Refinery Operator Trainee - Texas City

Valero is the best-in-class producer of essential fuels and products that are foundational to modern life. We invite you to join our ~10,000 employees to drive exceptional results for our company, the energy industry and our community.

The refinery operator is responsible for maintaining product quality in a safe manner. Typical job duties may include performing visual rounds for assigned area, assessing equipment operation, taking instrument readings, communicating with console operator, supervision, and other refinery personnel, preparing equipment for scheduled maintenance, performing preventative maintenance, performing basic instrument and equipment troubleshooting to determine if technician support is required, making equipment adjustments to optimize performance, maintaining housekeeping for common and assigned areas, and complying with all environmental and safety procedures.  This position is hourly nonexempt status, which means you are eligible for overtime pay.

Please click on the following link to learn more about the daily tasks of an operator in a Valero refinery: Realistic Job Preview

Valero conducts a comprehensive, on-the-job training program designed to provide new employees a strong foundation of knowledge and skills that are necessary for success as a Valero Operator. This required 10-week, instructor led program includes multiple content modules, including math, pumps, heat exchangers, operator duties, and so forth. Because mastering this content is critical to future job success, knowledge proficiency assessments are incorporated throughout the modules. It is required that participants successfully complete these assessments; as such, failure to pass a specific test three times or a total of four test failures throughout the training program will result in the termination of employment. This training program will prepare individuals for the continuous learning environment that is essential for success.

%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3EMinimum Requirements:%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cdiv%3EHigh school diploma or GED required.%26nbsp;%3C/div%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EMust have the ability to legally work in the US.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp%3EMust be at least 18 years of age.%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EAble and willing to work on-site, in-person at the Valero Texas City Refinery, required.%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3EPreferred Requirements:%26nbsp;%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3ERefinery or chemical process operator experience preferred.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EAssociate degree in process operations preferred.%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3ENeed more reasons to work for a company that is both professionally challenging and culturally rewarding? Take a look at some of our best-in-class benefits:%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3ECompetitive Pay and Annual Bonus Program%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E100% match on 401(K) up to 7%, with immediate vesting%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3ECompany-sponsored Pension Plan%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3EComprehensive Healthcare and Wellness Program%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3EBenefits described above are highlights only, subject to an employee’s eligibility and work location.%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3EDiscover more about %3Ca href=%22https://www.valero.com/about/locations/texas-city-refinery%22%3ETexas City%3C/a%3E and how we’re making a difference there.%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3EAll successful candidates must be eligible to obtain a TWIC card (Transportation Worker Identification Credential). It is Valero’s policy that employees must wear this card at all times while working at the refinery. Please review eligibility criteria at %3Ca href=%22https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic%22 target=%22_blank%22 rel=%22noopener noreferrer%22%3Ehttps://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic%3C/a%3E.%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3EApplicants who meet the minimum qualifications for the position may be invited to take on-line assessments. Communications regarding the assessments will be delivered via email. Be sure to check your spam and junk mailboxes for these communications as they are system generated.%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3EValero%27s employees and team-focused culture drive our success. We’re invested in our dedicated workforce through a comprehensive, customizable benefits package, while supporting a caring culture that delivers a rewarding work environment built on teamwork, excellence and career growth. To explore the ways we build a stronger team, visit %3Ca href=%22https://www.valero.com/careers%22%3EValero.com/Careers%3C/a%3E.%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3EValero is an EEO Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, including race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3EPlease be advised, if you are viewing this position on a website that lists an estimated salary rate/range, it was not provided by Valero. %26nbsp;Valero’s market specific salary rate/range will be provided during the recruiting process and tends to be higher than what is estimated by such websites.%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3EThe posting may close earlier than the advertised date based on applications received.%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3ENote: Valero’s pre-employment process includes successful completion of a background check and hair-analysis drug screen.%3C/p%3E

Job Details
Job:: Operations/Skilled Crafts & Trades/Maintenance
Primary Location:: US-TX-Texas City
Job Posting: Oct 14, 2026, 6:33:14 AM
Unposting Date: Oct 18, 2026, 11:59:00 PM