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How much do shell refinery jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for shell refinery in Colorado is $23.36, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.70 and $25.77 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a shell refinery?

A Shell Refinery job involves working at a Shell-operated oil refinery, where crude oil is processed into fuels and other valuable petroleum products. Roles vary from engineers and operators to safety specialists and maintenance technicians. Responsibilities typically include monitoring equipment, ensuring safety compliance, optimizing production, and conducting maintenance. Employees must follow strict environmental and safety regulations. These jobs require technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and adherence to industry standards.

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

To thrive in a Shell Refinery role, you need a solid understanding of chemical engineering or industrial operations, often supported by a relevant degree or technical training in process technology. Familiarity with refinery process controls, safety regulations (such as OSHA), and systems like DCS (Distributed Control Systems) is typically required. Strong problem-solving abilities, teamwork, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for success. These competencies ensure the safe and efficient operation of complex refinery processes while maintaining compliance and supporting team goals.

What challenges can I expect to face while working at a shell refinery?

Working at a Shell Refinery involves managing intricate processes and large-scale equipment, where minimizing downtime and responding quickly to unexpected issues are daily challenges. Employees regularly operate in safety-critical environments, which demands strict adherence to safety protocols and continuous training. You will often collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, technicians, and safety specialists, to ensure smooth operations. Adapting to rotating shifts, handling high-pressure situations, and maintaining precision in a fast-paced setting are also key aspects of the job.

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Infographic showing various Shell Refinery job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 10% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,596 per year, or $23.4 per hour.

Pipefitter Welder - Colorado Refinery

Commerce City, CO • On-site

Suncor
10K+ employees

$55.16/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 11 days ago


Job description

At Suncor, we produce and provide energy.

When you join Suncor, you become part of a company that has built a solid foundation for both business and employee success. We are a place where talented people thrive. As part of our team, you play a vital role in delivering energy we all rely on, and you'll make a meaningful impact in the communities where we live and work.

Are you an experienced pipe fitter/welder with hands-on experience in piping, tubing, heat exchangers, pressure vessels, and boilers, who can read drawings and ISOs, complete high-quality fabrication and installation work, maintain welding certifications, and safely operate a wide range of tools and equipment? Based at Suncor's Commerce City refinery, the position requires strong communication and teamwork, and readiness to work.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Minimum of 3 years of related fitting and welding experience with piping, tubing, shell and tube heat exchangers, pressure vessels, and boilers

  • A High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) and a valid driver's license with a driving record acceptable to Suncor

  • Ability to pass a 6G SMAW Uphill (2" super coupon) test proctored by Suncor inspection and maintain active status within

  • Exceptional communication and collaboration skills that enable you to build strong, positive relationships with diverse groups

Responsibilities:

  • Read and interpret drawings and ISOs to perform fabrication and field installations

  • Fabricate and install threaded pipe, socket welded pipe and butt weld piping configurations

  • Install valves, steam tracing (tubing), test piping systems, hangers, supports, maintenance repairs

  • Operate all tools and equipment associated with this job such as carry decks, fork lifts, man lifts (articulating and scissor), basic rigging, and operation of pneumatic tools, electric tools, oxy-acetylene cutting and plasma cutting

  • Maintain a welding certification with x-ray quality

Location and other Key Details:

  • You will work out of our Commerce City refinery, located at 5801 Brighton Blvd.

  • Hours of work are a regular 40-hour work week, 5x8 hour shifts Monday through Friday OR 4x10 hour shifts Monday through Thursday, depending on business needs

  • Paid overtime, often 100-600+ hours per year based on plant needs

  • You will be required to perform some heavy lifting, use ladders and work on elevated work sites such as scaffolds and towers with the ability to perform in a variety of different environments both indoor and outdoor as well as within confined spaces

  • This position is safety sensitive

  • In alignment with Suncor's value of Safety Above All Else, we conduct pre-employment drug testing, employment verification, education verification, background checks, and other pre-employment assessments as a condition of employment

Hourly Rate and Compensation Details:

  • This is a union represented position under USW 12-477

  • $55.16 per hour with annual increases

  • Competitive and flexible employee benefits package that can be adjusted to suit the changing needs of your life, including: 3 medical options (including HSA and FSA options), 2 dental options, vision coverage, and an Employee Assistance Plan

  • Excellent 401(k) plan with up to a 6% vested match

  • Suncor-funded Cash Balance defined benefit pension plan (vests in 3 years)

  • Relocation support will be provided

Think we are a fit? Apply now!

Suncor is committed to providing equal opportunities for employment and building an inclusive, results-oriented and high-performance culture where all members of our team feel safe, valued and respected.