Machine Builder Jobs in Texas
Machine Builder jobs in Texas are in strong demand, concentrated in industrial manufacturing, oil and gas equipment production, and aerospace assembly, with openings at every level from entry-level assembler to senior mechanical technician. Houston, San Antonio, and the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex are the busiest hiring markets, anchored by employers such as Caterpillar, Cameron (a Schlumberger company), and Lockheed Martin. The most consistently sought specialties are CNC machine assembly, automated systems integration, and hydraulic and pneumatic equipment fabrication. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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SUMMARY: Operates specialized machines such as door router, stair router, welder, plate cutter, table saws, planer jointer and component cutter to perform such operations as routing, boring, rip sawing, cross cutting, beveling, grooving, and mitering of lumber or wood stock.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Selects and sets proper machine control settings/part(s) wherever appropriate, such as placing correct disk on saw, setting guides, etc., according to type of work order and specification of cut.
- Selects material to be machined (i.e., beams, headers, studs, fire blocking, plates, blocks, doors, lumber).
- Starts machine, places wood stock on table against proper guides, and pushes stock against saw or machine for cutting.
- Measures cut stock with ruler, caliper rule, or square to verify dimensions against specifications, or sets proper dimensions on automated machine settings.
- Starts machine and cuts, routes, bores, etc. the wood stock material or product (doors) according to the written or computer specifications on lengths or angles or dimensions.
- Writes correct label (numbers and/or letters) on cut stock/prepared product.
- Removes cut stock from machine and places on job carts. Deliver carts to proper location or team member for shipment or further work.
- Maintains production count by marking completed work on correct work order and delivering paperwork to team leader or manager.
- Prepare cut inventory for future use.
- Clean equipment, floors and work areas according to safety procedures.
EQUIPMENT, MACHINES OR VEHICLES USED IN THIS POSITION
Air nail gun
Stair Router Machine
Drills
Planer Jointer
Saws: Miter, table, panel, double trim, hand, whirlwind, band
Forklift
Door Routing Machine
Shaper Tools: hammer, nails, handsaw, square level, screwdriver, wrench, wood chisel, tape measure, router, speed square, belt sander
Flatbed, dump or tractor trailer
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or general education degree (GED), plus 1-year prior experience and/or training in related millwork, construction or lumber industries; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 6 months prior experience working on machines and good mechanical aptitude is required. Understanding of products and components used for mill production is essential. Must have attention to quality, quantity and safety.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: CDL A or B may be required. Forklift Certification may be required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to lift up 100 pounds of weight. The employee is occasionally required to stand.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Environment may be very loud (examples: jack hammer work, etc.).
At BFS, we want you and your career to be greater than what you ever could have expected. Our supportive, people-first culture will build you up and empower you to do more, be more, and become better every day. Join us and see what’s possible when you can rise to new challenges, learn new skills, and add to your career tool belt every day.
At Builders FirstSource, we offer competitive, affordable benefits designed to make life better for you and the people you love. Our goal is simple — provide great plans that help you and your family to live happier, healthier and more secure lives. To view all our benefit offerings click here www.bldrbenefits.com.
Builders FirstSource is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.
In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Builders FirstSource, please call (214) 765-3990 or email: ADA.Accommodation@bldr.com. Please do not send resumes to this email address - it is intended only to be used to request an accommodation in submitting an application for a job opening.
Please note that due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual inquiries about the status of your application.
SUMMARY: Operates specialized machines such as door router, stair router, welder, plate cutter, table saws, planer jointer and component cutter to perform such operations as routing, boring, rip sawing, cross cutting, beveling, grooving, and mitering of lumber or wood stock.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Selects and sets proper machine control settings/part(s) wherever appropriate, such as placing correct disk on saw, setting guides, etc., according to type of work order and specification of cut.
- Selects material to be machined (i.e., beams, headers, studs, fire blocking, plates, blocks, doors, lumber).
- Starts machine, places wood stock on table against proper guides, and pushes stock against saw or machine for cutting.
- Measures cut stock with ruler, caliper rule, or square to verify dimensions against specifications, or sets proper dimensions on automated machine settings.
- Starts machine and cuts, routes, bores, etc. the wood stock material or product (doors) according to the written or computer specifications on lengths or angles or dimensions.
- Writes correct label (numbers and/or letters) on cut stock/prepared product.
- Removes cut stock from machine and places on job carts. Deliver carts to proper location or team member for shipment or further work.
- Maintains production count by marking completed work on correct work order and delivering paperwork to team leader or manager.
- Prepare cut inventory for future use.
- Clean equipment, floors and work areas according to safety procedures.
EQUIPMENT, MACHINES OR VEHICLES USED IN THIS POSITION
Air nail gun
Stair Router Machine
Drills
Planer Jointer
Saws: Miter, table, panel, double trim, hand, whirlwind, band
Forklift
Door Routing Machine
Shaper Tools: hammer, nails, handsaw, square level, screwdriver, wrench, wood chisel, tape measure, router, speed square, belt sander
Flatbed, dump or tractor trailer
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or general education degree (GED), plus 1-year prior experience and/or training in related millwork, construction or lumber industries; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 6 months prior experience working on machines and good mechanical aptitude is required. Understanding of products and components used for mill production is essential. Must have attention to quality, quantity and safety.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: CDL A or B may be required. Forklift Certification may be required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to lift up 100 pounds of weight. The employee is occasionally required to stand.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Environment may be very loud (examples: jack hammer work, etc.).
At BFS, we want you and your career to be greater than what you ever could have expected. Our supportive, people-first culture will build you up and empower you to do more, be more, and become better every day. Join us and see what’s possible when you can rise to new challenges, learn new skills, and add to your career tool belt every day.
At Builders FirstSource, we offer competitive, affordable benefits designed to make life better for you and the people you love. Our goal is simple — provide great plans that help you and your family to live happier, healthier and more secure lives. To view all our benefit offerings click here www.bldrbenefits.com.
Builders FirstSource is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.
In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Builders FirstSource, please call (214) 765-3990 or email: ADA.Accommodation@bldr.com. Please do not send resumes to this email address - it is intended only to be used to request an accommodation in submitting an application for a job opening.
Please note that due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual inquiries about the status of your application.
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What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in machine builder jobs across Texas.
- High school diploma or GED with vocational or technical training in machine assembly
- Proven ability to read and interpret mechanical blueprints and engineering schematics
- Experience operating hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments
- Familiarity with CNC equipment setup, calibration, and basic troubleshooting procedures
- Knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, or electrical systems common in industrial machinery
- Ability to meet physical requirements including lifting, standing, and working in production environments
Machine Builder Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a machine builder in Texas?
Most machine builders in Texas enter the field through a vocational or technical program at a community college such as Houston Community College or Austin Community College, earning a certificate in industrial maintenance, mechatronics, or machine tool technology. Texas does not require a state license specifically for machine builders, but employers strongly prefer candidates who hold a NIMS credential or a relevant OSHA safety certification. Completing an apprenticeship through a Texas manufacturing employer is another well-established path.
Which companies hire machine builders in Texas?
Employers hiring machine builders in Texas right now include Builders FirstSource, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's concentration of oil and gas equipment manufacturers, aerospace contractors, and heavy industrial firms means ongoing demand from large, established production facilities across the state.
Which Texas cities have the most machine builder jobs?
Arlington, Dallas, and Duncanville account for the most machine builder openings in Texas. Houston leads because of its dense cluster of oil and gas equipment manufacturers and petrochemical plant contractors, while San Antonio and Dallas-Fort Worth draw consistent demand from aerospace and defense suppliers, food processing equipment makers, and automotive parts producers headquartered in those corridors.
Are there remote machine builder jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. Machine building is a hands-on trade that requires physical assembly, calibration, and testing on the shop floor, so most roles are fully on-site. About 0% of machine builder openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, and those positions are almost exclusively in technical sales support, remote diagnostics, or equipment design roles where the hands-on component is minimal.
How can I get hired as a machine builder in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an assembly technician or production associate role at a Texas manufacturing facility, where hands-on training happens on the job. Large employers such as Caterpillar's San Antonio operations and Lockheed Martin's Fort Worth campus run structured onboarding programs for candidates without direct machine building experience. Completing a mechatronics or industrial maintenance certificate at a Texas community college and earning a NIMS Level 1 credential gives candidates a clear edge over applicants with no formal training.
Where can I find and apply to machine builder jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to machine builder jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings from employers actively hiring right now. Search the listings, find roles that match your skills and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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