Marathon Petroleum Corporation

Refinery Operator Trainee

LocationRobinson, IL
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job


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.


POSITION SUMMARY:

The Marathon Petroleum Robinson Refinery is seeking highly motivated Refining Operator Trainees to join our team. Operators work together to monitor, regulate, troubleshoot, and safely operate complex process equipment. Operators refine crude oil and other feedstocks into transportation fuels, such as conventional gasoline, diesel fuel, jet fuel and other petroleum products.


KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Operators are responsible for monitoring units under their control while keeping product specs and yields at a maximum. Must be able to startup and shutdown the units and safely operate during process upsets, power failures and mechanical failure. With knowledge of the process units, must be able to assist other unit operators in their training and day-to-day operations. Other primary responsibilities will include:

Managing and monitoring the outside equipment and control functions involved in the Refinery processes.
Gathering data from these functions and analyzing and interpreting it into appropriate action as operational adjustments or recommendations.
Providing assistance with unit startups, shutdowns and emergency response.
Possessing an in-depth knowledge of the physical portion of the plant.
Operators are expected to be able to wear all protective equipment including self-contained breathing apparatus along with the ability to participate in emergency response activities.

Operators work in a safety-sensitive environment and must successfully complete a rigorous pre-employment assessment process, drug/alcohol/medical screenings, and a background check. To ensure safe operations, new hires must also successfully complete operator qualification training and participate in random drug & alcohol screenings.


MINIMUM (REQUIRED) QUALIFICATIONS:

High School graduate or GED equivalent required.
At least 18 years of age. 
Valid driver’s license required.
Willing and able to work a 12-hour rotating shift schedule including weekends, nights, holidays, and overtime.
Must participate in pre-employment assessment, background check, and drug/alcohol/medical screening.
Must successfully complete operator qualification training and participate in random drug & alcohol screenings.
Must be 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.


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Associate’s degree in Process Tech, Technical/Chemical, Power Plant Technology or related field preferred.
2+ years’ experience as a process operator in the petrochemical or related industry preferred.
Good mechanical aptitude, oral and written communication skills, and ability to make sound decisions.
Ability to perform well in a team environment working with little supervision to prioritize daily work schedules depending on operational requirements.
Any combination equivalent to education and experience that provides the required knowledge and skills is qualifying.


PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Work performed at ground level and at heights on concrete, metal grating, gravel, asphalt and piping surfaces, while climbing over 75 feet, lifting 40 pounds plus, carrying 10-20 pounds, pushing/pulling up to 250 pounds with mechanical assistance and working in confined spaces, wearing proper safety equipment, including a self-contained breathing apparatus as necessary, use hand tools, and work both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.


SCHEDULE:

Employees work a rotating Day/Night 12-hour shift schedule (DuPont), from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., includes weekends, holidays and overtime (required).


PAY AND BENEFITS:

Pay range for position (reflects current pay rates, subject to increase):

Starting Rate/Initial Training: $21.94 (approx. 4 weeks)
Outside/Unit-Based Training: $25.77 (approx. 7-10 weeks)
Once Unit Qualified: $36.93
Top Progression: $52.03

Position eligible for Annual Cash Bonus plan with a target of 7 - 14% of annual eligible earnings.


Benefits include:

401k plan with Company match of 7% on 6% employee contribution.
Cash balance pension plan of 7%, 9%, 11% depending on age and years of service.
Paid vacation (3 weeks), sick benefit (7 days) and holidays (up to 10 paid holidays).
Paid parental leave
Health/Dental/Vision benefits
Long & Short-Term Disability benefits

More benefit information can be found on www.mympcbenefits.com

No phone calls or walk-ins, please. All candidates must apply online and Human Resources cannot accept paper resumes. No paper applications will be distributed or accepted; all candidates must apply online.

After application, there should be an invite that will be sent via e-mail to complete an assessment from HireScore (no-reply@hirescore.com).

As an energy industry leader, our career opportunities fuel personal and professional growth.


Location:


Robinson, Illinois


Job Requisition ID:


00016338


Pay Min/Max:


$0.00 - $999.99 Hourly


Grade:


HRLY1


Location Address:


400 S Marathon Ave


Additional locations:


Education:


Employee Group:


Full time


Employee Subgroup:


Regular

Marathon Petroleum Company LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decision-making, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition or AIDS/HIV status, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, military, veteran status, marital status, citizenship or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, click here.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process at Marathon Petroleum LP, please contact our Human Resources Department at talentacquisition@marathonpetroleum.com. Please specify the reasonable accommodation you are requesting, along with the job posting number in which you may be interested. A Human Resources representative will review your request and contact you to discuss a reasonable accommodation. Marathon Petroleum offers a total rewards program which includes, but is not limited to, access to health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, 401k matching program, paid parental leave, and educational reimbursement. Detailed benefit information is available at mympcbenefits.com. The hired candidate will also be eligible for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program.


Equal Opportunity Employer: Veteran / Disability

We will consider all qualified Applicants for employment, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. In reviewing criminal history in connection with a conditional offer of employment, Marathon will consider the key responsibilities of the role.

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