Manual Machinist

HOLT Group•Longview, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

HOLT CAT is seeking an experienced Machinist for its heavy construction equipment shop in Kilgore, Texas. The Machinist performs standard machining repairs on heavy equipment and components in a shop environment, lays out tasks, interprets blueprints and technical publications, and designs and draws working sketches. The role may assist in other areas as needed. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., with overtime as required by workload and customer needs. The position may require up to 10% travel.

Requirements

Five or more years of experience required.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Extensive knowledge of equipment and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Extensive knowledge of current computer software and SIS, with the ability to teach others.
Excellent work habits, accuracy, attention to detail, and quality of work.
Verbal and written communication skills.
Effective influencing skills, including motivating and developing customers and employees.
Time-management, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to quote jobs and provide time frames for tasks.
Ability to run and maintain all shop machining equipment, including CNC machines.
Ability to complete assigned tasks without further supervision and to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to follow manufacturer and company installation and service guidelines.
Ability to operate hand tools, power tools, machine tools, and equipment.
Ability to perform basic welding and torch cutting.
Ability to work proactively and follow logical troubleshooting procedures.
Ability to make precisely coordinated finger movements to grasp, manipulate, or assemble small objects.
Ability to read, write, and understand information, and to listen to and understand spoken information.
Must own a large assortment of tools, including specialized tools, to perform repairs and jobs.
Must have met HDSI requirements for preceding Machinist levels and be able to model and teach Holt’s VBL Culture.
Ongoing safety training and advanced selling skills.
Regular and punctual attendance.
Able to meet the stated physical demands, including lifting and moving materials and equipment up to 50 pounds and working safely underneath equipment.

Nice To Haves

Accreditation from a technical school or an applicable skilled trades program.
Experience leading or mentoring.

Responsibilities

Model, promote, reinforce, and reward the consistent use of HOLT’s Values Based Leadership tools, models, and processes.
Perform standard machine jobs and repairs, and carry out machining operations to manufacture, modify, and repair machine parts, equipment, and components.
Lay out tasks, read and interpret blueprints and technical publications, and design and draw working sketches.
Work as a team member to provide basic mechanical services that satisfy customer needs and achieve departmental goals.
Perform routine operational checks on repair work and functional parts of mechanical equipment and machinery.
Work overtime as required by workload and customer needs.
Maintain company equipment, tools, and work areas in good, clean, and working order.
Act as a team leader on large projects and provide task- and behavior-oriented supervision, assistance, coaching, and mentoring to other Machinists.
Prepare service reports and other necessary paperwork.
Examine workpieces for defects and ensure conformance with specifications.
Follow contamination-control and HAZMAT rules and regulations.
Participate in safety observations and meetings and encourage others to do the same.
Maintain regular and punctual attendance; work safely and comply with applicable safety policies and company policies, procedures, and standards.
Demonstrate alignment with the company's mission and core business values, collaborate with internal and external resources, and participate in ongoing self-development.
Perform other duties as assigned.