Mechanic II

Job Title: Mechanic II

FLSA Status: Hourly Non-Exempt

Group: Regular – Full Time

Department: Machine Shop

Location: Houston, TX

About Cooper Machinery Services:

Cooper Machinery Services provides natural gas compression equipment and services to customers globally in the Oil & Gas, Power, Transportation, and Marine sectors. With a proud heritage dating back to 1833, Cooper Machinery Services is the OEM for legendary product lines including Cooper-Bessemer™, Ajax™, Superior™, Gemini, TSI, CSI, Enterprise, and Joy. Headquartered in Houston, TX, but with commercial and services hubs around the world, Cooper Machinery Services provides world-class services to more than 22,000 units in its installed base.

Our strength is our people. Each employee plays an integral role in our success and growth. With a commitment to our vision that strong relationships drive strong results and better business, our people make Cooper Machinery Services legendary.

Job Overview:

As a Mechanic II at Cooper Machinery Services, you will play a vital role in the disassembly, positioning, reassembly, testing, and painting of moderate to highly complex equipment. Your expertise in mechanical operations, adherence to safety protocols, and commitment to quality will be instrumental in maintaining a safe and efficient working environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

- Adhere to all Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) policies and regulations.

- Maintain a safe, clean, and organized working environment.

- Utilize a wide range of mechanical tools and equipment to perform tasks related to equipment disassembly, assembly, and testing.

- Conduct Risk Assessments prior to performing operations and material movements.

- Complete all required business training and documentation.

- Ensure facility equipment and tooling are operational, efficient, and safe.

- Identify and report problems or hazardous conditions during equipment operations.

- Demonstrate excellent communication, teamwork, and collaborative skills with team members.

- Troubleshoot and perform minor maintenance on mechanical equipment.

- Complete required documentation accurately.

- Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

- High School Diploma or GED.

- 2 years of experience in mechanical test and assembly/disassembly or heavy equipment repairs and maintenance.

- Ability to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as required.

- Physically capable of performing tasks involving pushing, pulling, lifting, bending, and other physical activities.

- Ability to interpret drawings, prints, and engineering specifications.

- Valid driver’s license.

- 2 years of experience in Operations/service center operation applications preferred.

- Strong knowledge of natural gas engine and compressor equipment preferred.

- Ability to perform troubleshooting and repair of equipment.

- Ability to set up and run test operations following engineering specifications.

- Knowledgeable in safety regulations and good housekeeping requirements.

- Basic math skills and ability to read schematics.

- Familiarity with tools and equipment operation.

Competencies:

- Team player

- Ability to work independently per engineering specifications.

- Mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.

Cooper Machinery Services is an equal opportunity employer and gives all qualified applicants consideration of employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, any other characteristic protected by law.

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