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Shop Helper

Houston, TX ยท On-site

$12.75 - $16/hr

Rotating Machinery Services (RMS Inc.) was established in 1998 with the vision to reinvent the concept of an aftermarket turbomachinery business. The goal was to provide turbomachinery operators with ...

... our Rotating Equipment repair facility. This role is responsible for overseeing the Mechanic, Machinist, Weld and Balance Tech Leads, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality execution of all ...

... our Rotating Equipment repair facility. This role is responsible for overseeing the Mechanic, Machinist, Weld and Balance Tech Leads, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality execution of all ...

2nd Shift Machinist

Houston, TX ยท On-site

$18.50 - $25.25/hr

JOB SUMMARY Rotating Machinery Services, Inc (RMS Inc.) is seeking a qualified Manual Machinist to work 2nd shift (3pm to 11pm) and perform a variety of machining practices involved in turning ...

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How much do rotating machinery services jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for rotating machinery services in the United States is $28.53, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.56 and $31.97 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Rotating Machinery Services vs Pump Technicians?

AspectRotating Machinery ServicesPump Technicians
CertificationsVibration analysis, rotating equipment certificationsPump-specific certifications, mechanical skills
Work EnvironmentIndustrial plants, power stations, manufacturing facilitiesRefineries, water treatment plants, industrial sites
Industry UsageServicing turbines, compressors, generatorsMaintaining and repairing pumps and fluid handling equipment

Rotating Machinery Services encompass a broad range of equipment like turbines and compressors, requiring specialized skills. Pump Technicians focus specifically on pumps and fluid systems. While both roles involve mechanical and electrical skills, Rotating Machinery Services professionals handle a wider variety of equipment, often with more complex diagnostics. Understanding these differences helps employers and job seekers target the right skills and certifications for each role.

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Infographic showing various Rotating Machinery Services job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $59,344 per year, or $28.5 per hour.

Shop Helper

Rotating Machinery Svcs Inc

Houston, TX โ€ข On-site

$12.75 - $16/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago


Job description

THE ROLE:

We are looking for a Shop Helper to join our team.

The Shop Helper is responsible for supporting daily shop operations by performing a variety of general tasks. Responsibilities include assisting with basic mechanical work, cleaning and organizing the shop, preparing parts through blasting and solvent cleaning, and helping with painting and handling of components. This role helps ensure the shop runs efficiently and maintains quality and safety standards.

PRIMARY ROLE RESPONSBILITIES:

  • Maintain a safe working environment and a commitment to safety excellence.
  • Responsible for understanding and complying with the safety policy, procedures, and instructions
  • Maintaining a clean and organized work area.
  • General mechanical helper participating in disassembly of rotating equipment.
  • Steam clean and solvent clean parts
  • Prep and paint parts with approved coatings (with proper training)
  • General shop cleanup
  • Prep shop equipment (balance machines, lathes, mills, etc.) for painting per RMS specifications
  • Fabrication and structural welding of fixturing and skids for shop use. Blast and paint fixturing and skids per RMS specifications.
  • Tack welding of balance weights for balance technician
  • Light mechanic work with supervision
  • Assist machinist with set ups or moving parts to and from machines.
  • Assist personnel with logistic issues.
  • Prepare and box parts for shipment.
  • Operate fork truck (Training will be provided)
  • Perform other duties as required

The above list of activities is not all-inclusive but a general representation of the requirements of the RMS Shop Helper. This above list is subject to change based on the needs of the company.

EXPERIENCE:

  • At least two years of experience working in an industrial or machine shop setting preferred.
  • Minimum of two years of experience with component assembly and dynamic balancing preferred

KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:

  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

  • The position may be based in RMSโ€™s Mepco facility.
  • This is a full-time position, with a minimum expectation of 40 hours per week. Additional hours, including evenings or weekends, may be required based on project needs.
  • This position can be required to participate in the company random or customer specific drug and alcohol screening and background check.
  • Must possess a valid driverโ€™s license
  • Ability to pass pre-employment drug, alcohol test, and background check.
  • Ability to act professionally under stressful situations.
  • Able to understand, read, write and speak English.
  • Ability and willingness to lift objects weighing up to 50 lbs. (with assistance), walk, climb, reach, kneel, crawl, and balance.
  • Must be able to use hands for assembling and tool usage
  • While performing the duties of this position the employee will be required to stand, sit, bend, and walk for significant portions of the shift
  • Must not have allergies or issues related to handling metals, including aluminum, copper, bronze, and steel.
  • Authorized to work in the United States
  • RMS Inc. may have government contracts that impose specific requirements on employees working on those projects. If an employee does not meet these requirements, they may be reassigned to a different location or be ineligible to work on certain assignments.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

While performing the duties of this position, the employee will be regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. While the work area may be described as generally clean, safe, and "not loud", there will be machining operations that generate moderate noise and metal particles.

WHAT WE OFFER

  • Competitive Pay
  • Paid Time Off
  • Medical / Dental / Vision
  • 401k
  • Employee Incentive Programs
  • Employee Reimbursement Programs

Come Join Rotating Machinery Services Inc. and watch your Career go TURBO! Visit www.rotatingmachinery.com to learn more about who we are and what we do.

Rotating Machinery Services (RMS Inc.) was established in 1998 with the vision to reinvent the concept of an aftermarket turbomachinery business. The goal was to provide turbomachinery operators with unparalleled service based on established relationships, solid engineering, and technical expertiseโ€”all backed by responsiveness in competitive prices and lead times. RMSโ€™ commitment to quality penetrates every aspect of the organization and in the guiding force for all decision making. With an equal blend of cutting-edge technology, engineering experience, and the work of skilled crafts people, RMS continuously delivers the best possible results to customers. RMS is a nimble organization with a collaborative culture of individuals who come to work every day with a desire to improve upon their craft and further the rotating machinery industry.

RMS Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.