Field Service Machinist

JOB SUMMARY

The primary function of an RMS Manual Machinist is to perform a variety of machining operations—including turning, milling, drilling, and threading—on rotating equipment components such as pumps, turbines, and compressors to ensure compliance with specifications and quality requirements. The Manual Machinist will set up and operate conventional machining equipment, including lathes and milling machines, to produce, modify, and repair mechanical components. This role requires the ability to read and interpret blueprints, use precision measuring instruments, and maintain strict tolerances while supporting overall shop productivity and quality objectives.

SKILLS REQUIRED

• ORGANIZATIONAL - EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
• EXCELLENT ATTENTION TO DETAILS
• EXCEPTIONAL ABILITY TO MANAGE COMPETING PRIORITIES
• INTERPERSONAL - EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
• EXCELLENT INTERPERSONAL AND CUSTOMER SERVICE SKILLS
• EXCELLENT VERBAL AND WRITTEN COMMUNICATION SKILLS
• ABLE TO WORK WITHIN A TEAM OR INDEPENDENTLY
• ABLE TO WORK AND INTERACT PROFESSIONALLY AND RESPECTFULLY WITH CO-WORKERS
• EFFICIENCY - EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
• ABLE TO MANAGE OTHER PROJECTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES THAT MAY BE ADDED AT THE COMPANY’S DISCRETION
• EXCELLENT ABILITY TO MULTITASK, PRIORITIZE, AND MANAGE TIME AND RESOURCES EFFECTIVELY
• EXCELLENT TIME MANAGEMENT SKILLS WITH A PROVEN ABILITY TO MEET DEADLINES

PRIMARY ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

• OPERATE MANUAL MACHINING EQUIPMENT SUCH AS LATES, MILLING MACHINES, DRILL PRESSES, AND GRINDERS TO PRODUCE OR REPAIR PRECISION PARTS
• INTERPRET AND WORK FROM BLUEPRINTS, TECHNICAL DRAWINGS, AND WORK INSTRUCTIONS TO DETERMINE MACHINING REQUIREMENTS
• SET UP MACHINES BY SELECTING PROPER TOOLING, FIXTURES, AND MATERIALS FOR EACH JOB
• MESURE AND VERIFY DIMENSIONS OF FINISHED PARTS USING PRECISION INSTRUMENTS (MICROMETERS, CALIPERS, GAUGES, ETC.) TO ENSURE TOLERANCES ARE MET
• PERFORM MACHINING OPERATIONS INCLUDING TURNING, BORING, THREADING, FACING, DRILLING, AND MILLING
• MANTAIN TIGHT TOLERANCES AND ENSURE HIGH-Quality WORKSManship ON ALL COMPONENTS
• INSPECT INCOMING AND COMPLETED PARTS FOR DEFECTS, WEAR, AND COMPLIANCE WITH SPECIFICATIONS
• PERFORM ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING OF MACHINES AND EQUIPMENT TO ENSURE SAFE OPERATION
• TROUBLESHOOT MACHINING ISSUES AND MAKE ADJUSTMENTS TO IMPROVE ACCURACY AND EFFICIENCY
• DOCUMENT WORK PERFORMED, MEASUREMENTS, AND ANY DEVIATIONS FROM SPECIFICATIONS
• COLLABORATE WITH SUPERVISORS, ENGINEERS, AND OTHER SHOP PERSONNEL TO RESOLVE TECHNICAL OR PRODUCTION ISSUES
• ASSIST WITH DISASSEMBLY, REPAIR, AND REASSEMBLY OF MECHANICAL COMPONENTS WHEN REQUIRED
• MANTAIN AN ORGANIZED AND CLEAN WORK AREA IN ACCORDANCE WITH SHOP STANDARDS
• GENERAL: THE ABOVE LIST OF ACTIVITIES IS NOT ALL-INCLUSIVE BUT A GENERAL REPRESENTATION OF THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE RMS MANUAL MACHINIST. THIS ABOVE LIST IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE BASED ON THE NEEDS OF THE COMPANY.

EDUCATION

• HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA / GED FROM AN ACCREDITED SCHOOL OR INSTITUTION

KNOWLEDGE AND/OR SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• OMEGA EXPERIENCE
• PROFICIENT IN RUNNING HORIZONTAL LATES, MILLING MACHINES, VTL, AND BULLARD
• CAPABLE OF READING DRAWINGS AND PROPER USE OF CALIBRATED MEASURING TOOLS
• CAN HOLD TOLERANCES OF .0005"
• BASIC MACHINING KNOWLEDGE AND PRACTICES REQUIRED

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• THE POSITION MAY BE BASED IN RMS'S PERRIS-HOUSTON, TX FACILITY
• This position requires up to 50% travel, including domestic and international travel
• This is a full-time position, with a minimum expectation of 40 hours per week, averaging 45 hours per week
• Additional hours, including evenings or weekends, may be required based on project needs
• THIS POSITION CAN BE REQUIRED TO PARTICIPATE IN THE COMPANY RANDOM OR CUSTOMER SPECIFIC DRUG AND ALCOHOL SCREENING AND BACKGROUND CHECK
• MUST POSSESS A VALID DRIVER’S LICENSE
• ABLE TO PASS PRE-Employment DRUG, ALCOHOL TEST, AND BACKGROUND CHECK
• ABLE TO ACT PROFESSIONALLY UNDER STRESSFUL SITUATIONS
• ABLE TO UNDERSTAND, READ, WRITE AND SPEAK ENGLISH
• ABLE AND WILLING TO LIFT OBJECTS WEIGHTING UP TO 50 LBS. (WITH ASSISTANCE), WALK, CLIMB, REACH, KNEEL, CRAWL, AND BALANCE
• MUST BE ABLE TO USE HANDS FOR ASSEMBLY AND TOOL USAGE
• AUTHORIZED TO WORK IN THE UNITED STATES RMS INC. MAY HAVE GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS THAT IMPOSE SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS ON EMPLOYEES WORKING ON THOSE PROJECTS. IF AN EMPLOYEE DOES NOT MEET THESE REQUIREMENTS, THEY MAY BE REASSIGNED TO A DIFFERENT LOCATION OR BE ELIGIBLE TO WORK ON CERTAIN ASSIGNMENTS
• WORK ENVIRONMENT: WHILE PERFORMING THE DUTIES OF THIS POSITION, THE EMPLOYEE MAY ENTER A SHOP ENVIRONMENT AND WILL BE EXPOSED TO MOVING MECHANICAL PARTS. WHILE THE WORK AREA MAY BE DESCRIBED AS GENERALLY CLEAN, SAFE, AND "NOT LOUD", THERE WILL BE MACHINE OPERATIONS THAT GENERATE MODERATE NOISE AND METAL PARTICLES

WHAT WE OFFER

• COMPETITIVE PAY
• PAID TIME OFF
• MEDICAL / DENTAL / VISION
• 401K
• EMPLOYEE INCENTIVE PROGRAMS
• EMPLOYEE REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAMS

ABOUT RMS

Rotating Machinery Services (RMS Inc.) was established in 1998 with the vision to reinvent the concept of an aftermarket turbomachinery business. The goal was to provide turbomachinery operators with unparalleled service based on established relationships, solid engineering, and technical expertise—all backed by responsiveness in competitive prices and lead times. RMS' commitment to quality penetrates every aspect of the organization and in the guiding force for all decision making. With an equal blend of cutting-edge technology, engineering experience, and the work of skilled crafts people, RMS continuously delivers the best possible results to customers. RMS is a nimble organization with a collaborative culture of individuals who come to work every day with a desire to improve upon their craft and further the rotating machinery industry. RMS Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.