Process Operator Start

PBF Energy•Martinez, CA

40d•Onsite

About The Position

PBF Energy Inc. (NYSE:PBF) is one of the largest independent refiners in North America, operating, through its subsidiaries, oil refineries and related facilities. We have an opportunity at our Martinez Refinery in California and are seeking a talented Process Operator Start to join our team as a pivotal member that would play a key role here at PBF Energy. Refinery Process Operators are responsible for monitoring, controlling, and conducting activities that pertain to unit operation and taking corrective action when necessary to ensure that all unit conditions and operations are in compliance with safety, environmental and operating policies and procedures.

Requirements

Work Schedule: Work a rotating shift schedule, including holiday, night, and weekend coverage
Work Overtime as required
Participate in callout/standby coverage
Occasionally an altered work schedule over an extended period may be required.
5-10% travel requirements for mandatory training per year.
Physical Requirements: Walk up and down steps
Climb ladders up to 250 feet in height
Lift a minimum of 50 pounds
Work in the Following Conditions: Work and collaborate in a team environment
Communicate clearly via 2-way radio in English
Work in enclosed/confined spaces such as tanks and vessels
Work near large, hot, high-speed machines
Work around chemicals, including acids and bases
Work with petroleum products that are under high pressure and heat
Wear fire retardant clothing, respirator, ear and eye protection and other personal protective equipment
Work outside in harsh weather conditions
Required to participate in the Fire Response Team, which includes the use of rescue and fire suppression equipment and techniques (e.g. ladders, hoses, etc.), don full-body Fire Retardant gear, and use a Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA).
Compliance with company Facial Hair Policy: No beards of any type are permitted, and No hair stubble beyond one-day’s growth is allowed in the seal area of the respirator, and Mustaches shall be maintained to not interfere with the sealing area of the mask, and Hair below the lower lip shall be maintained to not interfere with the sealing area of the mask, and Sideburns shall be maintained to not interfere with the sealing area of the mask.
Possess a valid Drivers’ License
Candidate must have active TWIC card or be able to obtain a TWIC card. Information can be found at https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic
High school diploma or equivalent
Passing of pre-employment testing
Successful completion of pre-employment requirements including physical agility test, physical, background check, and drug/alcohol screening

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or Technical certification in Process Technology
Experience as a process operator in a refinery or manufacturing environment

Responsibilities

Operate a variety of equipment such as pumps, compressors, valves, and control systems.
Perform surveillance rounds in process operating units to monitor and accurately record process conditions such as temperatures, pressures, and flow rates.
Pull process samples and run lab tests.
Perform equipment maintenance such as clearing/cleaning equipment, adding lube oil, tightening valve packing, changing filters, small bore piping and steam traps, etc.
Follow written guidelines, work instructions and procedures which are critical for safe operation and regulatory compliance.
Communicate with Console Operator, supervision, and support staff to exchange information on process conditions and coordinate any changes made or needed.
Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve abnormal conditions.
Prepare equipment for maintenance and issues safe work permits.
Perform cleaning and housekeeping of assigned units.
Understand process flow, basic chemistry associated with assigned units, equipment line-ups, and all unit safety equipment, including isolation points.
Review computer data and computer-generated schematics to ensure process is optimized.
Ensure proper shift turnover by providing effective written and oral communication to the relieving shift.
Read and understand technical procedures and materials.
Learn computer software associated with process operations.
Active participation in required training and course work to maintain job qualifications.