Lead Machinist: CNC, Blueprints & Mentoring

HOLT Group; Kilgore (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Job summary

HOLT CAT in Kilgore, Texas is seeking an experienced Machinist for our heavy construction equipment shop. You will perform machining repairs, lay out tasks from blueprints, and design working sketches to fabricate components.

The role requires strong shop skills, safety awareness, and the ability to work with a team in a fast-paced environment. Qualified candidates have 5+ years of machining experience, proficiency with CNC machines, and the ability to read technical publications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Five+ years of machining experience required.
• Experience reading blueprints and technical publications.

Responsibilities

• Operate and program CNC machines to perform repairs and fabrications.
• Read blueprints and technical publications to lay out tasks.
• Maintain clean, safe shop conditions and tools.
• Lead small projects and mentor junior machinists.

Skills

Blueprint reading

CNC machining

Shop tools

Quality inspection

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical trade certification

Tools

CNC milling machines

Measuring tools

CAD software

Job description

HOLT CAT in Kilgore, Texas is seeking an experienced Machinist for our heavy construction equipment shop. You will perform machining repairs, lay out tasks from blueprints, and design working sketches to fabricate components.

The role requires strong shop skills, safety awareness, and the ability to work with a team in a fast-paced environment. Qualified candidates have 5+ years of machining experience, proficiency with CNC machines, and the ability to read technical publications.