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Mechanical Assembler

Growing industrial equipment manufacturer in Houston, Texas seeking Mechanical Assemblers for their first team! Competitive pay, growth opportunity, incredible benefits!!

Schedule is 1st Shift - 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM (M-F). Overtime on Saturdays may be required based on production needs, not to exceed 10 hours/day. Pay rate is $26 - $30/hour depending on experience and skills.

We are seeking skilled mechanical assemblers to join our client's expanding team. The Mechanical Assembler is responsible for the assembly, alignment, and verification of heavy industrial equipment components. This role requires attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to meet production schedules while maintaining high-quality standards.

Key Responsibilities
- Assemble components and subassemblies including gearboxes, electric hoisting motors, wire rope, drum assemblies, and central lubrication systems (experience installing stainless steel tubing a plus).
- Bolt up mechanical and structural subassemblies using the correct hardware per pre-engineered drawings.
- Perform complex machine alignments using dial indicators, reverse indication alignment procedures, and shimming techniques. Previous millwright experience is a plus.
- Verify bolt tightness and torque using standard and hydraulic torquing tools.
- Rig and lift machine components using chain and web slings.
- Provide daily progress updates to supervisors and report any issues.
- Safely operate forklifts to move heavy components within the production area (forklift experience preferred).
- Use hand and power tools including drills, impact drivers, and tape measures (both metric and standard).
- Follow all safety procedures and utilize required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

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- High school diploma or trade school preferred; equivalent experience considered.
- Minimum 5 years of industrial mechanical assembly experience.
- Ability to read and interpret pre-engineered drawings.
- Proficiency in overhead crane operation.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs occasionally.
- Must wear steel-toe boots, locking toolbox, and basic hand tools.
- Precision Alignment: Skilled at aligning heavy mechanical assemblies including gearboxes, drive shafts, trolley systems, and other components using dial indicators, laser tools, and shimming techniques.
- Tolerance Testing: Experienced in measuring and verifying mechanical components with calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, and height gauges to meet engineering tolerances.
- Overhead Crane / Heavy Equipment: Hands-on experience assembling and installing heavy industrial equipment or crane systems, including bridge structures, hoists, and drive assemblies while following safety and quality protocols.
 

Trillium has been recruiting and placing professionals for over 30 years. From Fortune 100 companies to small businesses, our philosophy remains the same: to achieve excellence by providing quality employees and an uncompromising level of service. We believe in honesty, integrity, and a simple philosophy of providing value to our customers and our employees. We strive to be unsurpassed in the recruitment and placement of quality and skilled professionals. Trillium is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Trillium offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes the ability to participate in health insurance and retirement plans, paid holidays, state required leave, and other leave, if applicable. Trillium’s offerings are dependent on the state in which the assignment is located, length of time worked, and may change depending on assignment. Benefit packages for direct hire placements vary based on the client company.

 

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