Previous experience in oil and gas refining plant preferred. * Required Licenses or Specific Training: Valid driver's license from state of residence and TWIC card. Proficiency in the care and use of ...
Previous experience in oil and gas refining plant preferred. * Required Licenses or Specific Training: Valid driver's license from state of residence and TWIC card. Proficiency in the care and use of ...
Identify and develop new business opportunities across plant and refinery environments * Break into new facilities and establish relationships with plant managers, maintenance leaders, and operations ...
Identify and develop new business opportunities across plant and refinery environments * Break into new facilities and establish relationships with plant managers, maintenance leaders, and operations ...
Project Engineer
Paulsboro, NJ · On-site
$85K - $120K/yr
S.) in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university. • 3-5 years of engineering experience in a chemical plant, refinery, manufacturing facility, or similar industrial environment ...
Project Engineer
Paulsboro, NJ · On-site
$85K - $120K/yr
S.) in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university. • 3-5 years of engineering experience in a chemical plant, refinery, manufacturing facility, or similar industrial environment ...
Refinery Operator I
East Chicago, IN · On-site
Safety-Kleen is seeking a Refinery Operator to join our team in East Chicago, IN. This position ... Must be able to obtain a TWIC card is mandatory * 1-3 Years experience in a plant or industrial ...
Refinery Operator I
East Chicago, IN · On-site
Safety-Kleen is seeking a Refinery Operator to join our team in East Chicago, IN. This position ... Must be able to obtain a TWIC card is mandatory * 1-3 Years experience in a plant or industrial ...
REFINERY OPERATOR IA-Louisville, KY Join our Global Team at our Louisville, KY Manufacturing ... We specialize in sustainably sourced plant-based oils that are used by major manufacturers in ...
REFINERY OPERATOR IA-Louisville, KY Join our Global Team at our Louisville, KY Manufacturing ... We specialize in sustainably sourced plant-based oils that are used by major manufacturers in ...
REFINERY OPERATOR IA
Louisville, KY · On-site
REFINERY OPERATOR IA-Louisville, KY Join our Global Team at our Louisville, KY Manufacturing ... We specialize in sustainably sourced plant-based oils that are used by major manufacturers in ...
REFINERY OPERATOR IA
Louisville, KY · On-site
REFINERY OPERATOR IA-Louisville, KY Join our Global Team at our Louisville, KY Manufacturing ... We specialize in sustainably sourced plant-based oils that are used by major manufacturers in ...
Safety-Kleen is seeking a Refinery Operator to join our team in East Chicago, IN. This position ... Must be able to obtain a TWIC card is mandatory * 1-3 Years experience in a plant or industrial ...
Safety-Kleen is seeking a Refinery Operator to join our team in East Chicago, IN. This position ... Must be able to obtain a TWIC card is mandatory * 1-3 Years experience in a plant or industrial ...
Refinery Operator I
East Chicago, IN · On-site
Safety-Kleen is seeking a Refinery Operator to join our team in East Chicago, IN. This position ... Must be able to obtain a TWIC card is mandatory * 1-3 Years experience in a plant or industrial ...
Refinery Operator I
East Chicago, IN · On-site
Safety-Kleen is seeking a Refinery Operator to join our team in East Chicago, IN. This position ... Must be able to obtain a TWIC card is mandatory * 1-3 Years experience in a plant or industrial ...
Industrial, plant, refinery, or manufacturing site. * Some weekend, on-call, or extended hours may be required depending on operational needs.
Industrial, plant, refinery, or manufacturing site. * Some weekend, on-call, or extended hours may be required depending on operational needs.
Paper Mill Project Manager
Ontario, CA · On-site
Industrial, plant, refinery, or manufacturing site. * Some weekend, on-call, or extended hours may be required depending on operational needs.
Paper Mill Project Manager
Ontario, CA · On-site
Industrial, plant, refinery, or manufacturing site. * Some weekend, on-call, or extended hours may be required depending on operational needs.
REFINERY OPERATOR IA-Louisville, KY Join our Global Team at our Louisville, KY Manufacturing ... We specialize in sustainably sourced plant-based oils that are used by major manufacturers in ...
REFINERY OPERATOR IA-Louisville, KY Join our Global Team at our Louisville, KY Manufacturing ... We specialize in sustainably sourced plant-based oils that are used by major manufacturers in ...
Janitor Foreman
$13 - $16.50/hr
... plant, refinery, or industrial manufacturing environment preferred Familiarity with industrial cleaning equipment (Burnishers, single disc strippers, vacuums, and carpet cleaners, etc.) Working ...
Janitor Foreman
$13 - $16.50/hr
... plant, refinery, or industrial manufacturing environment preferred Familiarity with industrial cleaning equipment (Burnishers, single disc strippers, vacuums, and carpet cleaners, etc.) Working ...
Operator- Refinery
Arbuckle, CA · On-site
$28 - $34/hr
The Refinery Operator is a member of the Operations Team reporting directly to the Superintendent ... Report all accidents, incidents and near misses to the Superintendent of Operations and the Plant ...
Operator- Refinery
Arbuckle, CA · On-site
$28 - $34/hr
The Refinery Operator is a member of the Operations Team reporting directly to the Superintendent ... Report all accidents, incidents and near misses to the Superintendent of Operations and the Plant ...
Safety-Kleen is seeking a Refinery Operator to join our team in East Chicago, IN. This position ... Must be able to obtain a TWIC card is mandatory * 1-3 Years experience in a plant or industrial ...
Safety-Kleen is seeking a Refinery Operator to join our team in East Chicago, IN. This position ... Must be able to obtain a TWIC card is mandatory * 1-3 Years experience in a plant or industrial ...
Janitor Foreman
Luling, LA · On-site
$13 - $16.50/hr
... plant, refinery, or industrial manufacturing environment preferred • Familiarity with industrial cleaning equipment (Burnishers, single disc strippers, vacuums, and carpet cleaners, etc.) • ...
Janitor Foreman
Luling, LA · On-site
$13 - $16.50/hr
... plant, refinery, or industrial manufacturing environment preferred • Familiarity with industrial cleaning equipment (Burnishers, single disc strippers, vacuums, and carpet cleaners, etc.) • ...
Scaffold Superintendent
Baton Rouge, LA · On-site
$19.75 - $25.25/hr
Must have 8+ years of Scaffolding experience on offshore or land/plant/refinery jobs. * Must have 5+ years of Scaffold Supervisor experience on offshore or land/plant/refinery jobs. * Must have own ...
Quick apply
Scaffold Superintendent
Baton Rouge, LA · On-site
$19.75 - $25.25/hr
Must have 8+ years of Scaffolding experience on offshore or land/plant/refinery jobs. * Must have 5+ years of Scaffold Supervisor experience on offshore or land/plant/refinery jobs. * Must have own ...
Lead Operator - Oil Refinery
Rollinsford, NH · On-site
$35 - $38/hr
We are seeking a Lead Operator Oil Recycling for our Rollinsford NH Oil Re-Refinery; distilling ... plant preferred. * Monitoring tanks experience preferred. * Provide clear direction, task ...
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Lead Operator - Oil Refinery
Rollinsford, NH · On-site
$35 - $38/hr
We are seeking a Lead Operator Oil Recycling for our Rollinsford NH Oil Re-Refinery; distilling ... plant preferred. * Monitoring tanks experience preferred. * Provide clear direction, task ...
Scaffold Superintendent
Youngsville, LA · On-site
$18 - $23/hr
Must have 8+ years of Scaffolding experience on offshore or land/plant/refinery jobs. * Must have 5+ years of Scaffold Supervisor experience on offshore or land/plant/refinery jobs. * Must have own ...
Quick apply
Scaffold Superintendent
Youngsville, LA · On-site
$18 - $23/hr
Must have 8+ years of Scaffolding experience on offshore or land/plant/refinery jobs. * Must have 5+ years of Scaffold Supervisor experience on offshore or land/plant/refinery jobs. * Must have own ...
Refinery Technician
Sioux City, IA · On-site
$29/hr
Direct responsibility for operating and troubleshooting refining, bleaching, hydrogenation, deodorizer, utilities, wastewater plant processes, and the equipment that supports all the operation
Refinery Technician
Sioux City, IA · On-site
$29/hr
Direct responsibility for operating and troubleshooting refining, bleaching, hydrogenation, deodorizer, utilities, wastewater plant processes, and the equipment that supports all the operation
Plant Engineer
Linden, NJ · On-site
In addition to generating electricity, the plant provides process steam to the refinery. The plant is equipped with five GE 7EA gas turbine generators and one GE 7FA gas turbine generator, each ...
Plant Engineer
Linden, NJ · On-site
In addition to generating electricity, the plant provides process steam to the refinery. The plant is equipped with five GE 7EA gas turbine generators and one GE 7FA gas turbine generator, each ...
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| Credentials | Relevant certifications, technical degrees, safety training | Similar certifications, safety training, technical knowledge |
| Work Environment | Refineries, chemical plants, industrial facilities | Refineries, power plants, manufacturing sites |
| Industry Usage | Commonly used in oil, chemical, and petrochemical industries | Used across various industrial sectors including energy and manufacturing |
Plant Refinery and Plant Operator roles share similar credentials and work environments, often within the same industries like oil and chemical processing. While Plant Refinery roles may involve more specialized tasks related to refining processes, Plant Operators focus on operating and maintaining plant equipment. Both positions require safety training and technical knowledge, making them closely related in the industrial sector.
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Part-time
Posted 22 days ago
Job description
Total Safety is looking for a CCSM Operator I to join their safety conscious team! The CCSM Operator I with preform maintenance, repair, cleaning and sensor change-outs on various types of equipment and gas monitoring systems. Returns monitoring equipment to active status within established time. Travel is required with TWIC card.
This job is 100% travel and will require per diem verification documents, valid Driver's License and ability to Drive for the Company. (Utility bill in your name or name on the bill that matches your Driver's License).
Total Safetyis the world's premier provider of integrated safety and compliance services and the products necessary to support them, including gas detection, respiratory protection, safety training, fire protection, compliance and inspection, industrial hygiene, onsite emergency medical treatment/paramedics, communications systems, engineered systems design, and materials management. Our Core Values are People, Safety & Wellbeing, Accountability, Responsibility, Empowerment, Honesty, Transparency, and Integrity.
Essential Duties:
- Performs calibration procedures on gas monitors.
- Learns to install service and repair SPM cabinets and confined-space communications equipment.
- Completes all documentation associated with service in a timely and accurate manner and obtains signature from customer if necessary so that proper documentation can be provided to customer. This includes all inspection and repair documents.
- Assists others including stocking shelves with clean, tested and ready to use equipment and pulling, staging and loading jobs onto trucks for delivery. Maintains work area and other areas in a clean and orderly condition.
- Performs basic maintenance and care of assigned vehicle and/or trailer.
- Follows all steps required before allowing work per guidelines and procedures specific to work being performed. Ensured that all workers have on the PPE (Personal Protection Equipment) specified on the permit.
- Follows all procedures while work is in progress. Keeps visual and/or verbal communication with crew. Observes work conditions and maintains awareness of anything that could endanger the workers.
- Conducts job completion routine and completes all documentation per procedure.
Skills and Experience:
- Education: High School Diploma or GED preferred.
- Previous experience in oil and gas refining plant preferred.
- Required Licenses or Specific Training: Valid driver’s license from state of residence and TWIC card. Proficiency in the care and use of all site specific, facility and customer required Personal Protection Equipment (PPE). Trained in Respiratory Protection and fully certified to wear respiratory breathing equipment (Fit Tested).
- Other Required Skills, Knowledge or Abilities: Ability to read, write and comprehend English (operational, process, safety and quality instructions and work permits and Plant / Refinery Confined space entry procedures). Second language is a plus.
- Ability to quickly grasp training and pass certifications to work in-plant.
- Ability to operate equipment including atmospheric monitoring meters (O2, H2S, CO & LEL); radios and familiarity with plant equipment where work is being performed is helpful.
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
- Ability to quickly become proficient in the care and use of all site specific, facility required Personal Protection Equipment.
- Must be able to work outdoors in an industrial environment.
- Must demonstrate ability to work in a team environment and willingness to assume additional or new responsibilities readily.
- Interpersonal Communications: Ability to read, write and comprehend English (operational, process, safety and quality instructions and work permits and Plant / Refinery Confined Space entry procedures). Second language is a plus. Must have good communication skills (verbal, written and interpersonal) and have confidence to tell someone that they may not perform work if conditions or procedures are not safe. Contacts with immediate associates and immediate supervisor for instructions, training and guidance. Frequent contact with customer and job site personnel so communication and interpersonal skills are critical to success.
Working Environment:
Industrial or shop environment. Frequently exposed to wet, humid, outside weather conditions and vibration. Works in some customer environments during later part of training. May be exposed to high pressure, chemicals, gas releases, or fire. The noise level in work environment is usually moderate.
Total Safety and its subsidiaries afford equal opportunity in employment to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, pregnancy, familial status, disability status, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected under Federal, State or Local law. Total Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer.