Renewable Fuels Plant Operator (Rotating Days/Nights)

Grapevine Energy; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Grapevine Operating Company is seeking an Operator to support current plant operations, utilities, and logistics, including maintenance and construction activities for conversion to renewable fuels. The role requires working a rotating 12-hour shift, including weekends and holidays, with a focus on safety and environmental compliance.

Responsibilities include monitoring process units, performing rounds, adjusting equipment, collecting samples, and coordinating with teams to address process

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 5 year minimum experience in refining or chemical plant operations required.
• Associates degree or higher and Honeywell DCS experience preferred.
• Honeywell DCS board operation preferred.
• Two years of experience in mechanical maintenance position preferred.
• Associate or technology degree in process technology or science discipline preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and operate process and utility units, tank farms/logistics utilizing control systems and equipment.
• Perform and document unit rounds.
• Adjust, start, stop production equipment per SOPs.
• Monitor and adjust processes (flows, temperatures, pressures) within limits.
• Safely collect samples for product quality.
• Read gauges to determine flows and tank contents.
• Communicate with operators and supervisor for field adjustments.
• Operate valves, meters, pumps and transfer systems.
• Report safety deficiencies and take corrective action.
• Participate in health, safety and environmental programs.
• Maintain clean work environment and equipment.
• Available to work varied schedules and on-call.

Skills

Driver's license

Rounds/field checks

Office software

Emergency response

Communication

Organization

Time management

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Ability to work under pressure

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associates degree or higher (process tech or science)

Honeywell DCS experience

DCS board operation

Tools

Honeywell DCS

Job description

Grapevine Operating Company is seeking an Operator to support current plant operations, utilities, and logistics, including maintenance and construction activities for conversion to renewable fuels. The role requires working a rotating 12-hour shift, including weekends and holidays, with a focus on safety and environmental compliance.

Responsibilities include monitoring process units, performing rounds, adjusting equipment, collecting samples, and coordinating with teams to address process