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Machinist

Ohmstede, Ltd.
La Porte, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 1/16/2026 CLOSED ON 1/26/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Machinist position at Ohmstede, Ltd.?

About Us

We are one of the nation's leading providers of industrial solutions, serving as the single-source for our client's custom shell and tube heat transfer equipment. Our fully integrated shop services include state-of-the-art technologies, engineering, design, manufacturing, fabrication, maintenance, and repair.

Job Summary

Ohmstede Ltd. an EMCOR Company is the largest manufacturer of shell and tube heat exchangers in the United States. We offer our clients fully integrated turnaround, specialty maintenance, and heat exchanger fabrication via our state-of-the-art repair and fabrication facilities. Through the years, we've earned our customers' trust and a reputation for expert quality service, accountability, and for being a single point of responsibility on all the projects we manage ---- regardless of project size or tight deadlines.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

  • Sets up raw material onto the chuck/machine.
  • Adjusts tools.
  • a) Runs Horizontal Boring Mill; b) Runs Vertical Boring Mill; c) Operates drill presses; d) Operates Bridgeport milling machine; e) Operates Lathes
  • Checks lubricating fluids periodically.
  • Performs preventative maintenance on the mill.
  • Inspects finished product.
  • Corrects defects as required.
  • Drills bolt holes as needed.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Performs assigned tasks in a safe manner, avoiding all unsafe practices.
  • Performs internal quality control of machining procedures.
  • Sets up and performs jobs based on shop practices and procedures.
  • Removes shavings as needed.
  • Other duties as assigned.Â

Qualifications

Knowledge- H.S. diploma or equivalent; or equivalent experience; knowledge of machining practices.

Skills- Read and write English language; must comprehend and use geometry & algebra; able to read and interpret drawings, accurately read and interpret measuring devises. Experience in fab shop.

Required Tools- Set of telescoping gauges up to 1-1/4", 10 or 12 foot tape, 12" adjustable wrench, 6" or 12" scale, center punches, 10, 12, or 14 oz. ball pein hammer, set of hex key wrenches, indicator, basic layout (dividers, trammel points, scribe), adequate tool box.

Working Conditions- Heat, noisy, dusty, cold, chemical exposures, pinching hazards, stand for long periods of time, some bending, stooping, push/pull, twist, squat, lift & climb, requires 50 lb. lifting ability, and exposed to normal shop hazards.

As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Notice to prospective employees: There have been fraudulent postings and emails regarding job openings. EMCOR Group and its companies list open positions here. Please check our available positions to confirm that a post or email is genuine.

EMCOR Group and its companies do not reach out to individuals to help with marketing or other similar services. If an individual is contacted for services outside of EMCOR's normal application process – it is probably fraudulent

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Equal Opportunity Employer

As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Notice to Prospective Employees:

Notice to prospective employees: There have been fraudulent postings and emails regarding job openings. EMCOR Group and its companies list open positions here. Please check our available positions to confirm that a post or email is genuine. EMCOR Group and its companies do not reach out to individuals to help with marketing or other similar services. If an individual is contacted for services outside of EMCOR's normal application process – it is probably fraudulent.

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