member of a team to provide basic mechanical services that satisfies customer needs and achieves departmental goals
Performs routine operational checks on repair work and functional parts of mechanical equipment and machinery
Works overtime as required by workload and customers’ needs
Maintains all company equipment, tools, and work areas in a good, clean, and working order
Act as a team leader on large projects
Provides significant task and behavior-oriented supervision to other Machinists
Provides assistance, coaching, and mentoring to other Machinists
Prepares service reports and any other necessary paperwork
Examines workpieces for defects to ensure conformance with specifications
Adheres to contamination control and HAZMAT rules and regulations
Actively participates in observations and safety meetings and encourages others to do the same
Requires regular and punctual employee attendance
Works safely at all times and adheres to all applicable safety policies; complies with all company policies, procedures, and standards
Performs other duties as assigned