Refinery Operator Trainee — El Paso: Earn While You Learn

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

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.