CHANNELVIEW - Operator Apprenticeship Spring 2027

LyondellBasell Industries; Channelview (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

LyondellBasell is offering an Operator Apprenticeship in Channelview, TX as part of a 16-week program designed for students in Process Technology.

The apprenticeship includes at least 300 hours at LYB facilities, with hands-on operation of plant process equipment and training from technicians and supervisors.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• High School diploma or GED.
• Completion of at least 30 credit hours of relevant technology coursework.
• P-Tech students may apply if in final semester or have graduated within 6 months.
• Maintain GPA 3.0 or higher if enrolled.
• Willing to work outdoors year-round in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Promote personal and coworker safety and comply with environmental regulations.
• Perform rounds and take readings.
• Monitor and maintain day-to-day unit operations.
• Learn about health, safety and environmental hazards.
• Witness the work permit system and complete mandatory safety training.
• Engage in development discussions with supervisor to improve performance.
• Train in assigned area.

Skills

Basic computer skills

TWIC card

Pre-employment screening

Safety conscious

Education

High School diploma or GED

30 credits in relevant technology coursework

P-Tech final semester or graduate within 6 months

Job description

CHANNELVIEW - Operator Apprenticeship Spring 2027

Location: Channelview, TX, US, 77530 Channelview, TX, US, 77530 Channelview, TX, US, 77530 Channelview, TX, US, 77530 Channelview, TX, US, 77530

Facility: Channelview/North Ops-130, Channelview/North Ops-Lyo, Channelview/South Ops

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LyondellBasellis a leader in the global chemical industry creating solutions for everyday sustainable living. With a nearly 70-yearlegacy that includes a Nobel Prize in Chemistry and our proprietaryMoReTecrecycling technology, LYB is enabling a more sustainable future for generations to come. LYB develops high-quality and innovative products for applications ranging from sustainable transportation and food safety to clean water and quality healthcare. LYB places high priority on diversity, equity and inclusion and is Advancing Good with an emphasis on our planet, the communities where we operate and our future workforce. We'readdressing the global challenges of ending plastic waste, taking climate action, and supporting a thriving society, while generating value for our customers, investors, and society.

Basic Function

A 16-week program designed for students in Process Technology instruction. The LYB Apprenticeship consists of a minimum of 300 hours at an LYB facility. This position is responsible for the monitoring and operation of plant process equipment used in the manufacturing process. The apprentice will train with, and support, process technicians while participating as a contributing member of the operations team. This position receives direction from a production supervisor and support from the process special ist, maintenance and technical personnel.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Responsible for personal safety, the safety of co-workers and promoting a safe work environment; responsible for carrying out all work activities in compliance with state and federal environmental regulations.
• Performs their duties in adherence with LYB procedures, standards, and specifications.
• Making rounds and assisting with taking readings
• Monitoring and maintaining day-to-day unit operations
• Learn about health, safety and environmental hazards
• Witness the work permit system
• Completing mandates safety and regulatory training (Computer-Based Training)
• Engage in frequent developmental dialog with supervisor and others to continually enhance personal and group performance and development.
• Train in area of assignment

Successful candidates for this position must possess all of the following:

• 18 years of age or older
• High School diploma or GED.
• Completion of a minimum of 30 credit hours of relevant technology coursework
• Process Technology students may apply if you are actively enrolled in the final semester of your P-Tech degree during the apprenticeship or have graduated with your P-Tech degree no more than 6 months prior to the start of the apprenticeship.
• If student is currently enrolled, they must maintain an overall grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale
• Must be willing and able to work outside, year round under various weather conditions. LyondellBasell's chemicals plants and refinery are 24-hour, 365 days per year operations.
• Must be able to work 12 hour rotating shifts (which may include nights, weekends and some holidays) and provide overtime coverage.
• Must be able to climb stairs and ladders, work in confined space and work at heights of 300 ft. or more. vessels, etc.)
• Ability to perform walking, climbing, bending, kneeling, twisting, and lifting a minimum 55 lbs.
• Able and willing to wear appropriate protective equipment including respiratory fit testing.
• Basic computer skills are a requirement for this position.
• Must possess or obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card prior to first day of employment.
• Must successfully pass pre-employment screening process.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without visa sponsorship (U.S. citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident)

Equal Opportunity and Additional Statements

• LyondellBasell is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. The US EEO is the Law poster is available here .
• LYB is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation related to LYB’s recruiting process, please email us at [e-mail].
• Applicants must be at least 18 years old.
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