Operator Trainee
About The Position
Operates and monitors company plants and facilities, typically Upstream facilities after primary separation and processing (such as gas and co-gen plants) and Downstream & Chemical refineries and plants. Monitors process variables, troubleshoots, and performs interventions to maintain operating performance. Performs routine assignments under general supervision. Gaining knowledge of work procedures and practices. Manufacturing Operations is accepting applications for the position of Operator Trainee located in El Segundo, California, through April 16th, 2026, 11:59 p.m. (Pacific Time). Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to: Serves as an Operator Trainee at the El Segundo Refinery Operates on shift, assigned processing, treating, and/or stock handling equipment either manually or with instrumentation Operates furnaces, pumps, compressors that process raw materials, feedstocks and product transfers Performs other assigned duties such as maintenance, repairs, housekeeping and emergency response requirements This position requires driving on a routine basis
Requirements
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Minimum of two years of any type of work experience. Military experience is counted as work experience.
- Valid Driver's License
- Must be able to work a rotating 12-hour shift, overtime as required and on-call
- This is a Safety Sensitive Position. Candidates must demonstrate personal commitment to Incident and Injury Free Operations with a proven track record in Safety and Reliability.
- Must pass online pre-employment testing process
Nice To Haves
- Associate's/Technical Degree from a Process Technology Program
- Previous Operating or Refinery Experience
- Demonstrates knowledge of the assigned processing unit and has the ability to relate it to others
- Displays a comprehensive understanding of refinery policies and procedures
- Demonstrates ability to be a problem solver
- Able to grasp complex issues and apply good problem solving skills to develop recommendations/solutions
- Able to remove roadblocks and consider alternative approaches to arrive at workable solutions
- Looks for opportunities to increase efficiency and reduce costs
- Able to build rapport and establish positive working relationships both internally and externally to Chevron
- Responds and follows up on requests quickly and efficiently
- Uses feedback to monitor and address customer concerns
- Ability to work closely within a group and with other departments to set priorities, coordinate and follow up on business objectives
- Ability to effectively utilize computer tools
- Must be able to work independently, take initiative and act on opportunities
- Ability to plan and organize own work
- Ability to multi-task with changing priorities and assignments
Responsibilities
- Serves as an Operator Trainee at the El Segundo Refinery
- Operates on shift, assigned processing, treating, and/or stock handling equipment either manually or with instrumentation
- Operates furnaces, pumps, compressors that process raw materials, feedstocks and product transfers
- Performs other assigned duties such as maintenance, repairs, housekeeping and emergency response requirements
Benefits
- Chevron offers competitive compensation and benefits programs which includes, but is not limited to, variable pay, health care coverage, retirement plan, protection coverage, time off and leave programs, training and development opportunities and a range of allowances connected to specific work situations.
- Details are available at http://hr2.chevron.com/
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
