Process Operator Trainee, Borger Refinery

Phillips 66•Borger, TX

29d•$32 - $43•Onsite

About The Position

The Process Operator Trainee, Borger Refinery works rotating shifts in various units within the Borger Refinery which process or produce crude oil, petroleum coke, gasoline, diesel, steam and many other products. Some of the processes involved use hazardous and volatile materials under high temperature and pressure. In addition, Operators perform various duties required to keep their assigned processing unit/area operating safely and at specified production rates. The rate during the classroom training period while on 8 hr day schedule is $32.04/hour and this moves to $28.12/hour when on the 12 hr rotating shift schedule with built in overtime. Employees may advance within the Operator pay progression based on time requirements and skills development. An Operator can reach level 5 pay, which is currently $43.30/hour, at a minimum of 36 months of time within the Operator classification. Operators may progress to the lead position of Stillman. 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 (January 11, 2026), whichever is earlier. The job posting expiration date is listed at the bottom of this job posting. Your assessment results will be valid for one year. Candidates who receive an offer of employment will then be required to successfully complete a pre-employment due diligence process including background check, hair follicle drug screen, medical, hearing, respiratory and vision exams, and agility testing.

Requirements

Legally authorized to work in the United States without restrictions
High School Diploma/GED equivalent
Currently hold (and able to maintain) a valid driver's license
Willing and able to perform/comply with the following, with or without reasonable accommodation:
Work at least a 12-hour rotating shift, which includes some weekends and holidays
Work overtime
Assume on-call responsibilities
Work in enclosed spaces, such as tanks and silos
Work near large, hot, high-speed machines
Climb up to 250 feet in height
Lift up to 50 pounds
Work around chemicals, including acids and bases
Wear fire retardant clothing and personal protective equipment (such as steel-toe shoes, ear and eye protection)
Maintain your face daily so that a respirator/face mask can seal properly (some examples include being free of facial hair and/or clean shaven)
Wear fall protection when working at height and when required by corporate policy, local policy, and/or OSHA regulation
Perform firefighting duties
Work outside in harsh weather conditions
Work with petroleum products that are under high pressure and at high temperatures
Evacuate in a safe and timely manner in the event of an emergency
Read at a level to understand written safety procedures, work procedures, work permits, instruction manuals
Learn computer software associated with process operations

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

Monitor unit operations
Turn valves
Take gauge and instrument readings
Lubricate and perform minor maintenance of equipment
Make necessary changes to ensure product is manufactured on specification
Respond to safety and environmental incidents, should they occur, in a safe and efficient manner
Enter and retrieve computer data as well as conduct data analysis
Perform work activities that include pulling, lifting, twisting, working in confined spaces and on elevated platforms requiring fall protection
Climb heights to perform duties such as opening valves
Collect process samples with potential to require fresh air
Prepare equipment for maintenance

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

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