Refinery Operator Trainee

At MPC, we’re committed to being a great place to work – one that welcomes new ideas, encourages diverse perspectives, develops our people, and fosters a collaborative team environment.

The Marathon Petroleum St. Paul Park Refinery is seeking highly motivated Operators to join our team.

Responsibilities:

• Refinery operators at this facility perform a variety of duties. Although responsibilities vary daily, the primary responsibility of an operator is to oversee the day-to-day operations of either the tank farms or the various operating units within the refinery.

• Conducting periodic rounds performing the following duties:

  • Monitoring equipment and recording readings,

  • Making required adjustments,

  • Troubleshooting process and equipment problems including but not limited to general equipment checks and detecting unusual operating conditions (such as noises, abnormal temperature or pressure, and leaks).

• Detecting and responding to process upsets and emergency situations with response activities including but not limited to firefighting, equipment isolation and evacuation. The operator is expected to be able to wear all personal protective equipment (P.P.E.) including self-contained breathing apparatus, along with the ability to participate in emergency response activities.

• Operators will be expected to learn refining process operations/tank farm product movements/loading operations and qualify on process/tank farm/loading jobs.

• Learning and working multiple jobs up to and including the console operator position (control refinery process through computer system).

• Working inside and outside, in differing climatic conditions, and around noises, heat, heights and equipment associated with working in and around an oil refinery.

Schedule:

Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the refinery and work rotating 12-hour shifts. The refinery operates 24 hours a day, 7 days per week.

Pay and Benefits:

Starting pay for this position is $35.08 per hour during the new hire training period with the ability to progress to $51.04 per hour, and with the earning potential of up to $54.96 per hour. These rates also receive scheduled annual pay rate increases, with eligibility to participate in an annual bonus program. Marathon provides a competitive benefits package which includes a 401(k) company match of $1.17 for every $1.00 contributed, up to 6% of an employee’s gross pay and participation in a cash balance pension plan.

Qualifications:

• At least 18 years of age required.

• A High School Diploma or equivalent is required.

• Valid Driver's License is required.

• Obtaining a Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC) and Boiler’s License is required.

• Required to pass pre-employment online tests, work demonstration test, physical abilities test, and physical.  

• Basic math, reading, writing, and verbal skills.

• Basic computer skills.

• Ability to learn complex refinery related material.

• Must have the ability to climb over 75 feet.

• Must have the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Anticipated start date is March 2026.

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Marathon Petroleum Company LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decision-making, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition or AIDS/HIV status, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, military, veteran status, marital status, citizenship  or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.  If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, click here.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process at Marathon Petroleum LP, please contact our Human Resources Department at [email protected]. Please specify the reasonable accommodation you are requesting, along with the job posting number in which you may be interested. A Human Resources representative will review your request and contact you to discuss a reasonable accommodation. Marathon Petroleum offers a total rewards program which includes, but is not limited to, access to health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, 401k matching program, paid parental leave, and educational reimbursement. Detailed benefit information is available at mympcbenefits.com. The hired candidate will also be eligible for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program.
 
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We will consider all qualified Applicants for employment, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. In reviewing criminal history in connection with a conditional offer of employment, Marathon will consider the key responsibilities of the role.