Refinery Operator Trainee

Valero • Ardmore, OK

1d • $30 • Onsite

About The Position

The refinery operator is responsible for maintaining product quality in a safe manner. Typical job duties may include performing visual rounds for assigned area, assessing equipment operation, taking instrument readings, communicating with console operator, supervision, and other refinery personnel (including radio operations), preparing equipment for scheduled maintenance, performing preventative maintenance, performing basic instrument and equipment troubleshooting to determine if technician support is required, making equipment adjustments to optimize performance, maintaining housekeeping for common and assigned areas, and complying with all environmental and safety procedures. This position is hourly nonexempt status, which means you are eligible for overtime pay. Please click on the following link to learn more about the daily tasks of an operator in a Valero refinery: Realistic Job Preview Valero conducts a comprehensive, on-the-job training program designed to provide new employees a strong foundation of knowledge and skills that are necessary for success as a Valero Operator. This required 10-week, instructor led program includes multiple content modules, including math, pumps, heat exchangers, operator duties, and so forth. Because mastering this content is critical to future job success, knowledge proficiency assessments are incorporated throughout the modules. It is required that participants successfully complete these assessments; as such, failure to pass a specific test three times or a total of four test failures throughout the training program will result in the termination of employment. This training program will prepare individuals for the continuous learning environment that is essential for success. The hourly rate for this position is $29.69 and represents Valero’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the expected compensation at the time of this posting.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be authorized to work in the US.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Able and willing to work on-site, in-person at the Valero Ardmore Refinery, required.

Nice To Haves

• Refinery, chemical process operator, mechanical or industrial experience preferred.
• Associate degree in process operations or higher education in petrochemical process or related operations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performing visual rounds for assigned area
• Assessing equipment operation
• Taking instrument readings
• Communicating with console operator, supervision, and other refinery personnel (including radio operations)
• Preparing equipment for scheduled maintenance
• Performing preventative maintenance
• Performing basic instrument and equipment troubleshooting to determine if technician support is required
• Making equipment adjustments to optimize performance
• Maintaining housekeeping for common and assigned areas
• Complying with all environmental and safety procedures

Benefits

• Valero's employees are the heart of its success, and there is a reason why the company is an employer of choice in the fuels manufacturing and marketing industry. It’s not just the excellent benefits package, or the opportunities for personal growth, it’s also the caring and committed culture of the organization that makes everyone feel like they’re truly part of a team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees