Assistant Mechanic (Instrumentation Technician)

Parpacific; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Educational reimbursement

Stock Purchase Program

Paid time off

Job summary

Par Pacific seeks an Assistant Mechanic (Instrumentation Technician) for the Tacoma refinery. You will repair instruments and analyzers and support other mechanics in routine refinery maintenance. Union-represented (USW) with potential to advance through B and A Mechanic levels.

Minimum 3 years in instrument troubleshooting, read blueprints/diagrams, and be willing to obtain TWIC, with consistent teamwork and safety focus.

Qualifications

• At least three (3) years’ experience and journeyman skill level in instrument troubleshooting and repair in an industrial setting.
• Experience in repair, calibration and troubleshooting of gas analyzers is a plus.
• Willingness to develop additional craft skills towards final qualification as “A” Mechanic.

Responsibilities

• Repair instruments and analyzers throughout the refinery.
• Support maintenance by assisting other multi-craft mechanics in routine work.

Skills

Instrument troubleshooting

Gas analyzers

DCS experience

Blueprints reading

Team collaboration

TWIC eligibility

Journeyman level

Multi-craft ability

Education

High school diploma

Tech school diploma desirable

Tools

Handheld calibrators

Handheld communicators

Job description

Assistant Mechanic (Instrumentation Technician)

Posting Start Date: 10/1/26
Job Location (Short): Tacoma, WA, USA, 98421

The Opportunity

• Assistant Mechanic at a Growth-Oriented Energy Company
• Union-represented (USW)
• Ability to progress through the different higher permanent classifications with the Maintenance Department, up to including, B Mechanic and A Mechanic
• Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor

Key activities include:

• Repair of instruments and analyzers throughout the refinery
• Repair or assist other multi-craft mechanics in the routine maintenance of other refinery equipment

Note: This description is intended to give you a general overview of the position, additional responsibilities and opportunities may be identified based on current business needs.

Qualifications

To meet the basic qualifications for employment, you will have legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship. To comply with the regulations at this work location, successful applicants must be eligible to obtain a TWIC card (Transportation Worker Identification Credential). Please review eligibility criteria at https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic .

• At least three (3) years’ experience and journeyman skill level in instrument troubleshooting and repair, including both pneumatic and electronic instruments in an industrial maintenance environment. In-depth experience with distributed control systems required
• Experience in repair, calibration and troubleshooting of gas analyzers a plus
• Experience and ability to demonstrate journeyman skill level in a second craft within six months of hiring
• Ability and willingness to develop usable skill level in a third craft area prior to final qualification as “A” Mechanic
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, plans, circuit diagrams, and loop diagrams
• High school diploma or equivalent required. Tech school diploma highly desirable
• Experience with various handheld communicators and calibrators
• Ability to troubleshoot systems and individual components
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to take on challenges and work through to completion

About Us

At Par Pacific, we own and operate market-leading energy and infrastructure businesses in logistically-complex markets. We have built a team of oil and gas industry veterans and subject matter experts to lead our organization with an entrepreneurial spirit and a collaborative, problem solving approach. We bring our diverse strengths and motivation to complex markets where we seek out diamonds in the rough. As a nimble, growing organization, we actively pursue new opportunities with corporate financing know-how, respond to local market demands, and adapt to changing external environments.

Unique Culture

There is nothing ordinary about Par Pacific -- a niche player in the energy space. And there's certainly nothing ordinary about Par Pacific employees. We are driven, hardworking, entrepreneurial-minded professionals who love to win. If that describes you, you'll fit right in.

Location, Location, Location

Because Par Pacific operates in some of the most beautiful places throughout the country, our employees get to make these places their home and enrich their lives. The refinery is in the Tideflats of Tacoma, Washington nestled against Commencement Bay and the South Puget Sound with sweeping views of Mt. Rainier. Located between two of America’s trendiest cities: Portland and Seattle, Tacoma offers plenty of indoor and outdoor activities.

Opportunistic growth strategy

At Par Pacific, we look for operations with strong fundamentals and great employees who can move a business forward. Our management team has deep experience in the energy industry, as well as in leading mergers, acquisitions, and integrations of newly acquired companies.

Focused on the future

We are an energy company that has recognized the imperative and embraced the opportunity to begin the transition from fossil fuels. We are developing products that help reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Excellent compensation and benefits

• medical, dental and vision insurance
• robust allotment of paid time off
• 401(k) with company match
• retirement savings plans
• educational reimbursement
• more
• Full-time employees (and their families) are offered medical (with prescription coverage), dental, vision, voluntary critical illness, accident, life/AD&D insurance, Flexible Spending Account and Employee Assistance Program.
• Employees can purchase company stock at discounted prices through the Employee Stock Purchase Program.

Starting Pay Rate: $49.42 per hour during 6 month probation, then $50.48-$54.20 based on qualifications.

Our Headquarters

Par Pacific Holdings, Inc., based in Houston, Texas, owns, manages and maintains interests in energy and infrastructure businesses. We are a growing energy company focused on renewable and conventional fuels in the Western United States. Par Pacific also owns 46% of Laramie Energy, LLC, a natural gas production company with operations and assets concentrated in Western Colorado. Our common stock is publicly traded on the NYSE under the trading symbol "PARR".

Our Refineries and Logistics Operations

We own and operate refineries in Hawaii, Montana, Washington, and Wyoming, with total operating throughput capacity of over 219 Mbpd. Par Pacific owns and operates one of the largest energy networks in Hawaii with 94,000 bpd of operating refining capacity, a logistics system supplying the major islands of the state and 90 retail locations. In the Pacific Northwest and the Rockies, Par Pacific owns and operates 125,000 bpd of combined refining capacity and related multimodal logistics systems.

Our Retail Operations

We own and operate over 90 retail locations in Hawaii under the Hele and 76 brands and over 30 retail locations in Washington and Idaho under the nomnom brand.

Par Pacific is an equal opportunity employer

Par Pacific prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other status protected by applicable law.

Note: Par Pacific will not accept calls or unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters. All candidates are required to apply through this web posting.