Assistant Oil Movement Operator Jobs in Kent, WA

Shift Supervisor
Posting Start Date: 6/16/26
Job Location (Short): Tacoma, WA, USA, 98421
Shift Supervisor
The Opportunity

• Shift Supervisor at a Growth-Oriented Energy Company
• Reporting to the Operations Superintendent
• Responsible for the safe, efficient, and environmentally compliant operation of the refinery during assigned shifts
• Primary authority on-site and accountable for leading operational activities, coordinating personnel, and making critical decisions
• Ensure production targets, quality standards, and regulatory requirements are met

Key activities include:

• Supervise all personnel and operators in their operating area to ensure safe and environmentally responsible operation at all times.
• Act to resolve process and equipment problems through a thorough understanding of Unit and equipment limits and basic knowledge of equipment and processes.
• Mentors, guides and evaluates operators in the performance of their duties on a short and long-term basis.
• Organize work, position assignments and scheduling to meet the crew's shift targets. Review schedule for unfilled positions and resolve issues. Manages call outs for Operations & Maintenance teams.
• Completes team member time sheets based on weekly schedule. Post Volunteer OT sign-up sheet. Maintain OT distribution sheet. Complete Change of Status forms.
• Reviews and enforces compliance with all Company policies, rules and procedures in relation to the Operations Department.
• Responsible for the quality and efficiency of operations and the standard of housekeeping in the operating areas.
• Responsible for Incident/Emergency Response - Follow the proper response plans for each of the following areas and submit an incident or hazard report in a timely manner: Environmental response; Safety/Injury response; Unit Operations upsets/incidents; Security (Threats, bomb, breaches); and Personnel (USOR or contractor) incidents. Review/verify reports and include additional details and accuracy as possible.
• Coordinate operation of refinery process units, oil movements, rail, dock and asphalt areas.
• Review and follow Nightly Orders. Responsible to clarify any questions with appropriate parties.
• Issue permits when the Safety Supervisor is not available for writing Hot Work or Confined Space permits.
• Responsible for updates and submittal of Daily Reports and other miscellaneous paperwork (Dock Notices, MPL packets, Jet Rack Tank Switch forms, ULSD (Green Sheets), Gas Blending (Blue Sheets), and Dock Line Inspection forms (weekends/holidays)).
• Conduct asphalt blending and assists with non-polymer modified asphalt blending. Submits "reblend"/correction orders. Responsible to understand testing requirements for asphalt blending
• Perform monthly Emergency Procedure Review/training.
• Review Work Orders for clarity and to determine priority. Distributes Work Orders to appropriate department(s) and notifies Operations Superintendents (OS) or Maintenance Supervisors (MS) as necessary for follow-up.
• Respond to plant emergencies or non-routine matters which can include hazardous material spills, oil spills, fires, accident response and so on. Responsible to notify the appropriate U.S. Oil personnel in a timely manner.
• Effectively communicate and support both internal (Company management, plant employees, maintenance/contractors, laboratory, engineering, inspection, and sales department) and external stakeholders (outside agencies such as USCG, fire/police, port security, plant neighbors, truck drivers, and other parties) as required in the performance of the role.
• Perform the duties of the On-Scene Commander or the Incident Commander when required.

Note: This description is intended to give you a general overview of the position. Additional responsibilities and opportunities may be identified based on current business needs.
Qualifications
To meet the basic qualifications for this role, you will have legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship. To comply with the regulations at this work location, successful applicants must be eligible to obtain a TWIC card (Transportation Worker Identification Credential). Please review eligibility criteria at https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic.
Additional qualifications include:

• Must have high school diploma or GED
• Minimum of five (5) years of detailed knowledge, understanding and experience of refinery processes, tank farm operations, and unit and equipment limits is required
• Valid state driver's license is required. Must possess a valid driver's license to operate company vehicles within the refinery and on public roads
• Prior board Operator experience is preferred
• Strong work history
• Effective leadership skills
• Capable of working independently
• Possess strong organizational skills and initiative to ensure job duties are performed successfully in a timely manner
• Good verbal and written communication skills are required
• Required to be certified to use a respirator and self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) for regular or emergency operations

Physical Demands

• Must be available to work rotating, around the clock, 12-hour shifts and during off-hours to include emergencies and turnarounds
• Must be able to access towers, tanks, vessels, loading racks, stairways and general rough terrain in all weather conditions - day or night.

About Us
At Par Pacific, we own and operate market-leading energy and infrastructure businesses in logistically complex markets. We have built a team of downstream industry veterans and subject matter experts to lead our organization with an entrepreneurial spirit and a collaborative, problem solving approach. We bring our diverse strengths and motivation to complex markets where we seek out diamonds in the rough. As a nimble, growing organization, we actively pursue new opportunities with corporate financing know-how, respond to local market demands, and adapt to changing external environments.
More Good Reasons to Work for Par Pacific
Unique Culture
There is nothing ordinary about Par Pacific -- a niche player in the energy space. And there's certainly nothing ordinary about Par Pacific employees. We are driven, hardworking, entrepreneurial-minded professionals who love to win. If that describes you, you'll fit right in.
Location, Location, Location
Because Par Pacific operates in some of the most beautiful places throughout the country, our employees get to make these places their home and enrich their lives. The refinery is in the Tide flats of Tacoma, Washington nestled against Commencement Bay and the South Puget Sound with sweeping views of Mt. Rainier. Located between two of America's trendiest cities: Portland and Seattle, Tacoma offers plenty of indoor and outdoor activities.
Opportunistic Growth Strategy
At Par Pacific, we look for operations with strong fundamentals and great employees who can move a business forward. Our management team has deep experience in the energy industry, as well as in leading mergers, acquisitions, and integrations of newly acquired companies.
Focused on the Future
We are an energy company that has recognized the imperative and embraced the opportunity to begin the transition from fossil fuels. We are developing products that help reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Excellent Compensation and Benefits
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a strong comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance, a robust allotment of paid time off, a 401(k) with company match, retirement savings plans, educational reimbursement, and more. Full-time employees (and their families) are offered medical (with prescription coverage), dental, vision, voluntary critical illness, accident, life/AD&D insurance, Flexible Spending Account and Employee Assistance Program. Employees can purchase company stock at discounted prices through the Employee Stock Purchase Program.
Hiring Range:
The hiring range for this position is $114,498 - $171,746. The candidate selected will be placed according to his/her skills and qualifications.
Our Headquarters
Par Pacific Holdings, Inc., based in Houston, Texas, owns, manages and maintains interests in energy and infrastructure businesses. We are a growing energy company focused on renewable and conventional fuels in the Western United States. Par Pacific also owns 46% of Laramie Energy, LLC, a natural gas production company with operations and assets concentrated in Western Colorado. Our common stock is publicly traded on the NYSE under the trading symbol "PARR".
Our Refineries and Logistics Operations
We own and operate refineries in Hawaii, Montana, Washington, and Wyoming, with total operating throughput capacity of over 219 Mbpd. Par Pacific owns and operates one of the largest energy networks in Hawaii with 94,000 bpd of operating refining capacity, a logistics system supplying the major islands of the state and 90 retail locations. In the Pacific Northwest and the Rockies, Par Pacific owns and operates 125,000 bpd of combined refining capacity and related multimodal logistics systems.
Our Retail Operations
We own and operate over 90 retail locations in Hawaii under the Hele and 76 brands and over 30 retail locations in Washington and Idaho under the nomnom brand.
Par Pacific Is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Par Pacific prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status,genetic information or any other status protected by applicable law.
Note: Par Pacific will not accept calls or unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters. All candidates are required to apply through this web posting.