Machine Tool Repair Technician

Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC); Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Castparts Corp. in Houston, TX seeks a skilled Machinist/Maintenance Technician to repair and maintain mechanical and hydraulic components of production machines, including conveyors, lathes, and mills.

The role requires reading blueprints and ISO drawings, using precision tools, aligning pumps and motors, and performing preventative maintenance; shift work is required and no guaranteed schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and 3+ years related experience.
• Willing to work shift work; no shift preference guaranteed.
• Knowledge of Lathe, Mills, Cut Off Saw and Drill Press; hydraulics and pneumatics a plus.

Responsibilities

• Repairs and maintains mechanical and hydraulic components of production machines.
• Reads blueprints/ISO drawings to fabricate parts.
• Uses precision leveling/measurement tools (calipers, micrometers).
• Operates and assists with loading/unloading equipment and basic assembly.

Skills

Machine Repair

Blueprint Reading

Precise Tool Handling

Safety Procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

3+ years related experience

Tools

Lathes

Mills

Broaching

Drill Press

Job description

Country

United States of America

State / County

Texas

City

Houston

Division

Wyman Gordon

Company

Houston

Workplace Type

On-Site

Position type

Full Time

Opportunity ID

21583

Job Description

SUMMARY

Repairs and maintains mechanical and hydraulic components of production machines and equipment such as metal fabricating machine tools, material handling system, and automated lubrication system by performing the following duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: This is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks.

• Works with industry-specific and high complex precision machines including but not limited to: conveyors, lathes, mills, grinders, saws, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, pumps, gears, bearings, compressors etc.
• Uses precision leveling and alignment tools in order to measure angles, material thickness and small distances with calipers, squares, micrometers, and other tools.
• Fits bearings, align gears and wheels, attach motors and connect belts according to manufacturer's blueprints and drawings
• Assist with the dismantling of machines using hammers, wrenches, crowbars and other hand tools
• Fabricates and installs parts on equipment and machinery by measuring, cutting, and drilling
• Assist with the unloading, inspecting, moving and setting of equipment into position using cranes, hoists, dollies, rollers and trucks
• Uses rigging and hoisting devices such as chokers, chain falls and hand winches to move equipment / materials into place
• Conducts preventative maintenance on conveyors, lathes, mills, grinders, saws, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, pumps
• Experience with lathes, mills, and broaching, general shop equipment (drill presses. vertical/horizontal band saws, hydraulic presses) measuring and hand tools.
• Ability to read and fabricate parts from blueprints and ISO drawings.
• Able to align a pump and motor within 5 thousandths of an inch
• Operate mobile equipment fork trucks and man-lifts

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This job has no supervisory responsibilities. This job reports directly to a supervisor.

Evaluation Required

• Written Machine Tool Repair Skill Assessment (40 questions) 80% is passing.
• Practical Exam upon successful completion of the Written Skills Assessment.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The duties listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The successful applicant must be willing to work shift work and various shifts. No shift preference is guaranteed.

Prefer knowledge of Lathe, Mills, Cut Off Saw and Drill Press equipment. Machining, Hydraulics and Pneumatics experience are a plus.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or GED and 3+ years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To comply with those regulations, this position may require applicants to be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

Company Profile

With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability - not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.

PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.

In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.

Precision Castparts Corp. and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited resumes will become the property of Precision Castparts Corp & its affiliates, and no fee will be paid.