Precision Machining & Toolmaking·Updated on Nov 13·
Full-timeLongview, TX, USANo salary listed
About the Job
Requirements
Extensive knowledge of equipment and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Extensive knowledge of current computer software and SIS, and the ability to teach others.
Verbal and written communication skills.
Effective influencing skills, including motivating and developing customers and employees.
Time management skills.
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Ability to quote jobs and provide time frames for tasks.
Ability to run and maintain all machining equipment, including CNC machines in the shop.
Ability to complete assigned tasks without further supervision.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to follow manufacturer and company installation and service guidelines to ensure quality work.
Ability to operate hand tools, power tools, machine tools, and equipment.
Ability to perform basic welding and torch cutting.
Ability to follow logical troubleshooting procedures.
Ability to perform precise coordinated finger movements to grasp, manipulate, or assemble small objects.
Ability to read, write, and understand information.
Ability to listen to and understand spoken information and ideas.
Must own a large assortment of tools and specialized tools to perform repairs and jobs.
Must have met HDSI requirements for preceding Machinist levels and be able to model and teach Holt’s Values Based Leadership culture.
Must complete ongoing safety training.
Must have advanced selling skills.
A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
Five or more years of experience are required.
The role requires regular and punctual attendance.
The role requires physical ability to stand, walk, kneel, crouch, stoop, climb, reach, work underneath equipment, and frequently lift or move materials and equipment up to 50 pounds.
The role requires wearing common protective or safety equipment and working in environments with moving mechanical parts, weather extremes, chemicals, dust, steam, high-pressure water, rotating equipment, varied lighting, high noise, vibration, confined spaces, awkward positions, and heights.
Responsibilities
Perform standard machining repairs on heavy equipment or components in a shop environment.
Perform machining operations to manufacture, modify, and repair machine parts, equipment, and components.
Lay out tasks, read and interpret blueprints and technical publications, and design and draw working sketches.
Provide basic mechanical services as part of a team to satisfy customer needs and departmental goals.
Perform routine operational checks on repair work and functional parts of mechanical equipment and machinery.
Work overtime as required by workload and customer needs.
Maintain company equipment, tools, and work areas in good, clean, and working order.
Act as a team leader on large projects.
Provide task- and behavior-oriented supervision, assistance, coaching, and mentoring to other Machinists.
Prepare service reports and other necessary paperwork.
Examine workpieces for defects to ensure conformance with specifications.
Follow contamination control and hazardous materials rules and regulations.
Participate in safety observations and meetings, and encourage others to do the same.
Work safely and comply with applicable safety policies, company policies, procedures, and standards.
Collaborate with internal and external resources and participate in ongoing self-development.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
Accreditation from a technical school or an applicable skilled-trades program is preferred.
Experience leading or mentoring is preferred.
HOLT CAT in Kilgore, Texas is looking for a experienced Machinist for our heavy construction equipment shop. The Machinist performs all standard machining repairs on heavy equipment or components in a shop environment. Demonstrates a willingness to help in other areas when needed. Must be able to lay out tasks, reads and interprets blueprints and technical publications, designs and draws working sketches. Hours for this position are Monday through Friday 7am to 4pm. We are located at 3007 Maverick Drive, Kilgore, Texas 75662.
Models, promotes, reinforces, and rewards the consistent use of HOLT’s Values Based Leadership (VBL) tools, models, and processes to ensure alignment with our Vision, Values, and Mission
Demonstrates well developed technical skills and performs most standard machine jobs and repairs
Performs all types of machining operations to manufacture, modify, and repair machine parts, equipment, and components
Lays out tasks, reads and interprets blueprints and technical publications, designs and draws working sketches
Works as a member of a team to provide basic mechanical services that satisfies customer needs and achieves departmental goals
Performs routine operational checks on repair work and functional parts of mechanical equipment and machinery
Works overtime as required by workload and customers’ needs
Maintains all company equipment, tools, and work areas in a good, clean, and working order
Act as a team leader on large projects
Provides significant task and behavior-oriented supervision to other Machinists
Provides assistance, coaching, and mentoring to other Machinists
Prepares service reports and any other necessary paperwork
Examines workpieces for defects to ensure conformance with specifications
Adheres to contamination control and HAZMAT rules and regulations
Actively participates in observations and safety meetings and encourages others to do the same
Requires regular and punctual employee attendance
Works safely at all times and adheres to all applicable safety policies; complies with all company policies, procedures, and standards
Performs other duties as assigned
The incumbent in this position is expected to model the following practices on a daily basis:
Demonstrate alignment with the company's mission and core business values;
Collaborate with key internal/external resources;
Participate in ongoing self-development.
Extensive knowledge of equipment and tools, including their designs, uses, repair and maintenance
Extensive knowledge of current computer software, SIS, and ability to teach others
Excellent work habits, accuracy, attention to detail, and quality of work
Verbal and written communication skills
Effective influencing skills which include motivating and developing customers and employees
Time management skills
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Ability to quote jobs and give time frames on task
Ability to run and maintain all machining equipment including CNC machines in the shop
Ability to be assigned tasks and complete them with no further supervision
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to follow manufacturer and company installation and service guidelines to ensure quality work
Ability to operate hand tools, power tools, machine tools, and equipment to help perform the job
Ability to perform basic welding and torch cutting
Ability to be self-starting and self-motivated
Ability to follow logical troubleshooting procedures
Ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands in order to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects
Ability to read, write, and understand information
Ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences
Additional Requirements:
Must own a large assortment of tools and specialized tools to perform repairs and jobs
Has met HDSI requirements for preceding Machinist levels; Ability to model and teach Holt’s VBL Culture
Ongoing Safety Training
Advanced selling skills
Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent, accreditation from a technical school or an applicable skilled trades program is preferred
Five or more years required
Experience leading/mentoring preferred
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None
Travel:
Up to 10% travel may be required
Physical Requirements:
Significant amount of time standing, walking, kneeling, crouching, stooping, climbing, and reaching
Constant movement and use of hands, this position requires good manual dexterity
Communicates with customers, service managers, and co-workers
Routinely reacts to visual, auditory, and other signals including alarms and instructions, and is required to visually inspect work
Must be able to move objects and use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue
Be able to maneuver safely and work underneath equipment
Frequently lifts and moves materials and equipment up to 50 lbs.
Ascends/descends with gradual or continuous progress by oneself, using both hands and feet and climbs up and down ladders and/or equipment
Work Environment:
Requires wearing common protective or safety equipment
Regularly works indoors around moving mechanical parts and may be exposed to weather extremes when working outside in conditions that include inclement weather, heat, cold, and humidity
Works in an enclosed and open vehicle or equipment
Exposure to small quantities of chemicals, dust, steam, high-pressure water, and high-speed rotating equipment
Works in extremely bright or inadequate lighting
Exposure to high noise levels and body vibration
Works in confined workspaces, awkward potions, and high places
Exposure to minor burns, cuts, bites, or stings
Disclaimer: Please note that the above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not to be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the incumbents so classified. All incumbents may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities, as needed.