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Engineer

Corpus Christi, TX · On-site

$64K - $136K/yr

... Engineer Trainee Minimum endorsement as a national assistant engineer 6000 HP or national ... operating sounds of machinery. An Engineer must be capable of communicating with the master or ...

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How much do operator assistant trainee jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for operator assistant trainee in Portland, TX is $15.13, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $11.63 and $17.07 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Operator Assistant Trainee vs Operator Assistant?

AspectOperator Assistant TraineeOperator Assistant
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; on-the-job trainingHigh school diploma or equivalent; experience preferred
Work EnvironmentTraining phase, supervised, safety-focusedFull-time, operational, hands-on
Employer & Industry UsageUtilities, manufacturing, transportationUtilities, manufacturing, transportation

The main difference is that the Operator Assistant Trainee is in a training phase, gaining skills under supervision, while the Operator Assistant has completed training and performs operational tasks independently. Both roles are common in industries like utilities and manufacturing, with the trainee position serving as a stepping stone to full responsibility.

What does an operator assistant trainee do?

An operator assistant trainee supports equipment operators by performing tasks such as inspecting machinery, assisting with maintenance, and ensuring safety protocols are followed. They typically learn on the job, may operate basic tools or equipment, and often need safety certifications or training to progress in the role.

What cities near Portland, TX are hiring for Operator Assistant Trainee jobs?

Cities near Portland, TX with the most Operator Assistant Trainee job openings:

Infographic showing various Operator Assistant Trainee job openings in Portland, TX as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $31,479 per year, or $15.1 per hour.

Assistant Restaurant Leader (Assistant Manager)

7-ELEVEN

Port Aransas, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 5 days ago


7-Eleven rating

4.3

Company rating: 4.3 out of 10

Based on 842 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

39th of 47 rated convenience stores


Job description

7-Eleven is an iconic family of brands with over 86,000 locations, surpassing every retailer in the world. We revolutionize convenience, restaurants and fuel through cutting edge innovation - working hard to be the customer's first choice. 7-Eleven empowers our employees to "activate awesome" and make a meaningful impact in their stores and communities every day. If you're ready to grow, lead and make a difference, come join our team and help shape the future of convenience.
Assistant Restaurant Manager
If you enjoy working as part of a management team and have previous supervisory experience, we would love the opportunity to talk with you about our Assistant Restaurant Leader Trainee role! We're hiring immediately and are focused and dedicated to your success! We offer full-time hours and a valuable management and leadership experience with competitive pay.
What we bring:
  • A focus and dedication to your success! We are committed to ensuring our employees receive proper training so they can confidently provide excellent customer service to our customers every time they visit.
  • A strong "promote from within" philosophy providing advancement opportunities for all levels.

Our benefits include:
  • 401k Plan (US only)
  • RRSP Plan (Canada only)
  • Premium pay for holidays worked
  • Paid PTO Plans
  • Comprehensive Health Coverage
  • Monthly bonus/incentive potential
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Adoption Assistance (US only)

What you bring:
  • Desire to oversee and provide customer service leadership, training, and coaching, alongside the Restaurant Leader, for all restaurant employees.
  • Ability to oversee the restaurant condition and ensure that it complies with company policies and procedures as well as Health Department Standards.
  • Strength ensuring proper preparations, presentation, and freshness of all foodservice products.
  • Demonstrated ability to use P&L and store reports to affect change.
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
  • Proficient computer knowledge (Microsoft products preferred Word, Excel).
  • A High School diploma or GED is preferred, but not required for candidates that have at least one year of Restaurant Management experience.
  • The ability to multi-task, perform repeated bending, standing, reaching, and occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds.

7-Eleven, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to workplace diversity.
A copy of the complete job description, which includes the minimum requirements and essential functions of the position, is available on request.
If an hourly or salary range is included in this ad it represents the range 7-Eleven in good faith believes is the range of compensation for this role at the time of this posting. The Company may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in this state. This range may be modified in the future. No amount is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable under the terms and conditions of the applicable policies and plans. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, long-term incentive compensation, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.
For a general description of all benefits 7-Eleven is offering in the US for the position, please visit this link.
For a general description of all benefits 7-Eleven is offering in Canada for the position, please visit this link.

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About 7-Eleven

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As the world’s first convenience store, our top priority has always been to give customers the most convenient experience possible to consistently meet their needs. 7-Eleven aims to be a one-stop shop for consumers – a place people can always rely on to deliver what they want, when, where, and how they want it.

Industry

Food services and drinking places

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Dallas, TX, US

Year founded

1927