Mechanical Helper

Brown-and-Root-Industrial-Services; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Brown & Root Industrial Services in Houston, TX, seeks a Fleet Helper to assist the Fleet Mechanic in a busy plant construction and maintenance environment. Under supervision, you will read instructions, plan activities, move materials, and set up work sites.

Duties include using hand and power tools, inspecting brake systems, replacing engines, performing routine maintenance, test drives, and ensuring safety rules are followed. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and practical problem solving.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months documented field experience in chosen craft discipline.
• Ability to read and interpret instructions and documentation.
• Must follow safety rules and wear required PPE.

Responsibilities

• Use hand tools (screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, gauges) and power tools (pneumatic wrenches, lathes, welding equipment, jacks).
• Inspect brake systems, steering, wheel bearings, and replace parts as needed.
• Replaces engines or subassemblies and reline brakes; aligns wheels and tightens fasteners.

Skills

Reading instructions

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Manual dexterity

Tools

Pneumatic wrenches

Lathes

Welding equipment

Hydraulic jacks

Job description

Under general supervision, assists Fleet Mechanic in performing a variety of tasks in support of plant construction and maintenance activities. Reads and interprets instructions and documentation and plans work activities. Moves materials and equipment to work locations and sets up work site. Completes records, maintains tools and equipment, and performs various clean-up and housekeeping activities. Observes and follows all safety rules and procedures, including wearing required personal safety equipment. Performs other duties and activities as directed.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist Fleet Mechanic with the following:

• Use hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, pressure gauges, and precision instruments, as well as power tools such as pneumatic wrenches, lathes, hammers, welding equipment, and jacks and hoists.
• Practices safe hoisting and jacking techniques. Practices safe use and disposal of solvents.
• Using micrometers and gauges inspect brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, and other important parts to examine parts for damage or excessive wear. Replaces part as needed.
• Replaces defective engines or subassemblies, such as transmissions.
• Adjust and reline brakes, align wheels, tighten bolts and screws, and reassemble equipment.
• Raise trucks, buses, and heavy parts or equipment using hydraulic jacks or hoists.
• Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment and machinery.
• Test drive trucks, buses and overhauled equipment to diagnose malfunctions and ensure operating efficiency.
• Examine and adjust protective guards, loose bolts, and specified safety devices.
• Welds broken parts and structural members.
• Attach test instruments to equipment, and read dials and gauges to diagnose malfunctions.
• Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test instruments such as handheld computers, motor analyzers, chassis charts, and pressure gauges.
• Inspect, repair, and maintain automotive and mechanical equipment and machinery such as pumps and compressors.
• Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules, including wearing required personal safety equipment. Performs other duties as required.

Requirements

Helpers (includes helpers 0 months- helper 42 months) - Preferred minimum of 6 months documented field experience in chosen craft discipline. Must have the ability to read and interpret instructions and documentation. The level and degree of job responsibilities and requirements vary depending on months of experience and assigned job step.

Brown & Root Industrial Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

BENEFITS

Brown and Root offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include a 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development

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Brown & Root Industrial Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.