Mechanic II MF

Cooper Machinery Services; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Cooper Machinery Services seeks a Mechanic II for our Houston Machine Shop. You will disassemble, inspect, repair, and test natural gas engine and compressor components, using micrometers, calipers, and indicators to ensure precision.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and 2 years of relevant experience. You will operate manual, pneumatic, and hydraulic tools, read detailed prints, and follow safety policies while documenting work and participating in training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years in mechanical test/assembly/disassembly or heavy equipment repair.
• Ability to read detailed prints and engineering specifications.

Responsibilities

• Disassemble, position, reassemble, test, and paint moderate to highly complex equipment.
• Clean, inspect, and repair engine and compressor components in a shop.
• Use manual, pneumatic, and hydraulic tools for fitting and securing components.
• Read prints and verify precision with micrometers, dial calipers, and indicators.
• Set up and run test operations per engineering specs.
• Troubleshoot and perform minor maintenance on mechanical equipment.
• Complete required documentation and training on time.

Skills

Hand tools

Read prints

Safety minded

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Micrometers

Dial calipers

Dial indicators

Hydraulic tools

Job description

Since 1833, Cooper Machinery Services has been the OEM behind legendary engines and compressors — Cooper-Bessemer, Ajax, Superior, and more — supporting a global installed base of over 22,000 units. Every one of those units starts on a shop floor like ours, in the hands of mechanics who know that precision isn't optional. As a Mechanic II at our Houston Machine Shop, you'll clean, inspect, and repair natural gas engine and compressor components — disassembling, reassembling, testing, and finishing moderate to highly complex equipment with the precision the job demands.

This role is a great fit for a mechanic who's comfortable with manual, pneumatic, and hydraulic tools, reads a detailed print without a second thought, and knows their way around a micrometer, dial caliper, and dial indicator.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Disassemble, position, reassemble, test, and paint moderate to highly complex equipment
• Clean, inspect, and repair natural gas engine and compressor components in a shop environment
• Use manual, pneumatic, and hydraulic tools for fitting, adjusting, and securing components
• Read detailed prints, and use micrometers, dial calipers, and dial indicators to verify precision work
• Set up and run test operations in line with engineering specifications
• Troubleshoot and perform minor maintenance on mechanical equipment
• Conduct risk assessments before operations and material movements, and follow all EHS policies
• Keep your work area safe, clean, and organized
• Identify and report problems or hazardous conditions during equipment operations
• Complete required documentation and business training accurately and on time

WHO YOU ARE

• High school diploma or GED
• 2 years of experience in mechanical test and assembly/disassembly, or heavy equipment repair and maintenance
• Able to interpret drawings, prints, and engineering specifications
• Physically capable of pushing, pulling, lifting, bending, and other physical demands of the role
• Willing to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Valid driver's license
• Solid grasp of safety regulations and good housekeeping practices
• Basic math skills and the ability to read schematics
• Mechanically minded, detail-oriented, and comfortable working independently to engineering specs
• A strong team player with excellent communication and collaboration skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 2 years of experience in operations or service center applications
• Strong knowledge of natural gas engine and compressor equipment

WHY JOIN US

• Most benefits are effective your first day — no waiting period
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability coverage (6-month short-term disability waiting period)
• Voluntary life, AD&D, and long-term disability buy-up plans
• Voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance plans
• 401(k) with up to 5% company match — you're 100% vested on Day 1
• Maternity and parental leave, Arc Fertility Benefits, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health support

Cooper Machinery Services is an equal opportunity employer and gives all qualified applicants consideration of employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.