Machinist Standard

CF&I Steel, L.P.; Pueblo (CO); On-site; USD 37,471 - 53,367; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family medical coverage

Short and long-term disability

Paid vacation

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Job summary

CF&I Steel, L.P. in Pueblo, Colorado is hiring a Machinist for their Maintenance team. The role involves machining, assembling, and disassembling parts while ensuring safety standards. Ideal candidates should have experience in heavy industry and a valid Colorado driver's license.

This position offers competitive pay at $32.97 per hour, a range of benefits including medical coverage, and opportunities for career advancement. Join a dynamic team committed to safety and efficiency!

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in fabrication and welding in heavy industry.
• Valid Colorado driver’s license required.
• Experience with machinery and equipment operation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Machine, disassemble, and assemble parts for equipment.
• Use a variety of shop equipment for machining tasks.
• Read prints and drawings to select materials and machines.

Skills

Machining Technology Proficiency

Physical ability to lift 50-100 pounds

Interpersonal communication skills

Ability to work independently

Mathematical and measurement competency

Education

Machinist Apprenticeship or AAS degree in Machining Technology

Tools

Lathes

Milling Machines

Surface and Cylindrical Grinders

Vertical and Horizontal Boring Mills

Forklifts

Job description

Job Overview

At CF&I Steel, L.P., we are seeking a Machinist for our Maintenance team at our Pueblo, Colorado location. The machinist will machine, disassemble, and assemble parts for equipment and machines in a safe manner while reporting to the Maintenance Superintendent.

Responsibilities

• Machine, disassemble, and assemble parts for equipment and machines in a safe manner.
• Use lathes, milling machines, vertical and horizontal boring mills, shapers/slotter machines, surface and cylindrical grinders, radial drill presses, hand, power, and measuring tools, radio‑controlled overhead cranes, forklifts, presses, and all other shop equipment.
• Perform bench‑floor and field work, including alignments.
• Utilize materials such as castings, forgings, bar stock, flats, and rounds.
• Read prints and drawings, layout and plan work according to blueprints, and select proper materials and machines for precision machining.
• Test, inspect, dismantle, assemble, and repair machined product accurately.
• Observe all safety rules and LOTO procedures; keep work area and equipment clean and orderly.
• Perform routine maintenance and assist maintenance personnel.
• Work in both indoor and outdoor environmental conditions, including exposure to noise, oils, solvents, extreme temperatures, moving parts, chips, shavings, scale, and sharp tools.
• Obtain and maintain OSHA 10 and equipment certifications as required.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• Machinist Apprenticeship, AAS degree in Machining Technology or equivalent.
• 1–3 years of experience in fabrication and welding in heavy industry, manufacturing, or mining.
• Experience working with machinery, equipment operation, or a closely related field preferred.
• Proficiency in all categories of Machining Technology, including critical alignments and sophisticated measuring tools.
• Ability to perform installation and set‑up of Class5 bearings & Babbitt bearing fits.
• Competent in manipulating numbers, quantities, shapes, and spaces; able to take precise measurements and calculate necessary dimensions.
• Ability to repair machinery required in operating departments and roll shops.
• Valid Colorado driver’s license.
• Self‑starter with the ability to work with minimal supervision and manage multiple tasks.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with all levels of personnel.
• Physical ability to climb, walk, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, make repetitive motions, hear, etc., and to exert forces up to 50 pounds, frequently up to 100 pounds.
• Qualified candidates will be required to demonstrate proficiency through testing.

Benefits

• $32.97 per hour (shift differential)
• Competitive wages and bonus opportunities.
• Family medical, dental, and prescription coverage at minimal employee cost.
• Short and long‑term disability programs.
• Competitive retirement plans.
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts.
• Employer‑provided and voluntary life insurance options.
• Paid vacation and recognized statutory holidays.
• Apprenticeship and career advancement within the company.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Wellness program.

Additional Information

Open & Closing Dates: 3/1/2026 – 8/1/2026. All applicants must be eligible to work in the USA.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status. Orion Steel Group, L.L.C. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.