Refinery Process Operator Jobs in Houston, TX (NOW HIRING)

Backed by an over 130-year history, Ecovyst has evolved into a platform of leading sulfur solutions united by a shared commitment to reliability, innovation, and performance. We have carefully cultivated our reputation as a premier provider of virgin sulfuric acid, sulfuric acid regeneration services, and sulfuric acid derivatives. We provide specialty grade high-purity virgin sulfuric acid for a number of diverse and growing end uses. Among them are mining, particularly copper for electronics applications, production of electric vehicles and the ongoing expansion of data centers across the globe, and industrial applications including our customers’ production of nylon precursors, production of lead acid batteries for all types of vehicles, industrial and municipal water treatment, and refining and petrochemical processes.

• Ecoservices provides sulfuric acid regeneration, produces virgin sulfuric acid, and offers chemical waste handling and treatment services
• Calabrian produces high-value sulfur dioxide and derivative solutions, enabling us to serve a broader set of essential industries
• Chem32 sulfides and activates catalysts for refining and renewable fuel processes

What we offer:

• Competitive pay
• Full benefit package
• 401k matching
• Tuition Reimbursement

Position Overview:

The Process Technician for Ecoservices in Baytown, TX is responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of all plant equipment while adhering to established procedures and maintaining a strong commitment to safety and environmental responsibility. This is a hands-on role in a rotating shift environment with opportunities for advancement, to also fill in for the Production Manager in their absence.

What you will be doing:

• Perform all job duties in strict adherence to safety protocols, procedures, and regulatory requirements
• Handle hazardous chemicals and waste in full compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations
• Monitors condition of unit and troubleshoots when parameters are found to be out of normal operating range
• Maintais log of gauge readings and shift production using either paper or electronic logs (iProcess)
• Inspects fire extinguishers, respiratory protections equipment, and safety showers
• Perform chemical tests on product sample to ensure conformance with specifications, using standard test equipment, materials, and procedure
• Inspect equipment in unit to determine location and nature of malfunction, such as leaks, breakage, and faulty valves. Complete electronic work orders (SAP) for maintenance repairs
• Prepare equipment for maintenance by following Lock out Tag out procedures
• Ensure SOPs / COPs / EOPs and good operating practices accurate and followed
• Review all management of changes, accident/incident reports, shift log and operating instructions (both unit and Treatment Services)
• Works with contractors and engineers in the unit; be involved in the projects, HAZOPS, Audits, (etc.) as needed
• Inspect and monitor environmental, gas leaks and housekeeping within the unit
• Perform any other duties/projects as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and a minimum of 7-10+ years of operational/process technology experience as a sulfuric acid operator, and prior sulfuric acid loading experience is preferred: and 1-year Process Technology certificate from a college or technical school, with the above experience
• Must have the ability to obtain Transportation Worker’s Identification Credentials (TWIC)
• Basic computer skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Able to wear appropriate PPE and respiratory protection including supplied air
• Able to perform under stress when confronted with emergency, critical, unusual or dangerous situations or with situations in which speed and sustained attention are required aspects of the job