Junior Automated Equipment Operator (Contract)

Build the future, spark innovation, and align your career with purpose.

McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. Together, we’re building a thriving planet.

Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generating nearly 40% of total global energy-related carbon emissions. We’re making a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate, affordability, and equity crises through:

• Renewables and energy services
• Engineering and design
• Construction and facility services

To get where we’re going, we need big thinkers, problem solvers, and collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you?

The Opportunity with McKinstry

We’re hiring an Automated Equipment Operator to support manufacturing operations onsite at McKinstry in Spokane. This is a contract to hire role where you’ll play a key part in operating specialized equipment to fabricate precision pipe components used in production.

If you enjoy working with machinery, troubleshooting, and being part of a hands-on, technical environment, this could be a great fit.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Operate automated fabrication equipment such as T-Drill or CNC machines
• Fabricate precision pipe connections according to engineering specifications
• Read and interpret blueprints and P&IDs
• Program CNC controls, monitor machine cycles, and make adjustments as needed
• Perform equipment setup, changeovers, and basic troubleshooting
• Conduct routine preventive maintenance on equipment
• Ensure quality and accuracy of finished components
• Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area
• Support overall production flow within the facility

What You Bring

• High school diploma or GED
• 2–5 years of experience in pipe fabrication or CNC machine operation
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to operate manufacturing equipment
• Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, production environment
• Strong attention to detail and quality

Nice to Have

• Experience with T-Drill equipment (highly preferred)
• CNC certification or formal training
• OSHA 10 certification
• AWS welding certification (welding not required for this role)
• Familiarity with ASME/ASTM standards

What to Expect

• Fully onsite role in Spokane
• Hands-on, equipment-focused work environment
• Opportunity to work with specialized manufacturing equipment
• Team-oriented setting with a focus on quality, safety, and efficiency
• Active role requiring standing, movement, and operating machinery

This is an hourly contract role, with a pay range of $30.00 - $50.00 per hour depending on experience.

The McKinstry group of companies are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, race, color, creed, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment, and training. This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity.

McKinstry is a drug-free workplace. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, complying with the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act and a Confidentiality Agreement, in addition to successful outcomes of background and reference checks.

Applicants for this role will only be considered if they possess current US Work Authorization, and do not require employer-sponsored VISA support to begin or remain in this role.

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