Shift Team Lead

Chevron•El Segundo, CA

21h•Onsite

About The Position

The Shift Team Lead position involves managing one of the 24/7 operating crews in the assigned division within the refinery. Responsibilities include prioritization of resources and work in the division, execution of daily operating plans to drive profitability, coordination with other operating areas involving daily refinery business, and management of the operating area’s safety and environmental compliance. Chevron is accepting online applications for the Shift Team Lead through 10/16/2026 at 11:59 p.m. [ PST ]. The Shift Team Lead position at the El Segundo Refinery involves managing the 24/7 operations including coordinating, directing, and executing all operations in an assigned division. Responsibilities include prioritization of resources and work in the division, execution of daily operating plans to drive profitability, coordination with other operating areas involving daily refinery business, and management of the operating area’s safety, environmental, plant utilization, and reliability performance following procedures, company policies, and refinery rules.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
A minimum of 10 years' experience in refining operations, or 5 years' experience with a technical background supporting refining operations.
Experience working in/supporting at least one of the following technologies: Crude Distillation, Hydrogen Production, Hydrotreating/Hydrocracking, or Coking.
Ability to work a rotating 12-hour shift schedule.
Must live within 50 miles of the El Segundo Refinery.
Valid Driver’s License

Nice To Haves

5 years’ leadership experience with shift operations in a refining organization.
Experience in approving safe work practices (Including lock-out, tag-out, critical lift, management of change and loss prevention processes).
Ability to plan, follow through, and complete tasks as committed.
Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated leadership skills

Responsibilities

Supervises, coordinates, and directs activities of assigned units, facilities, and related equipment on shift in accordance with operating plans and instructions.
Sets clear expectations & align teams with shared goals & outcomes, ensures proper progress, and removes barriers to achieve results.
Communicates transparently.
Empowers others to make decisions and identifies important data for decision-making.
Provides prompt and accurate updates and status reports to leadership on critical tasks underway in the refinery.
Takes action in unusual or emergency situations to correct adverse conditions and advises affected parties.
Ensures good process safety understanding and management by the crew.
Supervises the removal of equipment from service, its preparation and cleanup for maintenance work, and the return of equipment to service.
Ensures adherence to permitting and lock-out, tag-out processes.
Directs crew in carrying out a continuous program of service and preventative maintenance.
Ensures crew displays high competencies and operational discipline.
Assures the economical use of utilities, materials, tools, operating services, and supplies.
Recommends process improvements for lower costs, greater profitability, better productivity, and higher performance.
Exhibits strong leadership behaviors in decision-making, health, safety and environmental outcomes, and communication.
Leads by example and takes responsibility for outcomes.
Fosters positive relationships and inclusive treatment of others.
Manages payroll and performance feedback for their respective team.
Enforces all safety and fire prevention rules, ensures proper and safe operation of equipment, and reports any unsafe conditions.
Investigates operating upsets and mishaps and prepares appropriate reports.
Conducts special studies, assists technical staff with field studies, test runs, and supports updating of operating standards and emergency procedures.
Facilitates daily operational and other meetings.