Maintenance Team Leader

Petro Papa; Anacortes (WA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 181,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time-Off

401(k) Retirement Plan with match

Educational Reimbursement

Parental Bonding Time

Employee Discounts

Job summary

HF Sinclair Refining in Washington seeks a Maintenance Team Leader to oversee the Maintenance Department Fab Shop, directing technical resources and leading safety and cost controls.

The role requires seven years of related experience and a bachelor’s degree. You will supervise up to 15 employees with potential for up to 50 contract staff, coordinate scheduling, and maintain refinery reliability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Seven years of related job experience required; refining experience preferred.
• Knowledge of refinery operations and craft knowledge; strong problem-solving and communication.
• Safety-sensitive role with leadership responsibilities and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Oversees quality of work, safety, and overall performance of assigned staff
• Plans, organizes and oversees all work schedules for assigned employees
• Provides training, mentorship and coaching for subordinates and peers
• Monitors contractor compliance with refinery safety and environmental regulations
• Oversees department’s yearly budget and cost control measures
• Leads safety discussions and reinforces safety policies and culture
• Supervises up to 15 direct reports and up to 50 contract employees
• May require on-call duties and after-hours availability

Skills

Leadership

Safety awareness

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Communication

Self-starter

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Crane and rigging certification

Job description

HF Sinclair Refining is seeking a Maintenance Team Leader to oversee certain functions and activities of the Maintenance Department Fab Shop, including supervising and coordinating technical resources to support area maintenance, providing leadership and human resource management, resolving problems and issues as they arise, overseeing safety performance and maintenance/reliability of units, managing clerical responsibilities, and controlling costs with minimal supervision while complying with health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Job Duties

• Oversees quality of work, safety, and overall performance of assigned staff
• Ensures that all mechanical craft work is completed as scheduled per procedure and plan.
• Plans, organizes and oversees all work schedules for assigned employees
• Assists engineering as needed
• Coordinates with operations in scheduling equipment for repairs, and construction (depending on assignment), and developing work plans
• Provides training, mentorship and coaching for subordinates and peers
• Attends and actively participates in scheduled training
• Comes to work on time, positively motivated, and fit for duty (both mentally and physically)
• Gives honest best effort on the job and requires the same of others
• Treats fellow employees with respect
• Monitors and enforces contractor compliance with all refinery safety and environmental regulations
• Tracks head count and verifies timesheets to ensure cost and schedule compliance
• Performs on‑call duties
• Supervises relief to other maintenance management personnel
• Oversees department’s yearly budget
• Leads safety discussions and demonstrates leadership behavior that reinforces safety policies and culture
• Special assignments or tasks assigned by supervisor at sole discretion

Experience

A minimum of seven years of related job experience is required.

Refining experience is preferred.

A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience, is required.

Required Skills

Knowledge of refinery operations and specific craft knowledge. Proven interpersonal skills. Self‑starter and safety sensitive. Troubleshooting skills and ability to function effectively in a team atmosphere. Knowledge of welding and equipment operation. A significant amount of experience with job‑related equipment is essential. Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbal. Basic reading and writing skills. Ability to perform basic level mathematical calculations. Reading & interpreting process & craft‑specific drawings, diagrams, sketches, schematics, blueprints, and P&ID’s. Responds appropriately to emergency situations.

Preferred skills: trade school or journeyman/craftsman training; certification in crane and rigging; uses time‑management skills to effectively prioritize daily tasks & activities; ability to use effective meeting management techniques; able to make decisions & resolve problems in a timely manner.

Responsible for the supervision of up to 15 employees and may oversee up to 50 contract employees.

Work Conditions

Field‑based with up to 5% travel by land and air required. Petroleum refinery, warehouse/plant, outdoor, and driver environments, including but not limited to chemicals, pressure vessels, tanks, rotating equipment, and confined spaces. Must respond to plant‑related emergencies and be available after hours during critical business situations depending on location. Subject to all temperatures, varying weather and road conditions.

Benefits

HF Sinclair offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well‑being of our employees and their families. Our benefits include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Time‑Off
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with match
• Educational Reimbursement
• Parental Bonding Time
• Employee Discounts

We are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment, ensuring our employees have the resources needed to thrive professionally and personally. Benefit eligibility is governed by official plan documents; for more details please visit Total Rewards.

Salary Range: The salary range includes the minimum, midpoint, and maximum base salary values. A candidate’s offer can vary depending on differentiating factors, including but not limited to education, training, or experience.

This position has a salary minimum of $99,000.00 and a maximum of $181,500.00.

Equal Opportunity Employer

HF Sinclair Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other prohibited ground of discrimination.

Nearest Major Market: Seattle
Nearest Secondary Market: Everett