Maintenance Manager North Pole Refinery

Arctic Slope Regional Corporation; North Pole (AK); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan with company-mq

Comprehensive medical plan

Dental and vision insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Disability and life insurance

Job summary

Petro Star Inc. in North Pole, Alaska, is seeking a Maintenance Manager to lead the refinery maintenance department, ensuring safe, reliable operation and cost-effective performance.

You will drive planning, scheduling, budgeting, and safety programs while coordinating with operations, engineering, and contractors. This role requires a strong background in maintenance leadership within refining or similar process industries, with CMMS proficiency and a focus on safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a related technical field; trade school certificate/diploma; ten years in maintenance/operation of a process facility.
• Five years minimum supervisory experience in reliability or maintenance in Chemical, Oil Refinery, Power, or Pulp and Paper industries.
• Experience with CMMS and robust project coordination, preventative maintenance programming and management.

Responsibilities

• Lead refinery maintenance program with planning/scheduling and preventive/predictive maintenance.
• Oversee maintenance and reliability programs for refinery equipment.
• Advance CMMS for work orders, spare parts, equipment records, and preventive tasks.
• Manage maintenance activity including planning, scheduling, monitoring, and cost control.
• Coordinate with Refinery Operations, Engineering, and contractors for turnarounds.

Skills

CMMS

SQL

Destiny

Supervisory experience

Maintenance planning

Education

Associate's degree in a related technical field

Trade school certificate/diploma

Tools

MS Office

Windows

Job description

About

Join Petro Star Inc., Alaska’s only locally owned operating refining and marketing company, a trusted supplier of fuels and petroleum products throughout the state. With refinery operations in North Pole and Valdez, Petro Star plays a vital role in supporting Alaska’s military installations, aviation industry, commercial businesses, and remote communities.

As a subsidiary of Arctic Slope Regional Corporation (ASRC), Petro Star is committed to operational excellence, safety, integrity, and service. Our employees are the foundation of our success, bringing expertise, innovation, and dedication to every aspect of our business.

At Petro Star, we foster a collaborative work environment where employees are empowered to grow professionally, contribute meaningfully, and make a lasting impact on Alaska’s energy future. We are proud to offer rewarding career opportunities for individuals who share our commitment to excellence, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Overview

The Maintenance Manager provides leadership of the maintenance department at the Petro Star North Pole Refinery. This position is responsible for the overall utilization of refinery resources to achieve strategic maintenance and reliability objectives. This position includes compliance with the company’s goals, including the maintenance and reliability programs, PSM and Safety programs, preparation and tracking of the maintenance budget, and management of all maintenance activities, including all turnarounds. Repair or replace refinery equipment and systems safely, efficiently, and environmentally soundly. This position must perform strategically with sound decision-making while focusing on safety and site performance and supporting the company’s policies, goals, and objectives.

Essential Responsibilities

• Initiate, implement, and manage the refinery maintenance program based on best practices in the refining industry, emphasizing planning/scheduling and preventive/predictive maintenance.
• Serve as the refinery maintenance and reliability program leader to maintain and ensure the operation of refinery-related equipment.
• Support and advance the CMMS to control work order flow and tracking, critical and non-critical spare parts inventory, equipment records, and preventative maintenance tasks.
• Manage refining maintenance activity, including planning, scheduling, monitoring, forecasting, resource allocation, and cost control.
• Coordinate activities with the Refinery Operations Department.
• Coordinate refinery Turnaround activities with onsite and offsite PSI personnel and contractors.
• Responsible for stewarding and implementing Mechanical portions of the Process Safety Management (PSM) Policy and Procedures.
• Supervise refinery maintenance personnel and hold them accountable for their performance. Build this group into a well-coordinated team.
• Ensure that maintenance technicians are adequately trained, equipped, and motivated to accomplish the maintenance program safely, timely, and cost-effectively.
• Communicate regularly with all maintenance employees, individually and as a group, to ensure good two-way communication concerning any safety or maintenance issues.
• Assists with the hiring of maintenance personnel.
• Conduct employee performance reviews based on job descriptions to determine the maintenance department employees' competency, knowledge, and contribution.
• Assist in developing and managing maintenance procedures and training manuals for the maintenance department.
• Review the operation of refinery equipment and process systems routinely to minimize unplanned downtime. Anticipate problems and be proactive in identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Communicate regularly with Refinery Operations and Engineering to identify and satisfactorily resolve chronic maintenance-driven operational issues in a safe, timely, and cost-effective manner.
• Initiate and carry out projects that improve efficiency and reduce operating costs.
• Ensure full compliance with all health and safety regulations relating to the maintenance department.
• Directs, maintains, and enforces the safety program for the maintenance department; reviews safety records to uphold standards of maximum safety for all maintenance employees.
• Develop and Implement programs and procedures required to ensure refinery cleanliness.
• Assist with planning and implementing refinery improvements and expansions.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree from a two-year college in a related technical field. Certificate/diploma from trade school in a related field and ten years of experience in the maintenance or operation of a process manufacturing facility.
• Five years minimum supervisory experience in a reliability or maintenance setting in the following industries: Chemical, Oil Refinery, Power, or Pulp and Paper.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Excellent computer skills; Windows, MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.) Experience with SQL & Destiny preferred.
• Experience using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects.
• Proficient project coordination, preventative maintenance programming, and management skills required.

Why Petrostar is Different

Purpose-Driven Work: Every day, Petro Star employees help fuel Alaska's economy and infrastructure. From supporting military readiness and aviation operations to delivering energy solutions to remote communities, your work directly contributes to keeping Alaska moving.

Safety-First Culture: Safety is at the core of everything we do. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of environmental stewardship, operational integrity, and workplace safety while empowering employees to take ownership of safe and responsible operations.

Career Growth Opportunities:

• Professional development and technical training programs
• Mentorship from experienced industry leaders
• Opportunities for advancement across refinery, operations, engineering, maintenance, commercial, and corporate functions
• Continuous learning and career development support

Industry Leadership & Stability:

• Alaska’s only locally owned and operated petroleum refining and marketing company
• 40+ of experience serving Alaska's energy needs
• Backed by the strength and stability of ASRC, one of Alaska's largest and most successful companies
• Critical supplier to military, aviation, commercial, and rural markets throughout Alaska

Total Rewards

At Petro Star, we believe exceptional people deserve exceptional benefits. Our comprehensive total rewards package reflects our commitment to your success, well-being, and financial security.

Financial Security:

• Competitive salaries with performance-based opportunities
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions*
• Employee referral bonus opportunities

Health & Wellness:

• Comprehensive medical plan options through the Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) Program*
• Dental and vision insurance options*
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their families
• Supplemental insurance offerings including life insurance, disability coverage, AD&D, accident insurance, critical illnessinsurance, hospital indemnity, legal services, identity theft protection, and pet insurance*

Professional Development:

• Leadership development programs
• Technical and professional skills training
• Mentorship and career advancement opportunities

* Benefit eligibility varies by position, employment status, and work location. Specific benefits for this role will be discussed during the hiring process.

Petro Star Inc., a division of ASRC, is a drug-free workplace and pre-employment drug testing is part of the hiring process.

ASRC and its family of companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability, protected veteran status, age or any other legal protected status. EOE: M|F|D|V EEO Poster.

Petro Star Inc. is the refining division of Arctic Slope Regional Corporation, an Inupiat-owned corporation created as a result of the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act.

ASRC's family of companies apply a shareholder preference in employment, to the maximum extent feasible, as authorized by law.

If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact us at [e-mail].