CNC Machinist
BH-321138
Posted: 18/12/2025
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- United States Texas Pasadena
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Oil & Gas
Job Title: CNC Machinist
Location: Houston, TX
Work Schedule: 8 hours/day, 40 hours/week
Contract Duration: 12 months
Pay Rate: $22–$24/hour
Start Date: ASAP
Job Summary
The CNC Machinist will perform precision machining operations on rotors, gas components, and related parts using CNC and manual machines. This role requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and adherence to safety standards in a workshop environment.
Key Responsibilities
Required Qualifications
Soft Skills
Working Conditions
With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
Location: Houston, TX
Work Schedule: 8 hours/day, 40 hours/week
Contract Duration: 12 months
Pay Rate: $22–$24/hour
Start Date: ASAP
Job Summary
The CNC Machinist will perform precision machining operations on rotors, gas components, and related parts using CNC and manual machines. This role requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and adherence to safety standards in a workshop environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Promote a strong safety culture and follow all safety protocols.
- Program and operate CNC lathes, vertical turning lathes (VTLs), and milling machines.
- Read and interpret OEM drawings, work instructions, and digital routers.
- Apply GD&T principles and basic algebra/geometry for precision machining.
- Set machine controls for speed, feed, coolant flow, and cutting angles.
- Monitor operations, troubleshoot malfunctions, and maintain quality standards.
- Select and secure fixtures, cutting tools, and materials for machining tasks.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- 10+ years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Advanced skills in CNC and manual machining (mills, lathes, VTLs).
- Ability to interpret technical drawings and apply GD&T.
- Experience in gas turbine repair and rotor/component machining is a plus.
Soft Skills
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Good verbal and written communication.
- Proactive and resourceful.
Working Conditions
- Onshore, office and workshop environment.
- No remote work option.
- Physical stamina for long standing hours.
With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.