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Pleasanton, CA · On-site

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TEMP - Program Assistant

Pleasanton, CA · On-site

$41K - $52K/yr

Temporary Program Assistant The City of Pleasanton is excited to announce an opportunity for a dedicated individual to join our team as a Temporary Program Assistant in the Public Works Department ...

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Infographic showing various Temporary Assistant job openings in Berkeley, CA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 25% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,570 per year, or $19 per hour.

Temporary Assistant Station Manager

San Francisco, CA


Chevron
Oil and Coal Products Manufacturing • 10K+ employees

6.1

Company rating: 6.1 out of 10

Based on 219 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

70th of 87 rated oil and gas companies

People enjoy working here

Recommended by students

Paid breaks


Full-time

Re-posted 3 days ago


Job description

Excited to grow your career?

At Chevron Stations Inc (CSI), we sell gasoline and convenience products at our retail stations. We are looking for hard working people who value safety, enjoy working as a team and have a positive work attitude. The perfect fit for our team are individuals who are self-motivated, dependable and able to work effectively & safely in a fast-paced environment while maintaining 100% total customer focus.

People First, Excellence Always

Job Expectations:
  • Assist Station Manager in the day-to-day operations of the retail facility.

  • Maintain oversight of station operations and staff in the Station Manager's absence.

  • Provide work direction, motivation and coaching to staff during shifts to ensure assigned tasks are completed in accordance with CSI's guidelines and expectations.

  • Support and adhere to execution of established safety, security, quality guidelines, as well as all other CSI policies, procedures, practices, and programs. Respond to accidents or incidents in a professional and timely manner, including escalating to Station Manager or Business Consultant as appropriate.

  • Understand the importance of and ensure all station employees comply with company wage & hour requirements.

  • Support and adhere to CSI's cash/money handling and accountability processes.

  • Preserve safety of self, fellow employees, and all others in the work location by utilizing the CSI Loss Prevention process. Role-model safe behaviors.

  • Maintain courteous, professional contact with co-workers, customers, vendors and community at large.

  • Reliable and predictable attendance.

  • Perform all duties of Customer Service Representative (CSR) as needed.


Principal duties include but are not limited to:


Store Operations

  • Provide work direction to staff during shifts to ensure station operations are covered including, but not limited to customer service, stocking, cleaning, and food-service.

  • Assist with product inventory management. This includes but is not limited to:

  • Coordinate with other stations to limit out-of-stocks in station across the zone.

  • Follow CSI guidance to ensure correct volume and products in stores. Conduct mini-audits, as requested, to ensure accurate stock levels.

  • Support and adhere to CSI's cash/money handling and accountability processes; comply with Loss Prevention processes; effectively utilize all transactional equipment (cash registers, electronic safe, lottery, fuel, phone card, EBT, and credit card, etc.) to efficiently process customer transactions. Provide assistance/training to CSRs as needed.

  • Use, operate, clean, and maintain cleanliness of all food service equipment (coffee, fountain drink machine, frozen beverages, iced tea, hot dog grille, microwave, etc.). Provide assistance to CSRs as needed

  • Inform Station Manager of any issues or concerns that might affect the store's customer service, safety record, profitability, or adherence to any Company's Policies and Procedures.

  • Ensure self, station personnel and contractors on shift comply with CSI's safety standards; use appropriate personal protective equipment as required.

  • Use various computer programs to support daily operations of the store. Complete daily/weekly administrative tasks regarding retail & gas sales, compliance, daily paperwork, deliveries, invoice processing, etc.

  • In the absence of Station Manager, keep Business Consultant informed of station operations and issues.

  • Perform job duties of a CSR and other duties as needed or assigned by Station Manager or Business Consultant.


People Management

  • Understand the importance of and ensure all station employees understand and comply with the company wage & hour guidelines.

  • Support and role-model CSI's core values of safety, diversity, inclusion, integrity and trust.


Job Specifications


Skills and experience include but are not limited to:


Required:

  • Must be sufficiently proficient in English to understand CSI policies, safety training, and job instructions, and to effectively communicate with customers and/or coworkers on work-related matters.

  • Previous experience in a fast-paced retail, food service or fuel environment, including cash handling and customer service experience.

  • Demonstrated experience operating a cash register, computer console, and other related equipment, tools and computer software programs & applications.

  • Knowledge and application of proper sanitation and safety requirements associated with food storage and serving.

  • Available to work a variety of hours, which may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, overnight shifts, and holidays, based on business needs.

  • Ability to multi-task in fast-paced environment.

  • Ability to handle challenging situations professionally, exercising good judgement.

  • Ability to work both independently and in team settings.

  • Strong interpersonal and verbal & written communication skills.

  • High School graduate or equivalent and a minimum 21 years of age.


Travel
  • Rare, limited to required training, zone/district training or coverage for nearby stations.


Physical demands include but are not limited to:
  • Perform the following continuously throughout the shift: walking and standing, sometimes on hard and uneven surfaces, reaching, grasping and pushing buttons.

  • Perform the following frequently throughout the shift: bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, reaching below waist.

  • Continuously lift weights up to 10lbs; occasionally lift weights up to 35lbs. Follow the team-lift concept if objects are too heavy or awkward.

  • Work safely with equipment that can create and hold very high temperatures while always using appropriate personal protective equipment.

  • Periodic exposure to all outdoor conditions.

  • Periodic exposure to cleaning supplies and chemicals, salt, spill absorbents, etc.

  • Occasional exposure to walk-in coolers at 34 F.

Must be at least 18 years of age or older to work in California and Oregon locations.

Must be at least 21 years of age or older to work in Washington locations.

Must be at least 21 years of age or older to work Graveyard shift from 10pm to 6am.

Must be at least 21 years of age or older to work in Management positions.

Please note that the compensation and benefits listed below are only applicable for U.S. payroll offers.

The selected candidate's compensation will be determined based on their skills, experience, and qualifications. The compensation and reference to benefits for this role is listed on this posting in compliance with applicable law.

USA based job position

Visas will not be granted

Benefits:

Full-time & Part-time shifts available

Direct Deposit with competitive weekly pay

Health & Wellness packages available for purchase

Education reimbursement program

Shift Differential Pay for select shifts and job titles

Management Bonus Program

Loyalty Service time Program

Commuter benefit Program

Compensation Range:

$21.60 - $32.40

Chevron Stations Inc. (CSI)is an Equal Opportunity employer.Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breast-feeding and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability (including medical condition), military or veteran status, political preference, marital status, citizenship, genetic information or other status protected by law or regulation.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation, please email us atCSIWFM@Chevron.com.


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About Chevron

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Chevron is one of the world's leading integrated energy companies. We believe affordable, reliable and ever-cleaner energy is essential to achieving a more prosperous and sustainable world. Chevron produces crude oil and natural gas; manufactures transportation fuels, lubricants, petrochemicals and additives; and develops technologies that enhance our business and the industry. We are focused on lowering the carbon intensity in our operations and seeking to grow lower carbon businesses along with our traditional business lines. More information about Chevron is available at www.chevron.com.

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Oil and coal products manufacturing, civic and social organizations and oil and gas extraction

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

San Ramon, CA, US

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