Refinery Job Question

[LlanoHunter10]

I have a question about applying for a job at a refinery. I am in the process of transferring from working offshore and want to do something on land. I worked 10 years in the engine department of a 300 foot offshore supply vessel. I am the chief engineer overseeing all vessel maintenance, record keeping, operating pumps, engines, generators and bunkering or offloading liquid mud, fuel,water cement and barite

What does this translate into a facilities related job? Operator, technician? Would like to know what to apply for when I search for jobs. Thanks guys!

[matt21418]

Probably could do almost anything from an operator to a pump mechanic, and possibly even something in the reliability group depending upon how the company is structured. At least at the refinery I know typically you get an uplift for shift work which would be an operator and with the rotating shift have a 7 day off period every 28 days. The pump mechanic and reliability type roles would end up being day shift jobs with weekends off.


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[WBA2000]

Operator/ operations tech are kinda interchangeable.

[whitetailfanatic]

What about in Commercial buildings industry, 95% inside work.
Or in Commercial Generators service company like Stewart Stevenson working on diesel motors etc
Or a company like a Paco pump, or maybe a repairs co. also on commercial or industrial buildings or plants
Good luck to you

[TXDUCKCUTTER]

Should cross over to millwright,boilermaker easy,with opportunity in Operations as well.

[Traildust]

Maintenance Planner.....but you'll have to learn the ropes.

[TalonErickson7]

I worked offshore for 6 years with ROV’s now I have been a Operator at a plant coming up on 3 years now. My suggestion is apply to smaller plants, batch plants etc. Most big name plants are hard to get on at unless you have a degree or 5+ years experience.

Get you some experience at a smaller plant then once you get experience apply, apply then reapply again to those bigger plants. (Shell, Valero, Chevron, Exxon, Lyondell and many more)
You can still make great money at smaller plants as well. Let me know if you have any questions if we hire soon I’ll keep you in mind.


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[LlanoHunter10]

Thanks for all yalls helps guys. Some really great suggestions to think about.

[tps7742]

With your experience if you can get into a field where you aren’t exposed to the chemical and refined products you will be far ahead health wise.

[Hammerdown]

Pm sent

[lovemylegacy]

I have a question about applying for a job at a refinery. I am in the process of transferring from working offshore and want to do something on land. I worked 10 years in the engine department of a 300 foot offshore supply vessel. I am the chief engineer overseeing all vessel maintenance, record keeping, operating pumps, engines, generators and bunkering or offloading liquid mud, fuel,water cement and barite

What does this translate into a facilities related job? Operator, technician? Would like to know what to apply for when I search for jobs. Thanks guys!

Operations no doubt.

[fbchunter]

I think you could do any of the above mentioned. Not trying to derail, I’ve been in operations at a power plant for almost 14 years. I hate the shift work but have a lifestyle that has gotten accustomed to that type of money. I wish I would’ve gone a different route. I think with your experience you can find something that isn’t shift work, and that’s what I’d shoot for. Nrg energy is where I work, keep an eye on their website.

[LlanoHunter10]

Some additional questions i have for yall. Been looking more into the Operator position as alot of yall have suggested and would like some clarification before i jump into this.

--Does refinery/Plant offer benefits such as medical, dental, vision, and 401K?

--Is pay based on Salary or hourly and is there additional pay for overtime?

--How hard is it to get an operator job with my level of experience and how did yall find the jobs at the respective plant you work for? Friends/Family? Job Search and apply online?

--With shift work, is there enough time for family?

--For new hires that have never worked in a plant, do they assign a trainer or mentor to show you the ropes, or just feed you to the fire to fend for yourself?

Thanks Guys!

[bobc]

Your skill set would carry over well to being an engineer on an inland towboat as well. I know you did not ask about that, but when I read your background, that is the first thing that came to my mind.

[SwampBuck]

Many plants/refineries generally have great medical, dental, 401k etc.
Unless they start you out as a contractor operator for a short duration prior to hiring you as a full company employee.

Operators are generally hourly and yes overtime is a big part of the money to be made. It’s built in with the schedule but then there’s plenty of coverage that will come along.

Many of the larger plants/refineries have a training course you will go through. Online modules, classroom training and operator mentor type training.

With your level of experience I wouldn’t say it would be hard to come on as an entry level operator. There’s dedicated Facebook pages for operators that you will see occasionally see people post when a company is hiring. Your local workforce office is also an option as many plants go through them. Also research plants and refineries in your area and you can also register and get email notifications when jobs open. Word of mouth, family, friends...also another route for knowing when a hiring will go on.