Entry-Level Machinist: Rebuild Engines & Compressors

Cooper Machinery Services LLC; Stockdale (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Life & AD&D

Disability coverage

401(k) with match

Parental leave

EAP

Job summary

Cooper Machinery Services LLC is seeking a Mechanic I in Texas to disassemble, rebuild, test, and paint heavy‑duty engine and compressor equipment. You will read drawings, follow specifications, and work with safety as a priority in a shop environment.

Ideal candidates have 0–2 years of mechanical repair/assembly experience, basic math, and a valid driver’s license. Overtime, weekends, and holidays may be required as part of operation schedules.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 0–2 years of experience in mechanical test and assembly/disassembly, or heavy equipment repair and maintenance.
• Able to read and interpret drawings, prints, schematics, and engineering specifications.
• Basic math skills, and familiarity with tools and equipment operation.
• Working knowledge of safety regulations and good housekeeping practices.
• Physically able to push, pull, lift, bend, and perform other physical tasks.
• Able to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Valid driver’s license.
• A team player with mechanical aptitude and attention to detail who can work independently to engineering specifications.

Responsibilities

• Disassemble, position, reassemble, test, and paint moderate to highly complex engine and compressor equipment
• Use a wide range of mechanical tools and equipment safely and accurately
• Set up and run test operations following engineering specifications
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and perform minor maintenance and repairs
• Conduct risk assessments before starting work and moving materials
• Follow all Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) policies, and report problems or hazardous conditions right away
• Keep your work area and the facility’s equipment and tooling clean, organized, operational, and safe
• Complete required documentation and business training accurately and on time
• Work closely with your team and take on additional duties as assigned

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading drawings

Math skills

Safety regulations

Team player

Physical stamina

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Cooper Machinery Services LLC is seeking a Mechanic I in Texas to disassemble, rebuild, test, and paint heavy‑duty engine and compressor equipment. You will read drawings, follow specifications, and work with safety as a priority in a shop environment.

Ideal candidates have 0–2 years of mechanical repair/assembly experience, basic math, and a valid driver’s license. Overtime, weekends, and holidays may be required as part of operation schedules.