Refining Area Inspector

4526 Marathon Refining Logistics Services LLC; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 107,000 - 184,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, and dental insurance

401k matching program

Paid time off

Discretionary annual bonus

Job summary

Marathon Petroleum Corporation in Carson, California seeks an experienced Area Inspector to ensure fixed equipment integrity across the refinery. You will inspect, document, and coordinate risk‑based strategies with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams.

Leadership and communication are essential as you plan inspections, support turnarounds, and ensure compliance with API and regulatory standards. This role requires on‑site work Monday–Thursday and occasional extended hours.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED completed before start date.
• At least 5 years of area inspection experience in a refinery or petrochemical facility.
• Current API 510 and API 570 certifications.
• Ability to obtain NBIC Certification and California Certificate of Competency.
• Familiar with RBI methodologies per API 580/581.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong facilitation and leadership skills for meetings.
• Effective communication across operations, maintenance, and engineering.
• Must wear PPE and pass hair drug test and physical.
• Valid driver’s license and US work authorization.
• Willingness to travel up to 5%.
• Availability for Monday–Thursday 10-hour onsite shifts and extended hours for outages.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hands‑on field inspections to evaluate the condition of area equipment.
• Plan and direct inspections; recommend mitigation for equipment needing repair or replacement.
• Perform jurisdictional inspections on CAL/OSHA‑regulated equipment (e.g., boilers).
• Maintain equipment files and work with RBI Analyst to keep risk assessments current.
• Develop scope and documentation for mechanical integrity work and turnarounds.
• Complete MOC and INTELEX tasks as directed by Area Team Leader.
• Document as-found/as-left conditions to support risk-based planning.
• Collaborate with engineering and area teams on reliability projects.
• Assist in problem-solving using RCA, HAZOPs, life cycle cost analyses.
• Participate in training programs identified by Inspection Supervisor.
• Serve as Program Manager for specialty projects supporting mechanical integrity.

Skills

Field inspections

Risk-based inspection

Communication

Leadership

Travel readiness

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Meridium

APM

PCMS

Job description

An exciting career awaits you At MPC, we’re committed to being a great place to work – one that welcomes new ideas, encourages diverse perspectives, develops our people, and fosters a collaborative team environment.

Refining Area Inspector Job Summary

The Marathon Los Angeles Refinery located in Carson/Wilmington, California is seeking an experienced Area Inspector to serve as the primary point of contact for fixed equipment integrity issues, including pressure vessels and piping circuits. This role ensures all fixed equipment complies with state regulations, refining standards, and company specifications. The Area Inspector will identify, communicate, and collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to mitigate mechanical integrity risks. This position follows a Monday–Thursday onsite work schedule 10‑hour shifts and core business hours are 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM. Candidates must also be available to work extended work hours as needed, support on‑call 5 full weeks per year, support turnarounds and both planned and unplanned outages which can occur outside regular working hours.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough, hands‑on field inspections to evaluate the condition of area equipment.
• Monitor the condition of area equipment by planning, performing, and directing inspections, and recommend appropriate mitigation measures for equipment requiring repair or replacement.
• Conduct jurisdictional inspections on CAL/OSHA‑regulated equipment, such as boilers.
• Maintain accurate equipment files and collaborate with the RBI Analyst to keep risk assessments current, ensuring compliance with MPC standards.
• Develop scope and provide supporting documentation (justification, timing, preparation, etc.) for mechanical integrity work on fixed equipment, including routine maintenance, major repairs, and turnarounds.
• Complete assigned Management of Change (MOC) and INTELEX tasks as directed by the Area Team Leader.
• Document “as‑found” and “as‑left” conditions of fixed equipment to support risk‑based work planning.
• Partner with engineering and area teams to identify and support projects that enhance equipment reliability.
• Assist in problem‑solving using tools such as life cycle cost analysis, root cause analysis, HAZOPs, equipment history reviews, and risk‑based work selection.
• Participate in required training programs as identified by the Inspection Supervisor.
• Serve as Program Manager for specialty projects and programs that support mechanical integrity at LAR.

Education, Experience and Skills

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED (Must be completed prior to start date).
• Must have at least 5 years of Area Inspection experience in a refinery or petrochemical facility.
• Must have a current API 510 (Pressure Vessel Inspection) and API 570 (Piping Inspection) certifications.
• Must have the ability to obtain NBIC Certification and State of California Certificate of Competency.
• Must be familiar with Risk‑Based Inspection (RBI) methodologies in accordance with API 580 and 581.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Must have good facilitation and leadership skills for conducting meetings.
• Must have effective communication and coordination skills across multiple organizational levels, including operations, maintenance, and engineering.
• Must be able to wear required PPE (including respirator), perform physical tasks in the field, and successfully pass a hair drug test and physical examination.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without future visa sponsorship.
• Must be willing to travel up to 5%.
• Must be able to work Monday–Thursday onsite work schedule 10‑hour shifts and core business hours are 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM.
• Candidates must also be available to work extended work hours as needed, support on‑call 5 full weeks per year, support turnarounds and both planned and unplanned outages which can occur outside regular working hours.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience as an owner/operator inspector in a refinery or petrochemical facility, focusing on fixed equipment is preferred.
• Possession of NBIC Certification and State of California Certificate of Competency, with relevant experience is preferred.
• Current API 510 (Pressure Vessel Inspection) and API 570 (Piping Inspection) certifications, with a minimum of 10 years of inspection experience is preferred.
• Experience and/or knowledge of API 653, API 571, API 580, API 581, and NBIC standards is preferred.
• Experience and/or knowledge of ASNT Level II methods, including UTT, RTFI, MT, and PT is preferred.
• Proven experience in turnaround planning and execution for inspection activities is preferred.
• Familiarity with inspection software such as Meridium, APM, or PCMS is preferred.
• Experience maintaining fixed equipment in accordance with Recognized and Generally Accepted Good Engineering Practices (RAGAGEP) is preferred.

Job will be posted through Tuesday, Sept8,2026. Relocation is available. https://mympcbenefits.com/relocating/

This position belongs to a family of jobs with increasing responsibility, competency and skill level. Actual position title and pay grade will be based on the selected candidate’s experience and qualifications.

Learn more about Marathon Petroleum’s benefits at www.mympcbenefits.com.

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Location: Carson, California

Position Details

• Job Requisition ID: 00023374
• Pay Min/Max: $106,900.00 - $184,300.00
• Salary Grade: 11 - 12
• Location Address: 2350 E 223rd St
• Additional locations: Wilmington, California
• Education: High School (Required)
• Employee Group: Full time
• Employee Subgroup: Regular

Marathon Petroleum Company LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decision‑making, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition or AIDS/HIV status, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, military, veteran status, marital status, citizenship or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Benefits

• Marathon Petroleum offers a total rewards program which includes, but is not limited to, access to health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, 401k matching program, paid parental leave, and educational reimbursement.
• Detailed benefit information is available at mympcbenefits.com.
• The hired candidate will also be eligible for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Veteran / Disability We will consider all qualified Applicants for employment, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. In reviewing criminal history in connection with a conditional offer of employment, Marathon will consider the key responsibilities of the role.

About Marathon Petroleum Corporation Marathon Petroleum Corporation (MPC) is a leading, integrated, downstream energy company headquartered in Findlay, Ohio. The company operates the nation’s largest refining system. MPC’s marketing system includes branded locations across the United States, including Marathon brand retail outlets. MPC also owns the general partner and majority limited partner interest in MPLX LP, a midstream company that owns and operates gathering, processing, and fractionation assets, as well as crude oil and light product transportation and logistics infrastructure.