Precision Mechanic II: Gas Engine & Compressor Repair

at Cooper Machinery Services LLC in; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Parental leave

Job summary

Cooper Machinery Services is seeking a Mechanic II for our Houston Machine Shop to disassemble, inspect, repair, and test natural gas engine and compressor components. You will work with manual, pneumatic, and hydraulic tools, read detailed prints, and verify precision using micrometers, calipers, and indicators.

This role emphasizes safety, documentation, and teamwork in a shop setting. You will routinely disassemble and reassemble equipment, perform testing per specifications, and participate

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Reading prints

Interpreting drawings

Math skills

Safety awareness

Team player

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Micrometer

Dial caliper

Dial indicator

Job description

Cooper Machinery Services is seeking a Mechanic II for our Houston Machine Shop to disassemble, inspect, repair, and test natural gas engine and compressor components. You will work with manual, pneumatic, and hydraulic tools, read detailed prints, and verify precision using micrometers, calipers, and indicators.

This role emphasizes safety, documentation, and teamwork in a shop setting. You will routinely disassemble and reassemble equipment, perform testing per specifications, and participate