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Experienced Process Operator

Pasadena, Texas

R000062736

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  • Step into Chevron each day for a hands-on opportunity to collectively grow, collaborate with enthusiasm, and enhance your skills.

    Join the journey to elevate our energy company's global reputation, where our outstanding people, strong partnerships, and top-tier performance take center stage.

    Built on empowering values, Chevron encourages connections not only within your team but also within the communities and environments we proudly serve.

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At Chevron, our greatest resource is our diverse people community. Our network of professionals execute highly skilled tasks to guarantee the safety and seamless continuity of our operations while working together to ensure excellence.

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Yep, we’ve got the same benefits all those fancy office jobs have. And more. When you have everything you need, you can go a lot further than you’d ever expect.

  • medical and financial

    • Medical, Dental, and Vision care coverage
    • Retirement and Savings Plans
    • Domestic Partner Benefits
    • Annual Incentive Awards
    • Disability, Life, and Accident Insurance
    • Education Assistance and Support

  • learning and development

    • Advanced hands-on training and Career Development
    • Internal Promotion Opportunities

  • work-life balance success

    • Paid vacations and holiday
    • Access to counseling services and treatment facilities
    • Programs to help you balance your work and personal life
    • Health and wellness resources and programs, including fitness centers at many major locations

Experienced Process Operator

Pasadena, Texas

R000062736

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Chevron Pasadena Refinery is accepting online applications for the position of Operator Trainee located in Pasadena, Texas, through May 5th at 11:59 p.m. (Center Standard Time).

The operator position is responsible for performing duties associated with the treating and refining of crude oil while maintaining a safe, reliable, and environmentally sound environment.

Responsibilities for this position may include, but are not limited to:

  • Must be able to work a rotating 12-hour shift, overtime as required, and on-call throughout the year.

  • Successful completion of the Formal Operator Training Program (FOTP) or refresher, including assigned unit qualification.

  • Demonstrate knowledge of the assigned processing unit (Crude Distillation, Hydrotreating, or Reforming) and be able to effectively communicate the process to others.

  • Safely, efficiently, and reliably operate furnaces, pumps, compressors, and other mechanical equipment that process raw materials, feedstocks, and product transfers.

  • Understand and adhere to refinery and global Chevron standards, policies, processes, procedures, and regulatory requirements to sustain a safe workplace.

  • Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills, including detailed electronic/written turnover, legible permits, detailed work orders/requests, clear communication of Unit status, and clear e-mail communications.

  • Understanding of complex troubleshooting and application of problem-solving skills to develop recommendations/solutions.

  • Working knowledge of processing equipment (pumps, Compressors, Control Valves, Level Instruments/Gauges, Transmitters, and Flow Elements) and common troubleshooting for each component.

  • Build positive relationships and rapport with both internal and external partners to Chevron.

  • Perform assigned duties such as routine equipment monitoring, minor maintenance, repairs, housekeeping, and emergency response requirements. (Ex. filling oil lubricators, lubricating valves, replacing gauges, etc.)

  • Ability to effectively utilize computer applications and other electronic tools.

  • Must be able to work independently, take initiative, and act on opportunities. Ability to plan and organize own work. Ability to multitask with changing priorities and assignments.

Required Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent

  • Valid Driver's License

  • Must have a minimum of two (2) years of work experience as a Process Unit Operator within a refinery/petrochemical plant with crude distillation or catalytic reforming technologies within the last five (5) years.

  • This is a Safety Sensitive Position. Candidates must demonstrate personal commitment to working safely as well as incident and injury-free operations.

  • Must pass Fit-for-Duty testing, including being able to work at heights with appropriate fall protection, climb, crawl, stand and work in confined spaces.

  • Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including: full-body coveralls, protective footwear, hard-hats, hearing protection, eye protection, full-face respirators, and/or self-contained breathing apparatus.

  • Must obtain a TWIC card within 2 months of employment.

  • Must pass the online pre-employment testing process.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Associate's/Technical Degree from a Process Technology Program with Industry Experience or Military Service

  • Demonstrated knowledge of previous processing units and has the ability to relate them to others.

  • The Operator Trainee position is subject to a local union contract labor agreement.  Accordingly, the Operator Trainee position will be subject to the benefits in the labor agreement.

IMPORTANT NOTE

As part of the application process, you will be required to take an assessment that measures aptitude and work styles. We recommend you allow approximately 45 minutes to complete the assessment in one sitting. If you need to exit, your progress will be saved.

You will be immediately directed to the testing portal upon submittal of your application, at which point you will have 72 hours to complete the online assessment. Once complete, your assessment score will be valid for 180 days (6 months). Should you reapply for another Job Requisition within this timeframe that includes the Operations & Maintenance Assessment, you will be required to complete the application process and then click on the assessment link. This will resubmit your previous results.

Relocation Options:

Relocation will not be considered.

International Considerations:

Expatriate assignments will not be considered.

Chevron regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited Visa status for this position.

U.S. Regulatory notice:

Chevron is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, reproductive health decision-making, military or veteran status, political preference, marital status, citizenship, genetic information or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation, please email us at emplymnt@chevron.com.

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