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Machinist

Schlumberger
Ville Platte, LA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/23/2026

At SLB, we recognize that our innovation, creativity, and success stem from our differences. We actively recruit people with a diverse range of backgrounds and cultivate a culture of inclusion that unlocks the benefits of our diversity. We want to ensure that everyone feels a sense of belonging here and we encourage, enable, and empower our people to foster inclusivity, build trust, and demonstrate respect for across the organization.

Global in outlook, local in practice – and with a united, shared passion for discovering solutions, we hire talented, driven people and support them to succeed, personally and professionally.

Come join one of the world’s most diverse and inclusive groups of industry experts. Together, we create amazing technology that unlocks access to energy for the benefit of all.

The Second Shift Machinist ocated in Ville Platte, LA, must be capable of operating one type of machine to perform highly routine/repetitive work with minimal supervision. Detailed instruction and guidance are provided as needed. Continues growth in knowledge and skills and acquiring work experience. Typically requires 2-5 years’ experience.

Job Description:

  • Participate in pre-job and Toolbox meetings with crew members.
  • Plan and execute maintenance activities for a designated location (outside of Technology Lifecycle Management activities).
  • Maintain equipment according to procedures, reporting problems or deviations.
  • Operate equipment according to procedures, competency levels and job requirement.
  • Identify opportunities to improve the service delivery process.
  • Participate in failure investigations when relevant.
  • Use the guiding principles and tools of the Manufacturing System to drive continuous improvement

At SLB, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at/near the top of the range. The anticipated hourly rate for this position is $22-$34 per hour.


Qualifications and Experience

  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Requires 2 years’ experience in a related field or in a role that involves the use of hand and/or machine tools.
  • Candidates must be able to legally work and reside in the US, without sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Preference of one-year certificate from technical school/college.
  • Mechanical background is also preferred

Benefits

International Opportunities

Global adventure, broad exposure, and limitless learning await you. You'll be part of the most multi-cultural and diverse team of experts in any industry, anywhere.

Insurance

Health, vision, and dental insurance for you and your dependents available from day one.

Learning Opportunities

Global adventure, broad exposure, and limitless learning await you. You'll be part of the most multi-cultural and diverse team of experts in any industry, anywhere.

Diverse and Inclusive

Our exceptional and diverse people are the pulse and spirit of who we are. Every day, you will enrich your knowledge in an environment where differences in thought, creativity and experiences are embraced.

About Us

We are a global technology company, driving energy innovation for a balanced planet. Together, we create amazing technology that unlocks access to energy for the benefit of all.

Global in outlook, local in practice – and with a united, shared passion for discovering solutions, we hire talented, driven people and support them to succeed, personally and professionally.


SLB is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law.

We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation / modification to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability to assist in the hiring process, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in the interview process, please contact accommodationhotline@slb.com to request assistance. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to.

SLB is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor- priority referral Protected Veterans requested.

Salary : $22 - $34

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