1st Class Machinist

About the role

This role supports TotalEnergies Petrochemicals & Refining USA, Inc. – Port Arthur Refinery and is responsible for the maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of a wide range of rotating equipment in a petrochemical/refinery environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair rotating equipment, including:
  • Centrifugal and reciprocating pumps
  • All types of compressors
  • Steam turbines
  • Diaphragm pumps
  • Unit fans (fin fans and cooling towers)
  • Gearboxes, mixers, chain‑drive units, and mechanical seals
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance activities
• Research materials and equipment needed to complete job assignments
• Complete job documentation, reports, and project modifications
• Work with vendors and contractors to support maintenance and repair activities
• Follow all safe work practices and refinery procedures
• Perform work requiring climbing, lifting, and manual labor
• Support equipment reliability through inspections and troubleshooting

Requirements

• Basic math and mechanical principles
• Lubrication systems and fluids
• Bearings, seals, gaskets, metallurgy, piping, rigging, balancing, torquing, couplings, and fasteners
• Alignment techniques (laser and reverse dial)
• Use of hand tools, burning torch, and precision equipment
• Experience with:
  • Centrifugal and reciprocating pumps and compressors
  • Turbines, gearboxes, fans, blowers, mixers, electric motors, and chain drives
• Proficiency with shop equipment such as:
  • Lathe, drill press, key seater, balancing machine, and hydraulic press
• Understanding of refinery or industrial processes
• Experience using Microsoft Office, Lotus Notes, and SAP
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills
• Stable work history and dependable attendance
• Willingness to work overtime and respond to call‑outs as needed
• Team‑oriented with strong communication skills
• Computer literate with the ability to complete electronic documentation
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and schematics
• Physically capable of climbing and lifting as required

Qualifications

High School Diploma with 5+ years of experience in petrochemical or comparable industrial environments as a machinist, millwright, or mechanic OR Two‑year Industrial Mechanics degree (or equivalent) with 2+ years of relevant mechanical experience