Operator, Sweeny Refinery

Phillips 66 • Sweeny, TX

3d • $30 - $59 • Onsite

About The Position

The Operator, Sweeny Refinery will work independently and with other personnel to maintain and operate equipment and processes. Some of the processes involved use hazardous and volatile materials under high temperature and pressure. Typical working conditions include outside weather and elements, blowing air, heat, noise, vibration and occasionally working from heights and confined spaces. Operators must follow safe work practices including the wearing of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). In addition, Operators perform various duties required to keep their assigned processing unit/area operating safely and at specified production/run rates. The anticipated start date for this class of Operators is February 2027. Relocation assistance is not available for this position. Operators work a 12-hour rotating shift on the DuPont schedule, which includes days, nights, some weekends, and some holidays. This position requires the successful completion of an online assessment. If you meet the required qualifications of the position, a link to complete the assessment will be emailed to you immediately after your completed application is received. Please check your spam folder if you do not see the email. The assessment must be completed within 7 days of your application date OR prior to the job posting expiration date (10/22/2026), whichever is earlier. Your assessment results will be valid for one year.

Requirements

• Legally authorized to work in the job posting country
• Valid driver's license
• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Willing and able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC) in the future if required for unit assignment.
• Willing and able, with or without reasonable accommodation, to perform/comply with the following: Climb up to 250 feet in height
• Lift up to 65 pounds
• Work a 12-hour rotating shift, which includes some weekends and holidays (Employees generally work 48 hours one week, 36 hours the next, rotating between days and nights)
• Work overtime
• Work outside in harsh weather conditions
• Work with petroleum products that are under high pressure and heat
• Work in enclosed spaces, such as tanks and silos
• Work near large, hot, high-speed machines
• Work around chemicals, including acids and bases
• Wear fire retardant clothing and personal protective equipment (such as steel-toe shoes, ear and eye protection, and fall protection)
• Maintain your face daily so that a respirator/face mask can seal properly, if applicable (some examples include being free of facial hair and/or clean shaven)
• Perform firefighting duties
• Learn computer software associated with process operations
• Read technical procedures and materials in English

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree or higher in Process Technology or Engineering
• 3 or more years of work experience in manufacturing, heavy industry (including energy / oil & gas), public safety, and/or military

Responsibilities

• Demonstrating awareness and commitment to safety
• Maintaining equipment and operations
• Taking samples/readings of various process streams
• Operating unit consoles
• Monitoring and observing assigned area for abnormal conditions and emergency situations
• Working with outside contractors and agencies
• Participating in safety reviews
• Initiating work orders and permitting for work related to the assigned unit
• Maintaining proper and safe process operations of the operating equipment
• Serving on the emergency response fire brigade, rescue team, and/or first responder team
• Participating in annual training refreshers
• Upholding company values, understanding and implementing all relevant company policies and procedures to ensure all work meets the required standard

Benefits

• Annual Variable Cash Incentive Program (VCIP) bonus
• 8% 401k company match
• Cash Balance Account pension
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with an annual company contribution to a Health Savings Account for employees on HDHP
• Total well-being programs and incentives, including Employee Assistance Plan, well-being reimbursement, and backup family care services

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED