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Deer Park Refining Limited Partnership

Machinist

Deer Park, TX · On-site

$19.50 - $26.75/hr

PEMEX Deer Park provides a diverse and inclusive work environment that employs approximately 1000 ... safe operating practices, including manual mills and lathes, horizontal boring mills, surface ...

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As of Jul 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for pemex operator in the United States is $20.07, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $22.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by Pemex Operators in their daily work, and how can they be addressed?

Pemex Operators often encounter challenges such as maintaining safety standards in high-risk environments, ensuring equipment reliability, and responding quickly to operational disruptions. To address these, operators receive rigorous safety training, follow strict protocols, and work closely with multidisciplinary teams including engineers and maintenance staff. Effective communication and problem-solving skills are essential, as operators must coordinate with others to resolve technical issues and keep operations running smoothly. Continuous learning and adaptability are key to handling evolving technologies and regulations within the company.

What are Pemex Operators?

Pemex Operators are professionals who work for Petróleos Mexicanos (Pemex), the state-owned petroleum company of Mexico. They are responsible for operating and monitoring equipment and systems involved in the extraction, production, and transportation of oil and gas. Their duties may include overseeing drilling operations, maintaining safety protocols, and ensuring efficient production processes. Pemex Operators play a critical role in maintaining the smooth and safe functioning of oil and gas facilities.

What is the difference between Pemex Operator vs Oil Rig Worker?

AspectPemex OperatorOil Rig Worker
CredentialsRelevant certifications, safety training, technical skillsSafety certifications, technical training, sometimes similar certifications
Work EnvironmentRefinery, processing plants, offshore platformsOffshore oil rigs, onshore drilling sites
Employer & IndustryPemex, Mexican oil industryOil companies, drilling contractors worldwide

Both Pemex Operators and Oil Rig Workers require safety certifications and technical skills. Pemex Operators typically work in refineries and processing plants, while Oil Rig Workers operate on offshore rigs or drilling sites. Although their roles differ in environment, they share similar industry credentials and safety standards, making them comparable in terms of training and industry usage.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Pemex Operator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Pemex Operator, you need technical expertise in oil and gas operations, strong mechanical aptitude, and a relevant technical or engineering diploma. Familiarity with industry-standard control systems, safety protocols, and certifications such as OSHA or HAZMAT are typically required. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective teamwork make someone stand out in this position. These skills are crucial to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant operation of complex energy infrastructure in high-risk environments.
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Machinist

Machinist

Deer Park Refining Limited Partnership

Deer Park, TX • On-site

$19.50 - $26.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Posted 28 days ago

Job description


Deer Park Refining Limited Partnership (DPRLP) known as PEMEX Deer Park is a highly complex refinery located 18 miles east of Houston in Deer Park, TX, and is a part of the PEMEX group which is a fully integrated oil company in the Americas, working across the entire value chain: exploration, production, industrial processing/refining, logistics and marketing. PEMEX Deer Park provides a diverse and inclusive work environment that employs approximately 1000 employees with another 1200 contractors on site. The refinery’s rated capacity is 340,000 barrels per day and has the feed flexibility to process multiple grades of crudes to produce the high-quality transportation fuels the world needs. The PEMEX Deer Park site is co-located with other 3rd party chemical facilities allowing for further integration and optimization of the refinery and its products. We set high standards of performance and ethical behaviors and offer challenging and fulfilling job opportunities in a number of fields. We take great pride in our ability to ensure the health and safety of our workers and the environment while being a good neighbor and have a positive impact on the local community where we work.

BENEFITS:

We value our employees’ time and efforts. Our commitment to your success is enhanced by our competitive compensation and an extensive benefits package including paid time off, medical, dental, and vision benefits, and future growth opportunities within the company. Plus, we work to maintain the best possible environment for our employees, where people can learn and grow with the company. We strive to provide a collaborative, creative environment where each person feels encouraged to contribute to our processes, decisions, planning and culture.


For more information, please visit our website: PEMEX


Job Summary

PEMEX Deer Park is hiring a 1st Class Machinist for its Central Shop. This is an opportunity to join a skilled Shop team supporting a complex refinery on the Houston Ship Channel. The successful candidate will contribute directly to the facility’s safe operation and reliability.


The Central Shop is responsible for the tear down, inspection, and repair of the facility’s rotating equipment. The Shop has a strong focus on centrifugal pumps, but other types of equipment worked on include screw pumps, positive displacement and diaphragm pumps, turbines, compressors, fans and various other machinery. All repairs are completed to PEMEX Deer Park Standards and industry best practices.


This position includes both shop work and field work within the refinery, as well as call outs and weekend work when necessary. The normal shift is 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM.


Accountabilities & Responsibilities: 

In the Shop

The successful candidate will have an extensive machining background in a shop environment. They will have or be able to obtain:

  • proficiency with all shop machinery and associated safe operating practices, including manual mills and lathes, horizontal boring mills, surface grinders, radial drills, balance machines, saws, cutters, impact wrenches, various hand tools, and others
  • the ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
  • the ability to measure, calculate, and/or verify dimensions, runouts, and tolerances, including the use of both micrometers, calipers and various other measuring tools.
  • knowledge of the proper methods and sequences to machine components and features such as wear rings, pump cases/heads/covers, impeller trims, sleeves, shafts, threads, keyways, grinding parts flat/parallel, etc.
  • the ability to perform basic lifting and hoisting activities as a crane operator, rigger, and/or signal person using jib and overhead cranes


In addition to machining activities, a competitive candidate will have experience with the tear down, inspection, repair, and rebuilding of rotating equipment. This includes using both hand and powered tools to:

  • Disassemble equipment and components
  • Measure and document as-found/as-left dimensions and runouts
  • Remove and install sleeve and antifriction bearings
  • Remove and install mechanical seals
  • Replace soft goods


For both machining and equipment repair work activities, the successful candidate will be expected to gain an understanding of and be able to apply PEMEX Deer Park machinery repair standards and industry best practices to deliver high-quality repairs that support the reliability of the refinery.


In the Field

In addition to work activities in the Shop, the successful candidate may be required to participate in field work activities within the refinery. These activities may include lubricating, troubleshooting, removing, repairing, installing, and aligning rotating equipment or associated auxiliaries. Field work is executed under the Permit to Work process, often as part of a team alongside other Maintenance craftsmen and Operations personnel. Field work also often involves working behind energy isolation, including both process isolation and electrical isolation (e.g. Lock-Out, Tag-Out/LOTO).


In all work performed in the field or in the Shop, the successful candidate maintains a strong safety mindset, has the ability to apply knowledge and experience creatively to solve problems, can work both independently and as part of a larger maintenance team, and regularly embodies the site’s values: Lead with Heart, Live with Honor, Power Champions, and Stay Curious.



Qualifications:

Required:

  • Must possess a current driver’s license
  • Must have or be able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
  • Must have legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis without requiring sponsorship
  • Must maintain adherence to the company’s drug-free work environment and related policies, including pre-employment and random drug screenings
  • Must be able to work with a team in a union environment
  • Must be able to communicate effectively with colleagues, stakeholders, and customers verbally and/or through written means
  • Must possess strong organizational skills
  • Must be willing and able to work drafted overtime, including same-day overtime assignments, as required.



Job Knowledge, Skills & Experience


Education and Experience:

  • Minimum of 10 years demonstrated machinist experience in a plant or machine shop environment
  • Proficiency with manual machining equipment, precision measurement tools, and safe shop work practices


Preferred:

  • Experience with the teardown, inspection, repair, and rebuild of rotating equipment
  • Experience with the repair of ANSI and/or API pumps
  • Experience with installation, testing, and troubleshooting of mechanical seals
  • Experience working in a refinery, petrochemical plant, or similar industrial environment

Physical requirements:

  • Able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including respiratory protection
  • Able to work at heights and walk on high elevation grating
  • Able to climb ladders and stairs
  • Able to work in hot, cold, and/or inclement weather
  • Able to work in and/or around noisy areas and equipment
  • Able to stand, bend, kneel, and work in awkward positions
  • Able to perform duties in confined spaces and outdoors when required
  • Flexibility to occasionally work extended hours, nights, weekends, and/or holidays to support plant maintenance activities


The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

  • Occasional extended work hours during planned and unplanned events.
  • Must currently hold or be able to qualify to receive a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card. Note, information regarding TWIC qualification standards may be found at https://www.tsa.gov/forindustry/twic