Operator, Refinery

Energy Job Shop; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) with company match

Cash Balance Pension Plan

Paid Training

Annual discretionary bonus

Job summary

Marathon Petroleum Corporation’s El Paso Refinery is seeking Operator Trainees to support day-to-day refinery operations, learn multiple roles, and rotate through 12-hour shifts.

Ideal candidates are safety-minded, mechanically adept, and prepared to complete pre-employment screenings. Starting wage is $34.58/hr with potential to reach $56.66/hr, plus comprehensive benefits and paid training.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts, including weekends, nights, holidays, and overtime.
• Good mechanical aptitude and communication skills.
• Ability to learn complex refinery material.
• Basic math, reading, writing and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day refinery operations during 12-hour shifts.
• Learn multiple operational roles and adapt to rotating schedules.
• Support safety procedures and emergency response activities as needed.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Math skills

Reading/Writing/Computers

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Refinery Operator Trainees - El Paso TX Refinery - Up to $56.66/hr - Applications Close Sept 25th

Marathon Petroleum Corporation is seeking Operator Trainees for their El Paso Refinery. These positions involve overseeing day-to-day refinery operations, working rotating 12-hour shifts, and learning multiple operational roles. Ideal candidates are motivated, safety-conscious, and eager to develop their skills in a dynamic industrial environment.

Perks & Benefits

• Wage: Up to $56.66 per hour (starting at $34.58/hr)
• Highly competitive benefits including Medical, Dental, and Vision options
• Paid Parental Leave
• Company Match on 401(k) Contributions
• Cash Balance Pension Plan
• Paid Training (Basic Operator Training)
• Annual discretionary bonus program

What You’ll Need

• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• At least 18 years of age
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts, including weekends, nights, holidays, and overtime
• Good mechanical aptitude and communication skills
• Ability to learn complex refinery material
• Basic math, reading, writing, and computer skills
• Willingness to perform fire and emergency response activities
• Ability to wear all required PPE, including self-contained breathing apparatus
• Pass pre-employment assessment, drug/alcohol and medical screenings, and background check
• Physically able to climb, lift up to 50 lbs., carry 10-20 lbs., push/pull up to 250 lbs. with assistance, and work in confined spaces

What Will Make You Stand Out

• At least three years’ work experience in operations or maintenance at an industrial site
• Vocational technical training in petrochemical/manufacturing or related field
• Previous petroleum refinery or petrochemical plant experience