Refinery Operator Trainee - St. Charles at Valero

Norco, Louisiana, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

27 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Product Quality Maintenance, Visual Rounds, Equipment Operation Assessment, Instrument Reading, Communication, Equipment Preparation, Preventive Maintenance, Troubleshooting, Equipment Adjustment, Housekeeping, Safety Procedures Compliance, Emergency Response, On-the-Job Training, Knowledge Proficiency Assessment

Industry

Oil and Gas

Description

The refinery/biodiesel 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, preparing equipment for scheduled maintenance, performing preventive 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, and responding to emergencies. Upon hire, operators will serve on the Emergency Response Team as fire brigade members for a minimum two year period starting from the time of 1081 certification training completion. 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. High school diploma or GED required. Must have the ability to legally work in the US. Must be at least 18 years of age. Previous experience in refinery operations, chemical plant processing or biodiesel processing preferred. Associate degree in process operations preferred. Emergency Response experience preferred. Able and willing to work on-site, in-person at the Valero St. Charles Refinery, required. All successful candidates must be eligible to obtain a TWIC card (Transportation Worker Identification Credential). It is Valero’s policy that employees must wear this card at all times while working at the refinery. Please review eligibility criteria at https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications for the position may be invited to take on-line assessments. Communications regarding the assessments will be delivered via email. Be sure to check your spam and junk mailboxes for these communications as they are system generated. 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. For more information, visit Valero.com. Valero is an EEO Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, including race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Please be advised, if you are viewing this position on a website that lists an estimated salary rate/range, it was not provided by Valero. Valero’s market specific salary rate/range will be provided during the recruiting process and tends to be higher than what is estimated by such websites.

Responsibilities

The operator is responsible for safely maintaining product quality by performing visual rounds, assessing equipment operation, taking instrument readings, and communicating with console operators. Duties also include preparing equipment for maintenance, performing basic troubleshooting, optimizing equipment performance, maintaining housekeeping, and complying with all safety and environmental procedures.