Job ID: LL1622964612
Location: Houston, TX
Category: Industrial & Manufacturing
Employment Type: Contract
Date Added: 06/12/2026
CNC Machinist | $30-$35 per Hour | 1st Shift | NW Houston | Temp-to-Hire
What Matters Most
• Competitive pay of $30-$35 per hour, based on experience
• Schedule: Monday through Friday | 1st Shift
• Location: NW Houston, TX
• Temp-to-hire opportunity with career growth and stability
• Weekly pay with direct deposit or pay card
• When you work through The Reserves Network, you are eligible to enroll in dental, vision, and medical insurance, as well as 401(k), direct deposit, and our referral bonus program
• Schedule: Monday through Friday | 1st Shift
• Location: NW Houston, TX
• Temp-to-hire opportunity with career growth and stability
• Weekly pay with direct deposit or pay card
• When you work through The Reserves Network, you are eligible to enroll in dental, vision, and medical insurance, as well as 401(k), direct deposit, and our referral bonus program
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced CNC Machinist for a growing oilfield services company in NW Houston. In this role, you will be responsible for setting up and operating CNC mills and lathes to manufacture precision metallic and non-metallic components used in inflatable packers, downhole tools, and related products. The ideal candidate will have strong setup experience, the ability to read blueprints and G-code, and experience machining oilfield-related connections. This is a temp-to-hire opportunity offering long-term career growth with an established industry leader.
Responsibilities:
• Review blueprints, drawings, specifications, and sample parts to determine machining requirements and tolerances
• Set up and operate CNC mills, lathes, and related equipment to manufacture precision components
• Measure, mark, and inspect materials to ensure accuracy and quality standards are met
• Select, align, and secure tooling, fixtures, attachments, and materials for production runs
• Read and interpret G-code and run canned cycles to support efficient machining operations
• Set up and operate CNC mills, lathes, and related equipment to manufacture precision components
• Measure, mark, and inspect materials to ensure accuracy and quality standards are met
• Select, align, and secure tooling, fixtures, attachments, and materials for production runs
• Read and interpret G-code and run canned cycles to support efficient machining operations
Qualifications and Requirements:
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Experience setting up and operating CNC mills and/or lathes
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and G-code
• Experience with API connections, including Rotary Shoulder Connections, Buttress, Stub Acme, Acme, 8-Round, and 10-Round tapered connections
• Proficient in running canned cycles and maintaining machining tolerances
• Experience setting up and operating CNC mills and/or lathes
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and G-code
• Experience with API connections, including Rotary Shoulder Connections, Buttress, Stub Acme, Acme, 8-Round, and 10-Round tapered connections
• Proficient in running canned cycles and maintaining machining tolerances
Benefits and Perks:
• $30-$35 per hour based on experience
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid holidays and eligible company benefits upon hire
• 401(k) with company match and life insurance options
• Ongoing training and opportunities for career advancement
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid holidays and eligible company benefits upon hire
• 401(k) with company match and life insurance options
• Ongoing training and opportunities for career advancement
Your New Organization:
Our client is a privately owned oilfield services company with more than 20 years of industry experience and over 300 employees. They specialize in inflatable packers, swellable packers, and related downhole products and services for the oil and gas industry. The company is known for its commitment to quality, innovation, and employee development.
Your Career Partner:
The Reserves Network, a veteran-founded and family-owned company, specializes in connecting exceptional talent with rewarding opportunities. With extensive industry experience, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your professional goals and shine in your field.
The Reserves Network values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply. As an equal-opportunity employer, we foster an environment of respect, integrity, and trust in every aspect of employment.
The base pay range for this position is $30.00-$35.00 per hour, excluding benefits, bonuses, or other compensation. Your final compensation will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, location, and internal pay equity. Please note, hiring at the top of the range is uncommon to allow room for future growth.
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