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How much do refinery rotating equipment jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for refinery rotating equipment in the United States is $24.02, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $28.61 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a refinery rotating equipment engineer?

Refinery rotating equipment engineers are professionals who specialize in the maintenance, operation, and reliability of machinery with moving parts in oil refineries, such as pumps, compressors, turbines, and fans. They ensure these critical machines run efficiently and safely by performing inspections, troubleshooting issues, and overseeing repairs or upgrades. Their work helps prevent equipment failures, reduces downtime, and supports the overall productivity of the refinery. These engineers often collaborate with other engineering teams and maintenance staff to optimize equipment performance.

What are some common challenges faced by refinery rotating equipment engineers, and how can they be addressed?

Refinery Rotating Equipment engineers often face challenges such as equipment reliability issues, unplanned downtime, and the need for timely maintenance. These challenges can be addressed by implementing predictive maintenance strategies, thorough root cause analysis, and close coordination with operations and maintenance teams. Additionally, staying updated on the latest industry standards and best practices helps in providing effective solutions and minimizing equipment failures. Strong communication and collaboration with other departments are essential for ensuring smooth plant operations and long-term equipment performance.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a refinery rotating equipment engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Refinery Rotating Equipment Engineer, you need a solid background in mechanical engineering, experience with pumps, compressors, turbines, and relevant industry standards. Proficiency in using maintenance management systems (CMMS), vibration analysis tools, and familiarity with reliability-centered maintenance practices is typically required. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication are vital soft skills in this role. These competencies are crucial to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operation of critical refinery equipment, minimizing downtime and supporting overall plant performance.

What is the difference between Refinery Rotating Equipment vs Refinery Mechanical Technician?

AspectRefinery Rotating EquipmentRefinery Mechanical Technician
CertificationsVibration analysis, rotating equipment certificationsMechanical maintenance, safety, and technical certifications
Work EnvironmentRefineries, industrial plants, maintenance facilitiesRefineries, maintenance workshops, on-site plant areas
Job FocusMaintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting rotating machinery like pumps and turbinesPerforming mechanical repairs, inspections, and preventive maintenance

Refinery Rotating Equipment specialists focus on the operation and maintenance of rotating machinery such as pumps, turbines, and compressors, often requiring specialized certifications. Refinery Mechanical Technicians perform broader mechanical maintenance tasks across various equipment types. Both roles are essential in refinery operations, but their specific focus and certifications differ.

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Infographic showing various Refinery Rotating Equipment job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $49,960 per year, or $24 per hour.

Fixed and Rotating Equipment Manager

Martinez, CA • On-site

Pbf Energy
Oil and Gas Extraction • 1 - 5K employees

$127K - $226K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 8 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Provide leadership, direction, and technical oversight for the Fixed Equipment Engineering and Rotating Equipment teams.

  • Develop and execute strategies to improve the reliability, availability, integrity, and long-term performance of refinery equipment.

  • Partner with various departments to support safe, reliable, environmentally responsible, and cost-effective refinery operations.


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Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

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Job description

Fixed and Rotating Equipment ManagerPBF Energy Inc. (NYSE:PBF) is one of the largest independent refiners in North America, operating, through its subsidiaries, oil refineries and related facilities. We have an opportunity at our Martinez Refinery in California and are seeking a talented Fixed and Rotating Equipment Manager to join our team as a pivotal member that would play a key role here at PBF Energy.

The Fixed and Rotating Equipment Manager provides strategic leadership and technical oversight to the refinery's Fixed and Rotating Equipment teams to ensure the safe, reliable, and compliant operations of refinery assets. This position is responsible for developing and executing equipment integrity and reliability strategies, leading a team of engineering professionals, and partnering with Operations, Maintenance, Technical Services, Capital Projects, and Business Services to optimize equipment performance and support refinery business objectives. The role promotes continuous improvement, operational excellence, and regulatory compliance while fostering employee development and a culture of stewardship of refinery assets.

Job Responsibilities May Include:

  • Provide leadership, direction, and technical oversight for the Fixed Equipment Engineering and Rotating Equipment teams, including Fixed Equipment Engineers, Corrosion and Materials Engineers, Rotating Equipment Engineers, and Field Specialists.
  • Develop and execute strategies that improve the reliability, availability, integrity, and long-term performance of refinery fixed and rotating equipment.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, industry standards, and refinery policies while providing technical assurance and resolving equipment integrity issues.
  • Lead equipment integrity and reliability programs, including corrosion management, condition monitoring, fitness-for-service evaluations, machinery reliability, and risk management initiatives.
  • Partner with Operations, Maintenance, Technical Services, Capital Projects, and Business Services to support safe, reliable, environmentally responsible, and cost-effective refinery operations.
  • Manage departmental staffing, workforce planning, succession planning, employee development, training, performance management, coaching, and recognition programs.
  • Establish departmental priorities, allocate resources, and monitor performance to achieve business objectives and reliability targets.
  • Develop and manage departmental budgets while providing stewardship of capital projects, turnaround work scopes, and other reliability improvement initiatives.
  • Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate equipment reliability, asset integrity, and organizational performance.
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives that enhance equipment performance, reduce operational risk, and improve overall business effectiveness.
  • Promote a culture of Shared Stewardship of Assets by fostering accountability and cross-functional collaboration for equipment integrity and reliability.
  • Serve as a key technical advisor to refinery leadership, providing recommendations that support operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and sound business decisions.
  • Participate as a member of the Extended Leadership Team (ELT), contributing to refinery-wide initiatives and strategic planning.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Specific Requirements:

  • Available in off hours and days to respond to refinery issues or emergencies, including on-call emergency response functions.
  • Physical Requirements:
    • Climb ladders
    • Walk up and down steps
  • Willing to Work in the Following Conditions:
    • Work at heights
    • Work in compact and confined spaces
    • Work outside in inclement weather
  • Work Schedule:
    • Occasionally an altered work schedule over an extended period may be required (maintenance outages and turnarounds)
  • Possess a valid Drivers' License
  • Candidate must have active TWIC card or be able to obtain a TWIC card. Information can be found at https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic

Minimum Qualifications:

  • BS degree in Engineering, preferably Mechanical Engineering.
  • 10 years' experience in the fixed equipment or rotating equipment discipline in the petrochemical industry.
  • 5 years Supervisory experience
  • ONLY CANDIDATES MEETING THE ABOVE REQUIREMENTS WILL BE CONSIDERED
  • FOR SERIOUS CONSIDERATION, PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR SALARY REQUIREMENTS

Martinez Refining Company LLC, a PBF Energy Subsidiary, offers our employees highly competitive total compensation and benefits packages. Benefits include:

  • 401(k)plan with company match
  • Pension Plan
  • Medical, dental, vision plans and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Life insurance, short- and long-term disability
  • Paid Time Off, Paid Parental Leave and tuition reimbursement
  • Additional voluntary benefits are offered at group discounts.

The salary range for this position is $127,218.49 - $226,895.29. The compensation range listed in this posting is in compliance with applicable state law. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills and internal peer equity will be considered in determining the selected candidate's compensation. In addition to salary, PBF offers a comprehensive and generous benefits package.

We thank all respondents for their interest in PBF Holding Company LLC ("PBF Energy"), however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please no phone calls or emails to any employee of PBF Energy about this requisition. Placement agencies or recruiters need not respond. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee of PBF Energy via email, the Internet or in any method without a valid written search agreement will be deemed the sole property of PBF Energy. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by PBF Energy as a result of the referral or through other means.

PBF Energy is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, reproductive health decision making, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, age, veteran and military status, or any other status protected by applicable law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations as required by law.

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