Metals Craft Lead
About The Position
Chevron is accepting online applications for the position Metals Craft Lead located in Richmond, CA through July 27th, 2026 at 11.59 PM (PT). The Metals Craft Lead is responsible for assessing and improving craft competency, reliability, and effectiveness of routine maintenance activities within refinery operations. This role drives the development and execution of craft training, capability building, and workforce planning to ensure alignment with business needs. The position manages craft programs and workforce development initiatives, supporting continuous improvement in safety, technical skills, and operational performance. The role also partners with Maintenance Leadership, Learning & Development, and other stakeholders to enhance training strategies and workforce readiness.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Significant experience in a metals craft discipline.
- Five or more years of experience as a boilermaker, pipefitter, or welder in an industrial facility.
- Strong knowledge of industrial maintenance processes and practices.
- Valid driver's license.
Nice To Haves
- Experience developing and delivering adult learning and craft training programs.
- Experience leading workforce development, mentoring, or craft competency initiatives.
- Strong facilitation, coaching, and communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Perform craft competency assessments, needs analysis, and field audits to identify skill gaps and improvement opportunities
- Develop and implement craft competency gap closure plans and a multi-year craft strategy
- Oversee development, delivery, and continuous improvement of craft training programs
- Direct and coordinate activities of Routine Maintenance trainees and support workforce development plans
- Coach and mentor mechanics on leadership behaviors, technical skills, and career progression
- Advise Maintenance Leadership on workforce planning, including mechanic moves based on competency levels and business needs
- Collaborate with Learning & Development to design and update training curriculum using adult learning principles and new technologies
- Ensure training programs support business unit requirements, including new hire onboarding, safe work practices, and craft-specific skills
Benefits
- variable pay
- health care coverage
- retirement plan
- protection coverage
- time off and leave programs
- training and development opportunities
- a range of allowances connected to specific work situations
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
