Job Title: Refinery Operator

Job Description

The Operator plays a crucial role in supporting plant operations across various areas including utilities, logistics, maintenance, construction, commissioning, and post-startup production within a renewable fuels facility. This position involves working in a rotating 12-hour shift to ensure safe, efficient, and environmentally compliant operations.

Responsibilities

Monitor and operate process units and tank farm systems using equipment such as reactors, pumps, compressors, boilers, furnaces, and heat exchangers.Perform and document unit rounds using round sheets and calling cards.Adjust, start, stop, and maintain equipment following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).Monitor and adjust flows, temperatures, and pressures to maintain within operating limits.Safely collect product samples and determine tank flow rates and volumes.Communicate with operators, maintenance staff, and supervisors to address process changes or issues.Operate manual and automatic valves, meters, pumps, and transfer systems.Report safety concerns and take corrective action as necessary.Participate in safety, health, and environmental programs.Perform housekeeping and clean equipment as needed.Work varied schedules and respond to emergency calls.Comply with all company safety and environmental policies.Other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

Ability to independently monitor and operate process/utility units.Strong hands-on operations in a refinery or chemical plant.Experience with tank farms, heat exchangers, furnaces, and pressure vessels.Chemical and pressure checks expertise.Knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics.Operation and preventive maintenance skills.Proficiency in using valves and mechanical maintenance.Strong computer skills, including Google G Suite and Microsoft Office.Renewable fuels knowledge.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.Excellent communication, organization, and time-management skills.Ability to work effectively under pressure.

Why Work Here?

Join a dynamic team in a company that values safety, compliance, and teamwork. Benefit from a collaborative environment that encourages communication and professional growth.

Work Environment

This role operates within an outdoor and indoor refinery environment, involving rotating 12-hour shifts. The setting includes hands-on industrial work with tanks, vessels, high-temperature and high-pressure equipment, and exposure to chemicals. A strong emphasis is placed on safety, compliance, teamwork, and communication.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Bakersfield, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $72800.00 - $101500.00/yr.

Medical, dental, and vision insurance\n401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution\nPaid time off (PTO), sick leave, and holiday pay\nLife insurance & optional supplemental life\nShort‑ and long‑term disability coverage\nHealth Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)\nEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)\nTraining, certification, and advancement opportunities\nStable long‑term career path in renewable fuels\nStrong safety culture and modernized operational environment

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Bakersfield,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 27, 2026.

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\n About Aerotek:\n\n

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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