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CHS, Inc.

Refinery Operator/Maintenance

Mcpherson, KS · On-site

$40.49/hr

We are looking qualified and motivated individuals to support our Refinery Operations and Maintenance functions. Successful candidates will operate and maintain operating units in a safe and ...

calumet

Maintenance Manager

Great Falls, MT

As a key member of the refinery leadership team, the Maintenance Manager leads a multidisciplinary organization that includes maintenance execution, inspection, reliability, turnarounds, and ...

CHS, Inc.

Union Refinery Pipe Welder

Mcpherson, KS

$50.69/hr

We are looking for a Union Refinery Pipe Welder to perform welding tasks with a high level of ... Maintain a clean shop and work area. * Climb ladders and stairways to perform duties to heights of ...

Twin Rivers Technologies.

Refinery Operator

Quincy, MA · On-site

$22 - $26/hr

A Refinery Technician mans a computerized control system on one or more of the refinery systems ... Enter work orders into the electronic maintenance tracking system. * Draw product samples and ...

ASR Group

Millwright

Crockett, CA · On-site

$40.99/hr

Responsible for providing maintenance services through the refinery. * Performs mechanical trouble shooting and repairs. * Perform routine and preventative maintenance services, including ...

Florida Crystals / ASR Group

Millwright

Crockett, CA · On-site

$40.99/hr

Responsible for providing maintenance services through the refinery. * Performs mechanical trouble shooting and repairs. * Perform routine and preventative maintenance services, including ...

Twin Rivers Technologies.

Refinery Operator

Quincy, MA · On-site

$22 - $26/hr

A Refinery Technician mans a computerized control system on one or more of the refinery systems ... Enter work orders into the electronic maintenance tracking system. * Draw product samples and ...

CHS, Inc.

Union Refinery Pipe Welder

Mcpherson, KS · On-site

$50.69/hr

We are looking for a Union Refinery Pipe Welder to perform welding tasks with a high level of ... Maintain a clean shop and work area. * Climb ladders and stairways to perform duties to heights of ...

EcoLube Recovery

Refinery Operator

Portland, OR

$22 - $24/hr

Regularly clean and inspect system equipment to maintain operational standards. * Develop a working knowledge of a variety of equipment used in the refinery process. * Participate in plant ...

Octanner

Refinery Technician

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

Operate, monitor, and maintain refinery and fabrication equipment in accordance with established SOPs. * Work across multiple production areas, including incineration, gasfurnace melting, casting ...

ADAMS GROUP INC MASTER

Operator- Refinery

Arbuckle, CA · On-site

$28 - $34/hr

The Refinery Operator is a member of the Operations Team reporting directly to the Superintendent ... Learn and maintain proper use of personal protection equipment (P.P.E.) * Report all accidents ...

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Twin Rivers Technologies

Refinery Operator

Quincy, MA

$22 - $26/hr

A Refinery Technician mans a computerized control system on one or more of the refinery systems ... Enter work orders into the electronic maintenance tracking system. * Conduct shift turnover with ...

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How much do refinery maintenance jobs pay per hour?

As of May 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for refinery maintenance in the United States is $31.57, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.08 and $38.22 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Refinery Maintenance job?

A Refinery Maintenance job involves inspecting, repairing, and maintaining equipment and infrastructure in an oil refinery to ensure safe and efficient operations. Responsibilities may include working on pumps, compressors, heat exchangers, pipelines, and other critical systems. Workers follow strict safety protocols and schedules to minimize downtime and prevent equipment failures. Strong mechanical skills, problem-solving abilities, and adherence to industry regulations are essential for success in this role.

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

To thrive in Refinery Maintenance, you need strong mechanical aptitude, technical troubleshooting abilities, and experience with industrial equipment, often backed by a relevant technical diploma or apprenticeship. Competence with tools such as vibration analyzers, CMMS (computerized maintenance management systems), and certifications like OSHA safety training are highly valued. Attention to detail, teamwork, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for this role. These skills ensure safe, efficient, and reliable maintenance operations in a hazardous, high-stakes refinery environment.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of someone working in refinery maintenance?

Refinery maintenance professionals are responsible for inspecting, repairing, and maintaining equipment such as pumps, valves, compressors, and piping systems to ensure optimal operation. Their day often involves troubleshooting mechanical or electrical issues, performing preventive maintenance tasks, and responding to emergency repairs as needed. They work closely with engineers, operators, and safety teams to coordinate work and minimize downtime. This fast-paced role requires strict adherence to safety protocols and accurate documentation of maintenance activities, making it both challenging and highly rewarding.
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Refinery Operator/Maintenance

Refinery Operator/Maintenance

CHS, Inc.

Mcpherson, KS • On-site

$40.49/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago

CHS Inc. rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 34 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

54th of 336 rated logistics

Job description

CHS Inc. is a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers and cooperatives across the United States that provides grain, food and energy resources to businesses and consumers around the world. We serve agriculture customers and consumers across the United States and around the world. Most of our employees are in the United States, but today we have employees in 19 countries. At CHS, we are creating connections to empower agriculture.
Summary
CHS has an exciting opportunity at our oil refinery facility in McPherson, Kansas. We are looking qualified and motivated individuals to support our Refinery Operations and Maintenance functions. Successful candidates will operate and maintain operating units in a safe and efficient manner and report any variation to the norms established for safe operating procedure. You must be a detail-oriented, results-driven individual with strong mechanical aptitude and a commitment to safety, quality, and precision. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, a strong commitment to operational excellence, and the ability to work in both a team environment and on self-directed tasks are required.
This position will require:
  • Minimum skill level of Silver on the Kansas WORKReady! Certificate or ACT National Career Readiness Certificate.
  • PLEASE NOTE - Certificate must be attached to your application in order for candidate to be considered.

Compensation Data
  • Salary $40.49
  • This is a Union role wages are based on a collective bargaining agreement

Responsibilities
  • Read meters and gauges or automatic recording devices at specified intervals to verify operating conditions.
  • Record data such as temperature of equipment, hours of operation, fuel consumed, temperature or pressure, water levels, analysis of flue gases, voltage load and generator balance.
  • Adjust manual controls or override automatic controls to bring equipment into recommended or prescribed operating ranges, switch to backup equipment or systems, or to shut down equipment as needed.
  • Visually inspect equipment at periodic intervals to detect malfunctions or need for repair, adjustment or lubrication.
  • Oil and lubricate equipment.
  • Record operation and maintenance actions taken during shift in operator's logbook.
  • Maintain communication by radio with other operators, maintenance and engineering personnel as needed to troubleshoot abnormal unit processes.
  • Perform general Labor to support specialized craft work.
  • Perform other duties as required.
  • Maintain and promote a strong safety culture and follow all safety policies, procedures, and regulations. Identify and communicate workplace hazards and correct or seek assistance in correcting unsafe actions or conditions

Minimum Qualifications (required)
  • Minimum skill level of Silver on the Kansas WORKReady! Certificate or ACT National Career Readiness Certificate. PLEASE NOTE - Certificate must be attached to application in order for candidate to be considered.
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts (nights and days), including weekends and holidays. (Refinery operations run 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.)
  • Ability to follow written procedures and verbal instructions
  • Proficient understanding and application of mechanical principles
  • Understanding of and/or ability to learn physical and chemical scientific principles
  • Ability to read and interpret gauges to provide detailed written and verbal documentation. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
  • Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations
  • Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
  • Acceptable results on all pre-employment testing and pre-employment background screening

Additional Qualifications
  • Additional education, experience, and/or training in refinery process technology and/or refining process systems
  • Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry

Physical Requirements
  • Ability to wear PPE, including respirator
  • Ability to perform physical work in all weather conditions
  • Ability to climb ladders and work to heights of 200 feet
  • Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
  • Ability to talk and hear
  • Ability to stand, sit, walk, climb, and balance

CHS offers a competitive total rewards package. Compensation and benefits are subject to the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, life insurance, health and dependent care spending accounts, paid time off, 401(k), pension, and disability, subject to any relevant provisions in the applicable collective bargaining agreement and subject to the eligibility requirements for each benefit plan.
CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability.
Please note that any communication from a CHS recruiter would be sent using a chsinc.com email address. In addition, a CHS recruiter will not ask for confidential information over the phone or in an email, or request money from a candidate involved in an offer process. If you have questions regarding an employment opportunity, please reach out to chscareers@chsinc.com; to verify that the communication is from CHS.

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