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Refinery Maintenance Jobs in Kansas (NOW HIRING)

Basic Function HF Sinclair is seeking a Refinery Planning Optimizer based in El Dorado, KS. In this ... Maintains good working relationships with all Commercial teams. * Manages intermediate feedstock ...

Basic Function HF Sinclair is seeking a Refinery Planning Optimizer based in El Dorado, KS. In this ... Maintains good working relationships with all Commercial teams. * Manages intermediate feedstock ...

Basic Function HF Sinclair is seeking a Refinery Planning Optimizer based in El Dorado, KS. In this ... Maintains good working relationships with all Commercial teams. * Manages intermediate feedstock ...

Minimum of one (1) year of mechanical, industrial or refinery maintenance experience. General knowledge of basic hand tools. Must be able to pass equipment test and visual observation of operating ...

Basic Function HF Sinclair is seeking a Refinery Planning Optimizer based in El Dorado, KS. In this ... Maintains good working relationships with all Commercial teams. * Manages intermediate feedstock ...

Industrial Electrician

Emporia, KS

$22.25 - $28.75/hr

Minimum of four (4) years or more of refinery maintenance/turnaround/or construction experience. * Good understanding of the craft environment being supervised and knowledge of basic hand tools.

Minimum of one (3) year of mechanical, industrial or refinery maintenance experience. Must have an NCCER Advance Rigger Cert. Must have the ability to read, write, and communicate effectively.

Main point of contact between Shipping & Receiving, Maintenance and our Laboratory Groups. Ensure ... Monitors, manages, and reports overall production of refinery verses plan. Why work for Safety ...

Millwright Foreman

Emporia, KS · On-site

$21 - $27.50/hr

Must have a minimum of four (4) years or more in refinery maintenance/turnaround/or construction experience. * Must have a general knowledge of basic hand and power tools. * Must be able to assemble ...

Pipe Welder

Emporia, KS

$21.75 - $26.75/hr

Minimum of five (5) years or more in refinery maintenance/turnaround/or construction experience. A general knowledge of basic hand tools. Must be able to pass Weld Test and have practical welding ...

Main point of contact between Shipping & Receiving, Maintenance and our Laboratory Groups. Ensure ... Monitors, manages, and reports overall production of refinery verses plan. Why work for Safety ...

Maintenance Technician

Hiawatha, KS · On-site

$30 - $35.19/hr

Communicate with Breaker, Refining, Maintenance, QA/lab, and other departments to insure continual process. * Install, maintain, troubleshoot and repair pumps, conveyors, gearboxes, flue pipes, water ...

Minimum of one (3) year of mechanical, industrial or refinery maintenance experience. General knowledge of basic hand tools. Must be able to pass equipment test and visual observation of operating ...

Millwright

Emporia, KS · On-site

$21 - $27.50/hr

Minimum of three (3) years or more in refinery maintenance/turnaround/ power plant or construction experience. A general knowledge of basic hand tools. Must be able to pass the written Millwright ...

Refinery Process Operator

Hugoton, KS · On-site

$17.25 - $21.75/hr

Operates various process controls and machinery; adjust as required to maintain the process ... Refinery experience preferred * Ability to learn process operating parameters and control system ...

Refinery Process Operator

Hugoton, KS

$17.25 - $21.75/hr

Operates various process controls and machinery; adjust as required to maintain the process ... Refinery experience preferred * Ability to learn process operating parameters and control system ...

Minimum of three (3) years or more in refinery maintenance/turnaround/or construction experience * Sets up hoisting equipment for raising and placing structural-steel members. * Ability to Load ...

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How much do refinery maintenance jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for refinery maintenance in Kansas is $28.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.58 and $34.09 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a refinery maintenance?

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 refinery maintenance, 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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Infographic showing various Refinery Maintenance job openings in Kansas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 81% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,561 per year, or $28.2 per hour.

Refinery Planning Optimizer

HF Sinclair

El Dorado, KS • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 17 days ago


HF Sinclair rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 36 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

10th of 86 rated oil and gas companies


Job description

Basic Function

HF Sinclair is seeking a Refinery Planning Optimizer based in El Dorado, KS. In this role, you will conduct complex oil flow planning, scheduling, optimization, economic analysis, and transportation assignments related to the El Dorado refinery operation under minimal supervision.

Job Duties
  • Interacts with Operations, Process Engineering, Commercial, and Turnaround teams regularly to discuss optimization opportunities.
  • Issues the day-to-day instructions to the refinery team and is a resource when questions arise.
  • Manages the daily optimization activities to ensure the refinery is operating at plan feed rates and quality targets to maximize profit.
  • Interacts with the Crude Supply, Marketing, Heavy Oils Marketing, and Optimization Commercial teams. Maintains good working relationships with all Commercial teams.
  • Manages intermediate feedstock inventories to stay within operating envelope and oil flow plans.
  • Participates in daily/weekly teleconferences for products and feedstocks optimizations and provides ad-hoc analysis for real-time decision making.
  • Coordinates with Midstream to ensure tank maintenance plans mesh well with refinery oil flow and maintenance event schedules.
  • Coordinates and implements corrective actions and adjusts oil flow plan to mitigate impact of unplanned events.
  • Uses the LP model to update the monthly plan with weekly price updates and reports any shift in economic incentives for products and crude oil grades.
  • Uses the LP model to develop the monthly production forecast (MPF) that is used to set up the monthly product pipeline schedules.
  • Uses the LP model to develop the monthly oil flow plan and meets with RLT for review and approval. Communicates the monthly oil flow plan to individuals and teams throughout the organization.
  • Communicates with Operations regarding planned maintenance activities and adjusts operating conditions as needed to accommodate taking equipment off-line planned work.
  • Works with the Economics and Planning team to determine lost profit opportunity (LPO) estimates for current refinery events and monthly reporting purposes.
  • Uses the LP model to determine unit rate valuations each month and reports out to the organization.
  • Uses the LP model to determine gasoline blend values used to determine quality giveaway each month.
  • Participates in meetings with the Operations Business Teams.
  • Maintains the refinery outage and turnaround schedule.
  • Works with Operations to develop oil flow plans for planned outages and turnarounds and communicates the plan with the refinery team.
  • Backs up the Blending Specialist as needed.
  • Occasionally requires off-hours support to operations, Commercial, and third party companies.

     Special assignments or tasks assigned to the employee by their supervisor, as determined from time to time in their sole and complete discretion.

Experience

A minimum of 5 years of on-the-job experience in refinery operations, process engineering, or other relevant experience is required.

Education Level

A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience (in lieu of a four year degree), is required.

Required Skills
  • Understands supply chain economics and refining processes.
  • Knowledge of petroleum qualities and lab testing methods is beneficial.
  • Ability to provide clear direction to multiple parties regarding feasibility while keeping economic considerations in the forefront.
  • Capability to work on multiple issues in parallel and make decisions with incomplete information.
  • Resilient under pressure.
  • This position is on the front line guiding the site to meet customer commitments and maximize margin.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft products and ability to learn to use other relevant software (Petro, Spiral Software, BLEND).
  • Strong communication skills, and ability to perform mathematical calculations.
  • Ability to foster strong teamwork and maintain good working relationships with multiple teams throughout the organization.
Supervisory/Managerial Responsibility

None required.

Work Conditions

Primarily office based, but some field presence required at times. Petroleum refinery, and plant environment including but not limited chemicals, pressure vessels, tanks and rotating equipment. Subject to all weather and varying road conditions.

Benefits
HF Sinclair offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families. Our benefits include, but are not limited to, the following:
  • Medical Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Paid Time-Off
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with match
  • Educational Reimbursement
  • Parental Bonding Time
  • Employee Discounts
We are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment, ensuring our employees have the resources needed to thrive professionally and personally. Benefit eligibility is governed by official plan documents, for more details visit Total Rewards.
Our One HF Sinclair Culture:
At HF Sinclair, we are united through our One HF Sinclair Culture, which is underpinned by our five core values of Safety, Integrity, Teamwork, Ownership and Inclusion. Developed to empower our people, our five core cultural values are at the heart of everything we do and extend to how we engage our stakeholders. These values influence our decisions, shape our behaviors and keep us connected across the entire organization. We maintain a true Safety culture for our employees, communities, environments and customers. Our goal is to make sure everyone returns home safely each day. We have a long-standing commitment to Integrity and ethical behavior and do what is right for our employees, investors, communities and the environment. We encourage employees to Step Up and Stand Out by championing a culture of Teamwork and Ownership. We foster a culture of Inclusion by encouraging diversity of experiences, viewpoints and backgrounds. What makes each of us different, together makes us stronger.
About HF Sinclair Corporation
HF Sinclair Corporation, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, is an independent energy company that produces and markets high-value light products such as gasoline, diesel fuel, jet fuel, renewable diesel and other specialty products. HF Sinclair owns and operates refineries located in Kansas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Wyoming, Washington and Utah and markets its refined products principally in the Southwest U.S., the Rocky Mountains extending into the Pacific Northwest and in other neighboring Plains states. HF Sinclair supplies high-quality fuels to more than 1,500 branded stations and licenses the use of the Sinclair brand at more than 300 additional locations throughout the country. In addition, subsidiaries of HF Sinclair produce and market base oils and other specialized lubricants in the U.S., Canada and the Netherlands, and export products to more than 80 countries. Through its subsidiaries, HF Sinclair produces renewable diesel at two of its facilities in Wyoming and also at its facility in Artesia, New Mexico. HF Sinclair provides petroleum product and crude oil transportation, terminalling, storage and throughput services to its refineries and the petroleum industry.
Equal Opportunity Employer

HF Sinclair Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other prohibited ground of discrimination.


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