Process Operator, Billings Refinery

Phillips 66 • Billings, MT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Process Operator, Billings Refinery will work independently and with other personnel to maintain and operate equipment and processes in the refinery. 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.

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 (May 7, 2026), whichever is earlier.

Requirements

• Legally authorized to work in the United States without restrictions
• 18 years of age or older
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Willing and able, with or without reasonable accommodation, to comply with the following:
• Work a rotating shift schedule, including but not limited to days, nights, weekends, and holidays
• Work overtime
• Read technical procedures and materials in English
• Learn computer software associated with process operations
• 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 including but not limited to items such as protective toe footwear, ear and eye protection, head protection, hand protection, and fall 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)
• Work with petroleum products that are under high pressure and heat
• Climb up to 250 feet in height
• Lift up to 50 pounds
• Perform firefighting duties
• Work outside in harsh weather conditions

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree or higher in Process Technology
• 1 or more year(s) of direct work experience in manufacturing, heavy industry (including 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
• Following safety processes and procedures
• 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
• Completing assigned training
• Participating in training refreshers
• Upholding company values, understanding and implementing all relevant company policies and procedures to ensure all work meets the required standards

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
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees