Machinist – Rotating Equipment (Industrial Repair Shop)

Blackstone Industrial provides innovative, high-quality, and sustainable solutions for critical rotating and static equipment. As one of North America’s leading technical service providers, we excel in field services, parts, repairs, and engineering. Trusted by industries such as heavy oil and refining, petrochemical, power generation, energy transmission, and agriculture, Blackstone is shaping the future of compressor maintenance and operation, striving to set new benchmarks. As we expand our operations globally. 

The Rotating Equipment Machinist is a reliable and safety-conscious individual that performs shop-based tasks involving rotating equipment. The ideal candidate will maintain a clean and organized workspace, adhere to safety protocols, and work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Blackstone is seeking an experienced Machinist to support the repair and rebuild of rotating equipment including pumps, compressors, turbines, gearboxes, and other industrial machinery. This role is responsible for precision machining work performed to strict safety, quality, and tolerance requirements. The machinist plays a critical role in restoring damaged components to OEM or customer specifications.

Responsibilities

Perform precision machining using manual lathes, vertical/horizontal manual mills, and grinding equipment.

Machine shafts, sleeves, wear rings, seal fits, and other rotating components to exact tolerances.

Interpret OEM drawings, engineering prints, DCI reports, and Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs).

Use micrometers, dial indicators, bore gauges, and other precision tools to verify critical dimensions.

Document measurements, machining steps, and repair details on required shop forms.

Collaborate with millwrights to ensure machined components match rebuild requirements.

Operate overhead cranes, slings, rigging, and lifting equipment safely and correctly.

Maintain safe machine operation, clean work areas, and proper tooling practices.

Follow all Blackstone safety procedures and escalate any hazard immediately.

Provide occasional support for teardown, inspection, or assembly when needed for shop throughput..

Education & Experience

3–5+ years machining experience in a rotating equipment, industrial repair, or oil & gas environment.

Proficiency with manual machining; CNC experience preferred.

Ability to consistently hold tight tolerances (.0005"+).

Strong understanding of machining requirements for pumps, compressors, turbines, or similar machinery.

Skilled in precision measuring instruments and documentation.

Experience operating overhead cranes and rigging equipment safely.

Ability to read and interpret drawings, OEM tolerances, and repair specifications. 

Cross-functional capability to support both machining and millwright/mechanical tasks when required.

Ability to assist with DCI work, precision measurement, or assembly during high-demand periods.

Strong understanding of how machining tolerances impact mechanical fits during rebuild.

Experience collaborating closely with millwrights, QA, and foremen in a rotating-equipment repair workflow.

Broader rotating-equipment exposure across pumps, turbines, compressors, gearboxes, or blowers.

Requirements

Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work safely in a high-mix shop environment.

Successful completion of pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.

H2S, Fall Arrest, Confined Space, and CSO safety tickets preferred.