Trainee Machinist

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Date: Jan 8, 2026

Location: San Antonio, TX, US, 78205

Company: CPS Energy

We are engineers, high line workers, power plant managers, accountants, electricians, project coordinators, risk analysts, customer service operators, community representatives, safety and security specialists, communicators, human resources partners, information technology technicians and much, much more. We are 3,500 people committed to enhancing the lives of the communities we serve.  Together, we are powering the growth and success of our community progress every day!

 

Deadline to Apply: January 14, 2026

 

Power Generation                                              Location: San Antonio, Tx

 

 

Pay Grade

Wage Scale 

Position Summary

The Fossil Generation Trainee is an entry-level position within a line of progression leading into Machinist Journeyman in the Machinist section of the Fossil Generation Department

Tasks and Responsibilities

  • Assist Journeyman with maintenance repair of all power plant equipment and system components
  • Assist the Journeymen with the fabrication of parts and system components
  • Operate various company equipment
  • Required to successfully complete a Five Year Training Program

Minimum Skills

Minimum Knowledge and Abilities

Ability to use hand tools
Ability to lift/move/transport heavy objects and equipment weighing up to one hundred ( 100lbs.)
Ability to perform and demonstrate basic mathematics
Ability to use machinist precision measuring instruments while taking measurements within certain tolerances
Ability to read, write, and understand verbal and written instructions
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Possess a valid driver’s license with a history of a safe driving record in accordance with CPSE policies, procedures, safety standards, and applicable laws and regulations
Ability to work safely at heights, in confined spaces, around electrical facilities, in extreme temperature ranges, and in adverse temperature conditions
Ability to work at various locations, perform shift work, call duty, and overtime as required
Previous industrial mechanical maintenance experience, and machine shop work experience in manually operated metal cutting machines such as (lathes, milling machines, drill presses, surface grinders, etc.)
Ability to retain mechanical knowledge, and maintenance procedures on various types of equipment
Must pass Mechanical, Reading and Math Aptitude test to be considered for an interview.

Preferred Qualifications

General knowledge of power plant operations, mechanical systems, and maintenance

Competencies

Using Math
Working Safely
Delivering High Quality Work
Learning Quickly
Communicates Effectively
Serving Customers

Minimum Education

High School Diploma or GED

Required Certifications

Working Environment

Work is performed outdoors with possible exposure to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is exposed to a variety of extreme weather conditions at job sites. The noise level in the work environment can be loud.

Physical Demands

Skilled Worker

CPS Energy does not discriminate against applicants or employees. CPS Energy is committed to providing equal opportunity in all of its employment practices, including selection, hiring, promotion, transfers and compensation, to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, pregnancy, age, disability, genetic information or any other protected status. CPS Energy will comply with all laws and regulations.


Nearest Major Market: San Antonio
Job Segment: Power Plant Operator, Power Plant, Electrical, Energy, Engineering

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