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City of St. Joseph

Plant Operator I

Saint Joseph, MO · On-site

$38K/yr

Plant Operator I DEPARTMENT: Public Works amp; Transportation DIVISION: Water Protection JOB TYPE ... Some overnight or day travel may be required for business purposes. Vacation and other leave ...

Morrow Renewables LLC

Gas Plant Operator

Weatherford, TX · On-site

$20 - $24/hr

  • Medical

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  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Plant Operator Purpose: Responsible for independent operation and maintenance of a renewable ... Overnight shift * Possible Overtime * Weekend availability Supplemental pay types: * Bonus pay ...

Morrow Renewables LLC

Gas Plant Operator

Weatherford, TX · On-site

$20 - $24/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Plant Operator Purpose: Responsible for independent operation and maintenance of a renewable ... Overnight shift * Overtime * Weekend availability Supplemental pay types: * Bonus pay License ...

Conewago

Portable Batch Plant Operator

Hanover, PA

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Conewago is currently seeking a Portable Batch Plant Field Operator to join our team. This position ... shift (overnight) and travel to job sites as needed in a company provided vehicle Training is ...

Conewago Enterprises

Portable Batch Plant Operator

Hanover, PA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

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  • Retirement

  • PTO

Conewago is currently seeking a Portable Batch Plant Field Operator to join our team. This position ... work 2nd shift (overnight) and travel to job sites as needed in a company provided vehicle · ...

Conewago Enterprises

Portable Batch Plant Operator

Hanover, PA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Conewago is currently seeking a Portable Batch Plant Field Operator to join our team. This position ... overnight) and travel to job sites as needed in a company provided vehicle • Training is ...

Koch Industries

Pilot Plant Operator - 2nd Shift

Wichita, KS · On-site

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Your Job Koch-Glitsch is currently hiring for an R&D Pilot Plant Technician. In this role, you will ... This position is ideal for operators and technicians from refinery, chemical processing, oilfield ...

EcoLube Recovery

Refinery Operator

Portland, OR

$22 - $24/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a Refinery Operator, you will be an integral part of our operations, working alongside a team of ... Operate the plant through the HMI (Human Machine Interface) to ensure efficient production ...

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How much do overnight refinery plant operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for overnight refinery plant operator in the United States is $22.37, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $25.24 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Overnight Refinery Plant Operator vs Refinery Process Technician?

AspectOvernight Refinery Plant OperatorRefinery Process Technician
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; certifications in refinery operationsHigh school diploma or equivalent; certifications in process technology
Work Environment24/7 refinery operations, shift work, safety protocolsRefinery or plant environment, often shift-based, focus on process monitoring
Employer & Industry UsageOil and gas refining companies, petrochemical plantsRefineries, chemical manufacturing facilities

While both roles involve working in refinery environments and require similar certifications, the Overnight Refinery Plant Operator primarily manages daily plant operations during overnight shifts, focusing on equipment and safety. The Refinery Process Technician typically monitors and adjusts processes to optimize production, often working across shifts. Both roles are essential for refinery efficiency but differ in daily responsibilities and focus areas.

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Infographic showing various Overnight Refinery Plant Operator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 39% Full Time, 59% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $46,521 per year, or $22.4 per hour.

Operator, Plant (Vidor, TX)

Enterprise Products

Vidor, TX • On-site

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

Enterprise Products rating

9.2

Company rating: 9.2 out of 10

Based on 40 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

1st of 53 rated energy and utility

Job description

Description
Enterprise Products Partners L.P. is one of the largest publicly traded partnerships and a leading North American provider of midstream energy services to producers and consumers of natural gas, NGLs, crude oil, refined products and petrochemicals. Our services include: natural gas gathering, treating, processing, transportation and storage; NGL transportation, fractionation, storage and import and export terminals; crude oil gathering, transportation, storage and terminals; petrochemical and refined products transportation, storage and terminals; and a marine transportation business that operates primarily on the United States inland and Intracoastal Waterway systems. The partnership's assets include approximately 50,000 miles of pipelines; 260 million barrels of storage capacity for NGLs, crude oil, refined products and petrochemicals; and 14 billion cubic feet of natural gas storage capacity.
The Plant Operator at the Neches River Terminal in Vidor, TX is responsible for the day-to-day operations and maintenance of an LPG Refrigeration Unit and Marine Export Terminal. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  • Operate plant and pipeline equipment including, but not limited to: centrifugal natural gas compressors, pumps, fluid separation equipment, valves, measurement equipment, etc.
  • Operate plant equipment and system.
  • Start-up/shutdown of plant equipment.
  • Adjust controls to operate equipment in the recommended or prescribed operating ranges.
  • Visually inspect equipment and controls at periodic intervals to detect malfunctions or need for repair, adjustment or lubrication.
  • De-pressure equipment and piping in preparation for maintenance activities.
  • Operate valves.
  • Monitor plant and pipeline operations and respond to emergency or upset conditions.
  • Operate under Process Safety Management (PSM) as required.
  • Implement safe work practices and participate in proactive safety culture while ensuring safety for the employee, public and environment at all times.
  • Ensure regulatory compliance and record keeping requirements are met and continually monitored.
  • Read, monitor and record various operating conditions such as pressure, temperature, hours of operations, fuel consumed, water levels, etc.
  • Perform minor maintenance on equipment including, but not limited to: reciprocating natural gas compressors, fluid separation equipment, valves, etc.
  • Monitor, remove and replace filters, oil, chemicals, other lubricating fluids, gaskets, and valves as needed.
  • Change gauges.
  • Maintain sites in a clean condition including picking up/taking out trash, control weeds and grassy areas, minor painting, etc.
  • Change out suction/discharge valves on natural gas compressors, light bulbs, and fuses.
  • Improve upon meeting the needs and demands of customers.
  • Direct and supervise contract labor involved in plant maintenance activities.
  • Plant Operator is responsible for issuing safe work permits.
  • Collaborate with direct supervisor on new and improved ideas associated with an evolving plant and pipeline system.
  • Work a rotating 12 hour shift schedule including nights, weekends and holidays.
  • Must be available for short notice "unscheduled" call out as well as "scheduled" call out.

Qualifications
The successful candidate will meet the following qualifications:
  • A minimum of a high school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent is required.
  • Technical certification or equivalent training in Process Technology or energy related field is preferred.
  • Must live and maintain permanent residence within a 1 hour commute to the Neches River Terminal.
  • Must be able to work a rotating DuPont shift schedule including nights, weekends and holidays.
  • Must be available for short notice "unscheduled" call out as well as "scheduled" call out.
  • Prior experience and/or knowledge of Cryo Plant Operations and Marine Terminal Operations is preferred.
  • Knowledge of the operation, control and general design of various kinds of systems typically present in a processing or fractionation plant is preferred.
  • The ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, such as, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical solutions is required.
  • Basic computer skills such as: opening, creating and updating content in MS Word documents and Excel spreadsheets is required.
  • Ability to assume responsibility, be flexible, perform duties and handle multiple tasks under potentially stressful and/or hazardous conditions.
  • The ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, with other individuals, teams, customers, and stakeholders of the business, at various levels of the organization, in a business like and professional manner is required.
  • Takes initiative and is proactive in addressing issues. Quickly and efficiently completes tasks.
  • Must have the ability to function well in a team environment.
  • Must have the ability to demonstrate conscientiousness, dependability and commitment to the role, team and company.
  • The ability to work in a fast paced environment with less definition, policy, and bureaucracy.
  • Works indoors and outdoors in and around industrial and electrical equipment.
  • Works in temperature extremes due to weather conditions and operating equipment.
  • Must be able to use physical force to lift, push, pull and hold equipment and tools.
  • Must be able to climb and work at various heights and may work in a standing, sitting, lying down, crouched or kneeling position.
  • Routinely reacts to visual, aural and other signals, including alarms and instructions, and is required to visually inspect work.
  • May work in confined spaces (i.e., tanks, between compressors, vessels).
  • Must adhere to Enterprise Respiratory Program and be able to wear respiratory devices for extended periods of time when needed.
  • Successful candidate will be required to attend all company sponsored training (local and out of town)
  • Must be able to regularly bend, stoop, move from ground level to higher levels, raise/lift from ground level and lift up to 50 lbs., manually transport a load up to 75 lbs., and apply up to 100 foot pounds of torque.

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