Refining Operator Trainee

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. OVERVIEW Marathon Petroleum is seeking highly motivated Refinery Operator Trainees at its St. Paul Park, Minnesota facility. At this site, Marathon refines crude oil and other feedstocks into transportation fuels, such as conventional gasoline, diesel fuel, jet fuel and other petroleum products. Employees work together to monitor, regulate, troubleshoot, and safely operate complex process equipment and safely perform product movement/loading operations. Trainees are expected to learn refining process operations, product movement/loading operations, and will work in one of the process units, tank farm, or loading positions. Operators work in a safety-sensitive environment; therefore, all candidates must successfully complete a rigorous pre-employment assessment process, drug/alcohol/medical screenings, and background check. Relocation is not approved for candidates external to Marathon. The anticipated training start date is March 29, 2027. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Conduct periodic equipment monitoring rounds, making required adjustments, conduct product sampling, and complete electronic data entries. Troubleshoot process and equipment problems, including but not limited to, general equipment checks and detecting unusual operating conditions (such as noises, abnormal temperature or pressure, and leaks). Ensure safe maintenance activities including decontamination of equipment, following lockout tagout procedures and completing safe work permitting. Wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including self-contained breathing apparatus and participate in emergency response activities. Assist others in their training and day-to-day operations. Complete daily shift turnovers, communicating equipment/maintenance status with oncoming crew. SCHEDULE Operators currently work a 12-hour rotating shift pattern that uses four crews to provide 24/7 coverage. Day shift hours are 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM and Night shift hours are 5:30 PM to 5:30 AM. During a four-week cycle, the work/days off schedule is as follows: Week 1: Work four (4) consecutive day shifts, followed by seven (7) days off Week 2: Work four (4) consecutive night shifts, followed by three (3) days off Week 3: Work three (3) consecutive day shifts, followed by one (1) day off Week 4: Work three (3) consecutive night shifts followed by three (3) days off Voluntary overtime is typically available as well as periodic mandatory overtime may be required. During major maintenance activities (turnarounds), crew schedules may be modified. PAY AND BENEFITS Starting pay rate is $36.48 per hour with a first qualified rate between $43.01 - $53.09 per hour as outlined in the collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local Union No. 120. Employees also receive scheduled annual pay rate increases and eligibility in an annual bonus program. Benefits include 401k plan with Company match of 7% on 6% employee contribution - immediate vesting Cash balance pension plan of 7%, 9% or 11% depending on age and years of service - 3 years vesting Health/Dental/Vision benefits Long & Short-Term Disability benefits New hires start with a minimum of 3 weeks paid vacation (prorated upon month hired) More benefit information can be found on EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Minimum (Required) Qualifications At least 18 years of age. High School graduate or GED equivalent. Valid Driver's License. Possess basic math, reading, writing, verbal and computer skills. Willing and able to work a 12-hour rotating shift pattern including weekends, nights, holidays and overtime. Authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time, indefinite basis without the need for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future. Candidates must have the ability to: Obtain a Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC) - post offer. Pass the Minnesota Special Engineer (Boiler's License) test - during onboarding. Participate in the onsite interview process and related assessments (online test and onsite work demonstration). Successfully complete pre-employment background check and drug/alcohol/medical screening. Successfully complete operator qualification training and participate in random drug & alcohol screenings. Learn and apply complex refinery related processes and procedures. Preferred Qualifications Associate's degree in Process Technology, Technical/Chemical, Power Plant Technology or related field preferred. 2+ years' experience #J-18808-Ljbffr Marathon Petroleum