Mechanical Helper: Hands-On Fleet Maintenance

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

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.