21 Refinery Operator jobs in the United States

Thank you for your interest in joining our team At CGB, you can contribute to meaningful work, grow professionally and personally, and belong in a place where everyone has a voice.

Founded in 1969, CGB Enterprises, Inc. is known as an innovative and progressive leader in the grain and transportation industries. Today, CGB operates an enterprise with over 100 locations and nearly 2,000 U.S. employees overseeing a diverse family of businesses that provide an array of services for producers and logistics services for an international base of customers. The combination of our assets provides a growing organization that is celebrating over 50 years of strength and stability

This job is primarily responsible for the safe operation of refinery equipment, controlling equipment systems that process raw materials (e.g. soybeans) into specified products. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, monitoring pressure and flow, reading gauges and adjustment valves.

In this job, you will:

• Fully participate in the company Safety, Food Safety, and Quality programs and attend daily pre-shift meetings.
• Perform all duties within compliance of OSHA, company safety, and environmental regulations (ISO where applicable); including wearing appropriate PPE for task being performed.
• Complete daily walk-throughs to check equipment and levels; monitor and document equipment readings.
• Operate production equipment and watch process for leaks or other problems; communicate process and equipment deficiencies with other operators, maintenance personnel, and supervisors.
• Monitor process indicators, instruments, gauges, and meters to detect and report any possible problems.
• Start pumps and open valves or use automated equipment to regulate the flow of oil in pipelines and into and out of tanks; monitor the amount of oil in storage tanks, and to verify that activities and operations are safe, efficient, and in compliance with regulations.
• Read automatic gauges at specified intervals to determine the flow rate of oil into or from tanks, and the amount of oil in tanks.
• Operate control panels to coordinate and regulate process variables such as temperature and pressure, and to direct product flow rate, according to process schedules.
• Signal other workers by telephone or radio to operate pumps, open and close valves, and check temperatures.
• Plan movement of products through lines to processing, storage, and shipping units, using knowledge of system interconnections and capacities; verify that incoming and outgoing products are moving through the correct meters, and that meters are working properly.
• Read, compile data and analyze specifications, instrument readings, schedules, logs, pull samples, test results, and laboratory recommendations to determine how to set equipment controls to produce the required qualities and quantities of products.
• Process paperwork per department procedures.
• Maintain and repair equipment, or report malfunctioning equipment to supervisors so that repairs can be scheduled.
• Other duties as assigned by management; including assisting other operators as needed, wiping up oil spills, cleaning magnets as scheduled, working in any/all parts of the plant assisting with operations or maintenance, sanitation and housekeeping duties area.

Here's what you'll need to be considered:

Education

Required – High School Diploma or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Experience

Required – None

Preferred – 1 year working in an industrial environment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Basic computer skills.
• Effective interpersonal, oral and written communication skills with the ability to interact with all levels of people within and outside the organization.
• Basic mechanical skills.
• Ability to perform all duties while maintaining security.
• Ability to perform all duties and tasks safely without posing harm to oneself or others.
• Ability to complete documentation requirements.
• Ability to work well both independently and within a team environment.
• Ability to use tools appropriate for assigned task.
• Ability to remain focused on exceptional customer service, both internally and externally.

Here's additional information you need to know:

Physical Demands & Requirements

Ability to perform heavy lifting that includes up to 20 lbs. daily, 60 lbs. occasionally, and ask for assistance on anything over 60 lbs.

Ability to climb ladders or stairs repeatedly to significant elevation. At least 30 feet before a rest, and a total height of up to 120 feet.

Ability to be able to use a 300 pound rated ladder on regular basis.

Ability to wear required safety equipment.

Ability to work at elevated heights (100+ feet).

Ability to grasp and reach frequently.

Ability to understand and communicate verbally, in person and over two-way radio.

Ability to understand and communicate written instructions.

Ability to work outside in extreme weather conditions.

Ability to work the entire normally scheduled shift (including rotating shifts) and overtime when necessary.

Ability to work near water.

Ability to work in an environment with high dust levels.

Ability to perform work in confined spaces and significant heights.

Ability to meet requirements of PFT and fit testing, when applicable.

Ability to meet requirement of and utilize all applicable PPE, when applicable.

Ability to work the entire normally scheduled shift (including rotating shifts) and overtime when necessary.

Ability to work extended hours, weekend, holidays and/or alternate shifts as needed.

The employee is required to have visual acuity to perform an activity such as: operates machines, such as lathes, drill presses, power saws, and mills where the seeing job is at or within arm's reach; performs mechanical or skilled trades tasks of a non-repetitive nature, such as carpenter, technicians, service people, plumbers, painters, mechanics, etc.

Hearing. Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction. Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make the discriminations in sound.

The employee is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts at distances close to the eyes.

Environmental Conditions

The work environment described here are meant to be representative of those an employee would normally encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.

The physical environment is dependent on the activities of the workday; can be inside where there are limited extremes to heat and/or cold and/or outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions.

Travel required to assigned facility locations, for meetings and trainings.

The expected base pay range for this role is:

$ $38.20

Actual pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including work location, job-related knowledge, skills and relevant experience for the job. Pay amount does not guarantee employment for any particular period of time.

Are you ready to make a meaningful career move & an impact at CGB? Apply today

CGB Enterprises, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EEO is the Law links in English or Spanish . We are unable to legally hire anyone who is not eligible to work in the United States nor are we able to sponsor visas.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this position. It should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.

All Third Party Agencies, Headhunters, and Recruiters

CGB Enterprises, Inc. and its Subsidiaries only forms contracts with recruiters with whom we have an established relationship and with whom we have in place a signed contract. All contact from third parties must go through our Human Resources Department. Any contact made outside of our Human Resources Department by a third party will cancel any future business relationships between the third party and CGB Enterprises, Inc. and its Subsidiaries.

Job Description
Position Title:
Plant Operations Project Manager

Pay:
$25/hr - $30/hr

Schedule:
Monday – Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm

Who We Are
If you are looking for a career with a strong, supportive team doing meaningful work with an appreciative community of seniors, consider being a part of the Brandon Wilde team We are looking for people who want to perform to the best of their abilities to provide exceptional service that exceeds the expectations of our residents and their families. Brandon Wilde is a Life Plan Community situated on a beautiful 73-acre campus in Evans, GA. Our goal is to enrich the lives of the over 350 seniors we serve. When you work at Brandon Wilde, you have a front-row seat to the amazing life stories of the wisest people on earth. What's more, you are part of an extraordinary company – one that's investing in the future of senior living by investing in you. Don't just do a job. Be part of an extraordinary life

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Free parking
• Life insurance
• AD&D insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee assistance program
• Long-term disability insurance
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• DailyPay – Work today, get paid today
• On-site gym and an Olympic size swimming pool
• An exceptional work environment that is both engaging and fun
• Resident sponsored appreciation bonus and educational scholarships

Brandon Wilde is recruiting a hospitality focused Plant Operations Project Manager to join our team This role is responsible for coordinating and managing the overall planning, development, organization and implementation of services and needs for the Plant Operations refurbishment and renovation program.

Qualifications

• Must have thorough knowledge of general maintenance, such as general contracting, painting, plumbing, electrical wiring, appliances, installation of floor coverings, carpentry, fire sprinkler system repairs, roof repairs, building construction, lock smith work, general heating and general heating and air conditioning, etc.
• At least six years of experience in general maintenance or general contractor field.
• CPR-AED certification required within 90 days of hire date.
• Must maintain a valid Georgia or South Carolina driver's license.
• Weekend and Holidays may apply.

If you're an enthusiastic, compassionate, senior care professional who is passionate about hospitality and senior engagement - please apply, we'd love to get to know you
All new hires must be able to pass our preemployment screening process, which includes a fitness for duty physical, criminal background check, drug test and employment references as required by a licensed residential care facility. Some of the roles in our community also require that we ask about your vaccination status.
EEO Employer

Phillips 66 & YOU - Together we can fuel the future

The Operator Trainee, Lake Charles Refinery works to keep their assigned process unit/area operating safely and at specific production/run rates. Some of the processes involved use hazardous and volatile materials under high temperature and pressure. Typical working conditions include outside weather and elements, blowing air, heat, noise, vibration and occasionally working from heights and confined spaces. Operators must follow safe work practices including the wearing of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). The anticipated start date for this class of Operators is January 2026. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

This position requires the successful completion of an online assessment. If you meet the required qualifications of the position, a link to complete the assessment will be emailed to you immediately after your completed application is received. Please check your spam folder if you do not see the email. The assessment must be completed within 7 days of your application date OR prior to the job posting expiration date (September 7th, 2025), whichever is earlier. Your assessment results will be valid for one year.

Responsibilities May Include:

Demonstrating awareness and commitment to safety

Maintaining equipment and operations

Taking samples/readings of various process streams

Operating unit consoles

Monitoring and observing assigned area for abnormal conditions and emergency situations

Working with outside contractors and agencies

Participating in safety reviews

Initiating work orders and permitting for work related to the assigned unit.

Maintaining proper and safe process operations of the operating equipment

Serving on the emergency response fire brigade, rescue team, and/or first responder team

Participating in annual training refreshers

Upholding company values, understanding and implementing all relevant company policies and procedures to ensure all work meets the required standard

Required Qualifications:

Legally authorized to work in the United States without restrictions

Must have a valid driver's license

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Willing and able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Card TWIC). Information can be found at

Willing and able, with or without reasonable accommodation, to perform/comply with the following:

Work overtime

Read technical procedures and materials in English

Learn computer software associated with process operations

Work shift schedule, including but not limited to days, nights, weekend, holidays, rotating shift

Work in enclosed spaces such as tanks and silos

Work near large, hot, high-speed machines

Work near products that are under high pressure and heat

Work around chemicals, including acids and bases

Wear fire retardant clothing and personal protective equipment (such as steel- toe shoes, ear and eye protection)

Wear fall protection when working at height and when required by corporate policy, local policy, and/or OSHA regulation

Maintain your face daily so that a respirator/face mask can seal properly (some examples include being free of facial hair and/or clean shaven)

Work with petroleum products that are under high pressure and heat

Climb up to 200 feet in height

Lift up to 50 pounds

Perform firefighting duties

Work outside in harsh weather conditions

Read technical procedures and materials

Learn computer software associated with process operations

Preferred Qualifications:

Associate's degree or higher in Process Technology or Engineering

1 or more year(s) of direct work experience in manufacturing, heavy industry (including oil & gas), public safety, and/or military

The Lake Charles Refinery is located in Westlake, Louisiana. Refinery facilities include crude distilling, naphtha reforming, fluid catalytic cracking, alkylation, hydrocracking, hydrodesulfurization and delayed coking units. Facilities also include a specialty coker and calciner. The refinery processes a mixture of light to heavy, low- and high sulfur and low- and high-acid crude oils. It receives domestic, Canadian and other foreign crude oil through truck, pipeline, marine transportation and terminals, including the Beaumont and Clifton Ridge terminals and the Bayou Bridge Pipeline. Lake Charles produces a high percentage of transportation fuels. Other products include off-road diesel, home heating oil, feedstock for our Excel Paralubes joint venture, specialty graphite petroleum coke and petroleum coke. Refined products are distributed in the southeastern and eastern United States by truck, rail car, barge or pipelines and exported to Latin America and West Africa.

The starting hourly contract rate for Operator Trainees is $37.23 per hour. Once fully qualified, Outside Operator contract rate is $0.26 and fully qualified Console Operator contract rate is 51.46.

Total Rewards:

At Phillips 66, providing access to high quality programs and care for you and your family is important to us. Maintaining a culture of well-being — physical, emotional, social, and financial — is essential for a high-performing organization. When we are at our best, we are poised to deliver exceptional results — personally and professionally. Benefits for certain eligible, full-time employees include:

Annual Variable Cash Incentive Program (VCIP) bonus

8% 401k company match

Cash Balance Account pension

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with an annual company contribution to a Health Savings Account for employees on HDHP

Total well-being programs and incentives, including Employee Assistance Plan, well-being reimbursement, and backup family care services

Learn more about Phillips 66 Total Rewards ) .

Phillips 66 has more than 140 years of experience in providing the energy that enables people to dream bigger and go farther, faster. We are committed to improving lives, and that is our promise to our employees and our communities. We are sustained by the backgrounds and experiences of our diverse teams, which reflect who we are, the environment we create and how we work together. We have been recognized by the Human Rights Campaign, U.S. Department of Labor and the Military Times for our continued commitment to inclusive practices and policies in the hiring and retention of those in the LGBTQ+ community and military veterans. Our company is built on values of safety, honor and commitment. We call our cultural mindset Our Energy in Action, which we define through four simple, intuitive behaviors: We work for the greater good, create an environment of trust, seek different perspectives and achieve excellence.

Learn more about Phillips 66 and how we are working to meet the world's energy needs today and tomorrow, by visiting

To be considered:

In order to be considered for this position you must complete the entire application process, which includes answering all prescreening questions and providing your eSignature on or before the requisition closing date of September 7th, 2025 .

Candidates for regular U.S. positions must be a U.S. citizen or national, or an alien admitted as permanent resident, refugee, asylee or temporary resident under 8 U.S.C. 1160(a) or 1255(a)(1). Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Phillips 66 is an EEO and Affirmative Action Employer of Women/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

You belong at Union

The Maintenance staff are a key role in providing the highest quality of patient care.

Become a valued member of our maintenance crew, where you'll showcase your skills in repairing and maintaining a diverse range of equipment and systems, from HVAC and electrical systems to plumbing fixtures.

With opportunities to troubleshoot, anticipate potential issues, and take direct action, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and functionality of our facilities.

Join us as we provide compassionate service and high-quality care to the Wabash Valley Communities. We are committed to helping you find a role that recognizes your interests, expertise, and talent and helping you achieve your long-term career goals and aspirations. At Union, you'll experience an inclusive environment in which you are empowered to be your best self every day.

In addition to competitive pay, Union co-workers enjoy:

• Part-time and Full-time schedules
• Comprehensive Benefits
• Paid Time Off starting day one.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 each year.
• Career Paths
• Success Sharing
• 403b Retirement Employer Match.
• Much More

Be part of an organization that is dedicated to your work-life balance, career, growth, and development. Union Health, U Matter and U Belong.

How can we help? Call us at or email us at

General Maintenance Details

Essential Job Duties:

• Performs repair and preventative maintenance of all buildings and support equipment, including but not limited to: HVAC systems, boilers, water heaters, water softeners, refrigerators, ice-makers.
• Performs repair and replacement of plumbing fixtures, sinks, toilets, water supply, and drains.
• Performs electrical repair and replacement of switches, receptacles, light fixtures, bulbs, circuit breakers, fuses.
• Has ability to maintain all electrical systems, including installation of transformers, panels, new circuits for relocation or installation of medical and support equipment, and remodeling projects.

Qualifications:

1. Electrical and mechanical background with ability to interpret blueprints specifications.

2. Knowledge of electrical and pneumatic controls.

3. Must have or be able to obtain necessary refrigerant certifications.

4. Must have a valid driver's license.

Please note that the salary information provided on the career site for this position opening may not necessarily reflect the accurate compensation associated with the role.

We encourage candidates to inquire further and engage in direct communication with Union Health for comprehensive salary details.

As an EOE/AA employer, Union Hospital, Inc. will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disability status.

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As an EOE/AA employer, Union Hospital, Inc. will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Location: Union Hospital · OPERATION OF PLANT(79410)

Schedule: 04 - PARTTIME-32HRS, DAY, VARIED

• Optimize and troubleshoot complex oil & gas refining processes.
• Develop PFDs, P&IDs, and perform process simulations.
• Conduct feasibility studies and economic evaluations for new projects and modifications.
• Specify and select process equipment (reactors, columns, heat exchangers, pumps).
• Lead and participate in process safety reviews (e.g., HAZOP, LOPA).
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, debottlenecking, and cost reduction.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and safety standards.
• Provide technical support and guidance to operations and maintenance teams.
• Stay current with industry best practices and emerging technologies in refining.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in process engineering within the oil & gas refining sector.
• In-depth knowledge of various refining processes and unit operations.
• Proficiency with process simulation software (e.g., Aspen Plus, HYSYS).
• Experience with process safety management (PSM) and risk assessment.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective remote collaboration.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Conduct process design and simulation studies for refinery unit upgrades, debottlenecking, and new installations using industry-standard software (e.g., Aspen Plus, HYSYS).
• Develop and review process flow diagrams (PFDs), piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), and other engineering documentation.
• Perform mass and energy balance calculations, equipment sizing, and process control strategy development.
• Identify operational challenges and develop solutions to improve process efficiency, product yield, and energy consumption.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant environmental, health, and safety (EHS) regulations and company standards.
• Lead process hazard analyses (PHAs) and HAZOP studies to identify and mitigate risks.
• Provide technical support to plant operations and maintenance teams, troubleshooting process issues and recommending corrective actions.
• Evaluate new technologies and methodologies for potential implementation in refining operations.
• Develop operational guidelines and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including project management, operations, and R&D.