Refinery Maintenance Technician II

Kern Energy; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Kern Energy is seeking a Refinery Laborer to support the Maintenance Department in keeping refinery equipment and property in safe, compliant condition. The role involves routine maintenance tasks, cleanliness, and collaboration with multiple trades to ensure efficient operation.

The successful candidate will work with pipe fitters, mechanics, welders, crane operators, and I/E techs, performing repairs, inspections, and logging equipment data while following strict safety protocols.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Basic understanding of refinery processes and operations is preferred.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance tasks at the refinery, including gathering materials, trash clean up, refueling equipment, painting, assembling, moving and installing furniture and file cabinets.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the refinery area and ensure a safe working environment.
• Collaborate with pipe fitters, mechanics, welders, crane operators, and I/E techs to coordinate tasks and report issues.
• Assist with equipment repairs (piping, pumps, vessels, exchangers, boilers, etc.) and conduct routine inspections.
• Maintain logs of equipment readings, production data, and work orders; prepare reports on production and incidents as needed.
• Adhere to safety protocols, wear PPE, and participate in safety training; support during turnarounds.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Weather resilience

Multi-tasking

Critical thinking

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Kern Energy is seeking a Refinery Laborer to support the Maintenance Department in keeping refinery equipment and property in safe, compliant condition. The role involves routine maintenance tasks, cleanliness, and collaboration with multiple trades to ensure efficient operation.

The successful candidate will work with pipe fitters, mechanics, welders, crane operators, and I/E techs, performing repairs, inspections, and logging equipment data while following strict safety protocols.