Refinery Operator Trainee - Hands-On Growth

Par Pacific; Kapolei (HI); On-site; USD 56,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Par Pacific is seeking an Operator Trainee for the Kapolei Refinery to learn and support safe, reliable refinery operations. You will receive hands-on training to operate processing units with manual controls, perform field QC testing, and participate in shift turnover and safety meetings.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, TWIC eligibility, a valid U.S. driver’s license, and willingness to work 12-hour day/night shifts, weekends, and holidays. Training will start in April 2027.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Three years of successful full-time employment (preferred).
• Electro-mechanical operation or trade training preferred.
• Knowledge of basic chemistry, engineering, and/or physics desirable.
• Must possess a valid U.S. Driver's License and TWIC eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, adjust, and shut down process equipment and systems.
• Troubleshoot equipment and process-related issues and report unsafe conditions.
• Collect samples and perform field quality-control testing up to heights of 115 feet.
• Complete shift turnovers and maintain surveys, checklists and journals in company systems.
• Collaborate with maintenance, environmental, inspection and contractor staff.

Skills

TWIC card eligibility

Driver's license

12-hour shifts

Work at heights 115 ft

Safety awareness

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Electro-mechanical operation training

Basic chemistry/engineering/physics knowledge

Job description

Par Pacific is seeking an Operator Trainee for the Kapolei Refinery to learn and support safe, reliable refinery operations. You will receive hands-on training to operate processing units with manual controls, perform field QC testing, and participate in shift turnover and safety meetings.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, TWIC eligibility, a valid U.S. driver’s license, and willingness to work 12-hour day/night shifts, weekends, and holidays. Training will start in April 2027.