Refinery Process Operator - 12-Hour Shifts

Motiva Enterprises; Port Arthur (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Motiva Enterprises in Port Arthur, TX, is seeking a Process Operator to monitor, control, and optimize unit operations at the Port Arthur Refinery and Chemical facility. The role supports safety, environmental and operating procedures while maintaining product quality.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, valid driver's license, and be willing to work 12-hour rotating shifts with overtime.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent education.
• Formal education and/or training related to process operations.
• Experience working in an industrial environment.
• Previous military experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate process related systems within critical limits.
• Implement Operating Procedures to ensure operational control and product quality.
• Conduct visual inspection of piping and equipment and take corrective action if deficiencies are found.
• Monitor, adjust, and record process variables to ensure safe, reliable operations.
• Secure or remove equipment according to inclement weather procedures.
• Issue permits for all activities within the assigned process area per Permit Procedure.
• Control personnel entry into and around the operating area with documentation and barricades.

Skills

Industrial experience

Military experience

Process operations training

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree or higher

Job description

Motiva Enterprises in Port Arthur, TX, is seeking a Process Operator to monitor, control, and optimize unit operations at the Port Arthur Refinery and Chemical facility. The role supports safety, environmental and operating procedures while maintaining product quality.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, valid driver's license, and be willing to work 12-hour rotating shifts with overtime.