Manual Machinist - 2nd Shift

EthosEnergy Group; Houston (TX); Sur place; USD 70 000 - 100 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Employee Referral Bonus

Personal Development & Career Successi

Perks & Discount programs

Résumé du poste

EthosEnergy in Houston, TX is seeking a 2nd shift Manual Machinist to machine, assemble, and prepare turbine components for testing. You will perform precision machining and rotor work with minimal supervision, supporting engineering and manufacturing teams in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has 15+ years of machining experience, including 10+ years rotor machining, and a commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of machining experience.
• 10+ years of rotor machining experience and ability to train others.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsabilités

• Set up and operate manual machining equipment, including mills, lathes, VTLs, surface grinders, boring bars, and related tools with minimal supervision.
• Perform precision machining, deep-hole machining, rotor work, and critical feature machining to required tolerances, including up to .0005" where applicable.
• Design, make, modify, deburr, identify, preserve, and protect parts, fixtures, and tooling as required.
• Inspect components, determine damage or repair needs, correct mechanical errors, and document results, clearances, and customer-return findings.
• Perform complex rigging, lifting, part indication, and equipment handling activities safely and efficiently.
• Support assembly, blading fundamentals, testing, repair, and temporary assignments across departments, customer sites, and other EthosEnergy facilities as needed.
• Maintain clean equipment and work areas while consistently meeting safety, quality, production, and housekeeping standards.

Connaissances

Machining experience

Rotor machining

Blueprints

Precision measuring

Rigging & lifting

Rotor repair

Safety & quality

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Outils

Milling machines

Lathes

VTLs

Surface grinders

Boring bars

Description du poste

EthosEnergy is seeking a 2nd Shift Manual Machinist to join our growing Gas Turbine repair facility in Houston, TX. In this hands-on role, you will machine, assemble, and prepare steam and gas turbine components for engineering testing and evaluation. You will perform precision machining, build steam and compressor units, and support product development and testing with minimal supervision. This position offers the opportunity to work on critical rotating equipment while collaborating with engineering and manufacturing teams in a fast-paced environment. Successful candidates must have 15+ years of machining experience, including 10+ years’ machining rotors. If you take pride in safety, quality, cleanliness, productivity, and teamwork, we encourage you to apply.

Please note that this shift follows a 3:30 PM - Midnight, Monday - Friday schedule. OT is available based on business needs.

Job Responsibilities

• Set up and operate manual machining equipment, including mills, lathes, VTLs, surface grinders, boring bars, and related tools with minimal supervision.
• Perform precision machining, deep-hole machining, rotor work, and critical feature machining to required tolerances, including up to .0005" where applicable.
• Design, make, modify, deburr, identify, preserve, and protect parts, fixtures, and tooling as required.
• Inspect components, determine damage or repair needs, correct mechanical errors, and document results, clearances, and customer-return findings.
• Perform complex rigging, lifting, part indication, and equipment handling activities safely and efficiently.
• Support assembly, blading fundamentals, testing, repair, and temporary assignments across departments, customer sites, and other EthosEnergy facilities as needed.
• Maintain clean equipment and work areas while consistently meeting safety, quality, production, and housekeeping standards.

Required Skills / Knowledge

• Strong knowledge of machining terminology, tooling, materials, blueprints, and precision measuring practices.
• Ability to plan efficient setups and operate manual machining equipment, including horizontal lathes, VTLs, large mills, knee mills, drill presses, material saws, mag base drills, boring bars, flange facers, and tip grinders.
• Skilled in indicating parts and rotors, including VTL work, large mill setups, horizontal lathe setups, steady rests, centers, and rotor journal grinding.
• Experience safely rigging, lifting, and handling nozzles, diaphragms, turbine cases, rotors, cranes, forklifts, and scissor lifts.
• Proficient in specialized rotor repair processes, including block polishing, skim and burnish probe areas, and one-off repair troubleshooting.
• Advanced mechanical troubleshooting and critical-thinking skills with the ability to train and support others.

Experience

• 15+ years of machining experience.
• 10+ years of rotor machining experience, with demonstrated ability to train and support others.

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work a 2nd shift, 3:30 PM - Midnight Monday - Friday schedule
• Lift up to 35 lbs.

What We Offer

• Supportive company culture that values its employees
• Extra money in your paycheck - Employee Referral Bonus
• Personal Development & Career Succession Planning
• Company sponsored Perks & Discount programs

EthosEnergy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/ orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation.