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System One Traveling Field Service Machinist in Detroit, Michigan
Traveling Field Service Machinist
Location: Nationwide Travel Required
Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire
System One is seeking an experienced Traveling Field Service Machinist to join our team. This advanced-level position focuses on repairing steam and gas turbine components and requires extensive travel. You’ll work on-site, troubleshooting and repairing field machines while collaborating with engineering teams to develop specialized tooling designs.
Key Details:
Compensation: Salaried (40 hours paid when not traveling) + Incentive Pay Bonus based on performance/workload.
$28 an/hour - $40 an/hour depending on experience/level.
Travel Requirements: 50-100% (typically 2-4 weeks per month; peak seasons in spring and fall)
Expenses: All travel expenses covered
Required Credentials: Valid driver's license and passport
Ideal Experience: Gas turbine generator repair, strong mechanical/machining skills
Responsibilities:
Perform repairs on field machines such as lathes, milling machines, boring machines, and grinding equipment.
Interpret blueprints, planning sheets, and technical data to determine tooling requirements and machining methods.
Operate machines, adjust controls, and ensure all parts meet precision standards.
Conduct dimensional inspections to verify quality and accuracy.
Train and mentor other machinists while collaborating with engineering teams.
Maintain machines, perform preventive maintenance, and ensure safety compliance.
Travel extensively and obtain/maintain access qualifications for nuclear plant environments.
Qualifications:
Education & Experience: High school diploma or equivalent + 8+ years of relevant experience
Technical Skills: Strong machining, mechanical repair, and problem-solving skills
Computer Proficiency: Experience with email, word processing, spreadsheets, and technical drawings
Physical Requirements: Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs; adherence to PPE and safety protocols
Why Join Us?
Competitive salary with incentive-based bonuses
Fully covered travel expenses
Opportunities for career growth and leadership in the field
Work with a highly skilled and collaborative team
Ref: #195-Eng Zachry (Precision)
System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, TPGS, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering workforce solutions and integrated services across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible full-time employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.
System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.