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Aston Carter

Senior Contract Manager

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$45 - $60/hr

Take initiative to help establish and refine contracting playbooks, guidelines, and best practices where processes are not yet fully built out. Essential Skills * 7+ years of contracts experience ...

Allied Universal

Security Officer Refinery

Martinez, CA · On-site

$31.85/hr

Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, and/or contractors by carrying out security-related procedures, location-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a ...

Stepan Company

Contractor Administrator Manager

Elwood, IL · On-site

$139K/yr

... refining, or heavy industrial environments. * Demonstrated knowledge of safe work permitting, PSM/OSHA contractor safety, lockout/tagout, confined space, hot work, elevated work, and lifting/rigging ...

Stepan

Contractor Administrator Manager

Elwood, IL

$139K/yr

... refining, or heavy industrial environments. * Demonstrated knowledge of safe work permitting, PSM/OSHA contractor safety, lockout/tagout, confined space, hot work, elevated work, and lifting/rigging ...

Stepan

Contractor Administrator Manager

Elwood, IL · On-site

$139K/yr

... refining, or heavy industrial environments. * Demonstrated knowledge of safe work permitting, PSM/OSHA contractor safety, lockout/tagout, confined space, hot work, elevated work, and lifting/rigging ...

Allied Universal

Security Officer Refinery

Martinez, CA · On-site

$31.85/hr

Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, and/or contractors by carrying out security-related procedures, location-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a ...

Allied Universal

Security Officer Refinery

Martinez, CA

$31.85/hr

Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, and/or contractors by carrying out security-related procedures, location-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a ...

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Mizzen+Main

Design Contractor (Temporary)

Dallas, TX

ABOUT THE ROLE As a Design Contractor, you will be responsible for translating design concepts into ... Support the design team in refining silhouettes, selecting trims, and ensuring all technical ...

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How much do refinery contractor jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for refinery contractor in the United States is $37.26, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.47 and $48.80 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Refinery Contractor position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Refinery Contractor, you need a strong background in industrial construction, project management, and understanding of refinery processes, often supported by relevant trade certifications or degrees. Familiarity with safety management systems, industry-specific tools and equipment, and certifications such as OSHA or API are commonly required. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication can set you apart in coordinating with diverse teams and navigating complex projects. These competencies ensure that work is completed safely, efficiently, and to regulatory standards in demanding refinery environments.

What is a Refinery Contractor job?

A Refinery Contractor is a skilled professional or company hired to perform construction, maintenance, and repair work at oil refineries. They may specialize in welding, piping, structural fabrication, electrical work, or other industrial services. Their role ensures that refinery operations run safely, efficiently, and in compliance with industry regulations. Contractors often work on short-term projects or long-term maintenance contracts, depending on the refinery’s needs.

What are some typical daily responsibilities of a Refinery Contractor?

As a Refinery Contractor, your daily responsibilities may include overseeing maintenance, repairs, and installations within refinery units, coordinating with project managers and other contractors, and ensuring all work complies with safety and environmental regulations. You might also review project blueprints, manage schedules, supervise teams, and communicate with refinery staff about project updates or technical needs. Due to the industrial setting, you’ll be expected to participate in routine safety meetings and conduct inspections to identify and resolve hazards promptly. This hands-on, dynamic role ensures refinery operations run smoothly while maintaining high safety and quality standards.

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Delayed Coker Visbreaker Specialist - Refinery Experience Only

Delayed Coker Visbreaker Specialist - Refinery Experience Only

Aramco

Aurora, CO • On-site

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Aramco energizes the world economy.

Aramco occupies a special position in the global energy industry. We are one of the world's largest producers of hydrocarbon energy and chemicals, with among the lowest Upstream carbon intensities of any major producer.

With our significant investment in technology and infrastructure, we strive to maximize the value of the energy we produce for the world along with a commitment to enhance Aramco's value to society.

Headquartered in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and with offices around the world, we combine market discipline with a generations' spanning view of the future, born of our nine decades experience as responsible stewards of the Kingdom's vast hydrocarbon resources. This responsibility has driven us to deliver significant societal and economic benefits to not just the Kingdom, but also to a vast number of communities, economies, and countries that rely on the vital and reliable energy that we supply.

We are one of the most profitable companies in the world, as well as amongst the top five global companies by market capitalization.

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Delayed Coker/Visbreaker Engineering Specialist to join the Operation Engineering Solutions Department (OESD).

OESD's technical team is responsible for providing high-quality, multi-disciplinary support to Global Manufacturing operating facilities (Refineries, NGLF, and petrochemical plants) within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and globally.

Your primary role is to provide in-depth process engineering and operations expertise to monitor, optimize, and drive performance improvement programs for refineries' delayed Coker and visbreaker, including both remote and on-site technical advisory support, benchmarking, and technology knowledge management

Key Responsibilities

As the successful candidate you will be required to perform the following:

  • Conduct comprehensive performance reviews of existing delayed coker/visbreaker facilities, and analyze KPIs related to operability, profitability, reliability, and process safety.
  • Develop and present quarterly benchmarking reports with actionable improvement recommendations.
  • Provide hands-on support in implementing performance improvement initiatives, demonstrating measurable results in closing identified gaps from quarterly benchmarking reports.
  • Lead benchmarking and best practices exchange workshops among Global Manufacturing facilities (wholly-owned and affiliates), and facilitate knowledge sharing and continuous improvement in delayed coker/visbreaker technologies.
  • Deliver on-demand remote and field technical advisory support, including troubleshooting, optimization, debottlenecking, revamp, and upgrade activities and provide detailed service reports for each support activity.
  • Drive performance improvement programs that enhance process safety, optimize manufacturing costs, and increase plant reliability for delayed coker/visbreaker units.
  • Develop and implement best practices and standards for delayed coker/visbreaker engineering and maintenance, while ensuring alignment with industry standards and regulations.
  • Provide expert technical support to project teams and contractors for delayed coker/visbreaker engineering and procurement activities.
  • Coordinate with other disciplines (process, mechanical, instrumentation, and electrical) to ensure optimal performance and integration of delayed coker/visbreaker equipment.
  • Conduct regular audits and inspections of delayed coker/visbreaker equipment to ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality regulations and standards.
  • Evaluate and recommend new technologies and innovations for delayed coker/visbreaker improvement and optimization.
Minimum Requirements
  • You will hold a Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field. An advanced degree is preferred.
  • You will have a minimum of 15 years of experience across the refinery and/or petrochemical industry, with at least 10 years of hands-on experience in delayed coker/visbreaker specialty.
  • You will be able to optimize delayed coker/visbreaker operations, with specific examples of performance improvements achieved.
  • You will have comprehensive knowledge of delayed coker/visbreaker processes, equipment, and systems in refining and petrochemical industries.
  • You will have deep understanding of ASME Section VIII Divisions 1 & 2, ASME Section I, API-530, API-535, API-537, API-560, API-579, API-936, and NFPA standards applicable to fired equipment.
  • You will have Significant experience in inspection and failure analysis of delayed coker/visbreaker equipment.
  • You will have proficiency in basic and advanced NDE techniques related to delayed coker/visbreaker equipment.
  • High level of proficiency in using software tools related to delayed coker/visbreaker engineering and design, such as Aspen Hysys, ANSYS, and HTRI.
  • You will have knowledge of remaining life calculations for heater tubes and refractory design and repair.
  • You will have excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to prepare and present technical reports to various audiences.
  • You will also have strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.
Work Location and Work Schedule

Work location: Within Saudi Arabia – To be specified in Job offer

Work schedule: Full Time - To be specified in Job offer

Job Posting Duration

Job posting start date: 01/07/2026

Job posting end date: 12/31/2026

Working environment

Our high-performing employees are drawn by the challenging and rewarding professional, technical and industrial opportunities we offer, and are remunerated accordingly.

At Aramco, our people work on truly world-scale projects, supported by investment in capital and technology that is second to none. And because, as a global energy company, we are faced with addressing some of the world's biggest technical, logistical and environmental challenges, we invest heavily in talent development.

We have a proud history of educating and training our workforce over many decades. Employees at all levels are encouraged to improve their sector-specific knowledge and competencies through our workforce development programs – one of the largest in the world.

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