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Entry Level Hot Oil Operator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Still Yard Operator

Baltimore, MD · On-site

$41.78/hr

Responsible for operating, monitoring and maintaining the hot oil systems and safety systems. Responsible for monitoring unloading areas, pump areas, dyke tank and still yard areas in a safe and ...

3rd shift Hydro Operator

Louisville, KY

$15.50 - $20.50/hr

The Hydro Operator is responsible formaintaining this process by reading charts/computer systems ... Extremely hot oil must be handled carefully. Proper PPE must be worn Working and climbing on tanks ...

3rd shift Hydro Operator

Louisville, KY

$15.50 - $20.50/hr

The Hydro Operator is responsible formaintaining this process by reading charts/computer systems ... Extremely hot oil must be handled carefully. Proper PPE must be worn Working and climbing on tanks ...

Still Yard Operator

Baltimore, MD · On-site

$41.78/hr

Responsible for operating, monitoring and maintaining the hot oil systems and safety systems. Responsible for monitoring unloading areas, pump areas, dyke tank and still yard areas in a safe and ...

Asphalt Plant Operator

Cortland, NY · On-site

$32 - $34/hr

The successful candidate will be familiar with Blacktop, aggregate, and hot oil types and the ... The loader operator and ground person will assist in all maintenance and repair tasks. Safety ...

Asphalt Plant Operator

Cortland, NY · On-site

$32 - $34/hr

The successful candidate will be familiar with Blacktop, aggregate, and hot oil types and the ... The loader operator and ground person will assist in all maintenance and repair tasks. Safety ...

Utility Operator Pay Rates: Starting: $20.50 Top out at progression year 3 at $26.00 Polyplex ... Chillers, Air Compressors, Oil heater, hot oil pumps, Cooling towers and related pumps, AHUs.

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How much do entry level hot oil operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level hot oil operator in the United States is $17.46, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.62 and $18.99 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Hot Oil Operator vs Entry Level Drilling Operator?

AspectEntry Level Hot Oil OperatorEntry Level Drilling Operator
Required CertificationsOSHA safety training, basic oilfield certificationsOSHA safety training, basic oilfield certifications
Work EnvironmentHot oil trucks, oilfield sites, maintenance areasDrilling rigs, well sites, oilfield locations
Industry UsageOil production, well maintenance, hot oil circulationDrilling operations, well installation, extraction

Both roles require safety certifications and work in oilfield environments. The Hot Oil Operator focuses on circulating hot oil for equipment maintenance, while the Drilling Operator is involved in drilling and well installation. Understanding these differences helps job seekers identify the right career path in the oil and gas industry.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Hot Oil Operator job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,327 per year, or $17.5 per hour.

$25.36/hr

Full-time

Posted 18 days ago


Job description

Heavy Burner Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

Metals USA is seeking a Heavy Burner Machine Operator in Seekonk, MA. Metals USA is a solid, growth oriented, carbon-steel (plate, beam, tube) distribution center servicing the defense, commercial, construction, aerospace and fabrication industries.

Responsibilities:

  • Reviews CAD drawings, work orders, tooling instructions or other written specifications.
  • Coordinates and executes material handling to be processed including operation of overhead crane.
  • Chooses correct material for the job according to work order. Inspects plates for thickness, length, width, heat number, grade specification and color code.
  • Sets up machine, selects proper burning tip, sets gas flow and machine feed rates, location of cutting, lines dimensions, tolerances, operational sequences and uses gauges, calipers, squares, rulers for measurement.
  • Sets up and aligns specified material or other fixtures in machine bed using gauges, templates, shims or hand tools.
  • Performs quality control inspections on finished product; for ISO-certified locations, performs In Process Quality Inspections.
  • Diagnoses problems and makes necessary adjustments and removes scrap from machine.
  • Stacks, bands and palletizes finished products for shipment to customers.
  • Performs the duties of a warehouse worker to include operate a forklift and overhead crane.
  • Performs all the duties of a light burner, and must burn plate > (greater or equal to) six inches of plate.
  • Regular and predictable attendance is required to perform the duties of a plasma /oxy light burner in a production plant.
  • Complies with company and OSHA safety policies and safe work practices.
  • Adheres to Reliance Steel and Aluminum's Code of Conduct as well as customer confidentiality requirements.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Certifications/Licenses:

  • Valid OSHA Forklift License/Certification
  • Valid Overhead Crane License/Certification

Physical Demands:

Occupation requires physical activity more than 66% of the time (> 5.5 hours per day)

  • Stand, walk, sit, handling/fingering, reach outward, reach above shoulder, climb, squat or kneel or bend
  • Lift, carry, push and/or pull 51 -- 100 lbs. with assistance
  • Must have visual acuity (with or without correction as needed) to determine the required specifications of the material

Other Physical Requirements:

Must wear the proper personal protective equipment (PPE)

  • Steel-toed boots
  • Hard hats with chin strap; chin strap must be worn at all times while in the warehouse
  • Protective eyewear
  • Hand protection
  • Arm guards/sleeves
  • Hearing protection if required by the hearing conservation program

Work Environment:

May be exposed to some of the following working conditions.

  • Environmental temperature changes hot & cold
  • Working inside and outside of an industrial warehouse
  • Moderate to loud levels
  • Vibration
  • Oils, dust, fumes and metallic particles
  • Day and night shifts
  • High School Graduate or Equivalent
  • Basic reading and writing comprehension in English (to read work order instructions, safety and policy manuals)
  • Basic measuring skills to read English & Metric systems and a tape measure, caliper or micrometer
  • Basic arithmetic skills to calculate and convert decimals and fractions
  • Basic knowledge of Microsoft Windows software (for loading up design to be burned)
  • Minimum two (2) years' experience in operating burning machine
  • Experience operating an overhead crane / forklift operator
  • Demonstrated manual dexterity, finger dexterity, arm-hand steadiness, and multi-limb coordination

Metals USA offers a competitive starting hourly rate of $25.36 + Shift differential and benefits plus upward mobility and professional growth.

Metals USA is committed to protecting our employees by creating and maintaining a workplace free of substance abuse.

"Metals USA provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability."