Process Operations Technician (Baton Rouge, LA)

ExxonMobil • Baton Rouge, LA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

ExxonMobil is seeking candidates to enter the Apprenticeship Program for Process Operations Technician to work at the Baton Rouge Complex. Process Technicians will operate and monitor process equipment in a safe, reliable, and environmentally sound manner. This role involves strict adherence to procedures, use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and company policy, with a strong emphasis on ownership of personal safety and the safety of co-workers. The position requires working a rotating shift schedule in a team environment, obtaining unit qualification within specified times, and maintaining post-training requirements. Responsibilities include conducting operator surveillance rounds, recording data, and collecting product samples. Technicians will operate and maintain unit equipment, including opening/closing valves and preparing equipment for maintenance. Process equipment includes pumps, compressors, furnaces, towers, reactors, exchangers, filters, and associated piping. The role also involves performing primary emergency response duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Successful completion of the ExxonMobil pre-employment test.
• Submit to and satisfactorily complete pre-employment background, medical, and drug screening.
• Must possess a valid Driver's license.
• Able and willing to work shift work that includes nights, weekends, holidays, and occasional overtime (may be forced to meet business needs).
• Able and willing to work in inclement weather, climb structures, perform work at heights and in enclosed spaces.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated relevant work experience.
• Demonstrated ability to work as a contributing team member.
• Ability to work independent of direct supervision.
• Desire and ability to be a leader in personnel safety and teamwork dynamics.
• Continued education.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor process equipment in a safe, reliable, and environmentally sound manner.
• Perform duties with strict adherence to procedures, use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and company policy.
• Take ownership of personal safety and the safety of co-workers.
• Work a rotating shift schedule in a team environment.
• Obtain unit qualification within specified time and maintain all post-training requirements.
• Conduct operator surveillance rounds, record data, and catch unit product samples for field or laboratory analysis.
• Operate and maintain unit equipment, open/close valves of various sizes, and prepare process equipment for maintenance.
• Perform primary emergency response duties assigned per post requirements.
• Attend the Basic Operator Training (BOT, classroom and field training).
• Train and qualify on initial and subsequent post assignments in a timely manner.
• Meet continued education milestones (computer based training) throughout the 54-month apprenticeship.
• Participate in pay progressions through the Apprenticeship Program based on successfully meeting program requirements.
• Draw GI Bill benefits while in the apprenticeship (for Veterans).

Benefits

• Pension Plan: Enrollment is automatic and at no cost to you. The basic benefit is a monthly annuity to be paid to you in retirement for the rest of your life.
• Savings Plan: You can contribute between 6% and 20% of your pay and are encouraged to enroll right away. If you contribute at least 6% to your savings plan, the Company will contribute a 7% match.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Culture of Health: Programs and resources to support your wellbeing.
• Employee Health Advisory Program: Provides confidential professional counseling for you and your family, including tools and resources promoting mental health and resiliency at no additional cost to you.
• Disability Plan: Income replacement for when you cannot work due to illness or injury occurring on or off the job. Enrollment is automatic and at no cost to you.

What This Job Offers

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