Refinery Process Operator — 12-Hour Shifts (Port Arthur)

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

Job summary

Motiva Enterprises LLC in Port Arthur, TX is seeking a Process Operator for our refinery and chemical facility. You will monitor, control, and operate unit processes while maintaining safe, compliant operations and quality.

The role requires wearing PPE, performing inspections, and ensuring procedures are followed across shifts. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, and the ability to work a 12-hour rotating schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent education.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Associate’s degree or higher education (preferred).
• Formal education and/or training related to process operations (preferred).
• Experience working in an industrial environment (preferred).
• Previous military experience (preferred).

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 in assigned area and take corrective action if deficiencies are found.
• Monitor, adjust, and record process variables as required to ensure safe, reliable operations.
• Select, use, and maintain personal protective equipment.
• Complete all compliance activities on time (e.g., mandatory training, hearing tests, respirator fit test, medical evaluations).
• Ensure reliability centered maintenance is performed.
• Secure or remove all equipment according to Inclement Weather Procedures.
• Issue permits for activities within the process area per Permit Procedure.
• Control personnel entry into and around the operating area via documentation and barricades.
• Check piping to ensure blinds/plugs are in place.
• Document all pertinent shift activities in end-of-shift write-up.

Job description

Motiva Enterprises LLC in Port Arthur, TX is seeking a Process Operator for our refinery and chemical facility. You will monitor, control, and operate unit processes while maintaining safe, compliant operations and quality.

The role requires wearing PPE, performing inspections, and ensuring procedures are followed across shifts. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, and the ability to work a 12-hour rotating schedule.