Operator Trainees

Salary Confidential Position range in Texas $37k - $78k Per Year Operator Trainees

VALERO SERVICES INC

Occupation:

Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders

Location:

Port Arthur, TX - 77640

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment

Posted:

05/04/2026 Positions available: 7

Source:

WorkInTexas

Web Site:

WorkInTexas Onsite /

Remote:

Work onsite all of the time

Updated:

05/07/2026

Expires:

06/03/2026 Job #: 17009748 Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite Full Time Education High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience 3 Month(s) Age 18 and up Schedule Full Time Job Type Regular Duration Permanent Employment Public Transit Available Benefits Help for . 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. This position is represented by the United Steel Workers Local Union No. 13-423. The rate of pay is set at $34.98 per hour (8 hour rate); $30.70per hour (12 hour rate). This rate is non-negotiable. 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. Qualifications High school diploma or GED required. Must have the ability to legally work in the US. Must be at least 18 years of age. Refinery or chemical process operator experience preferred. Associate degree in process operations preferred. Able and willing to work on-site, in-person at the Valero Port Arthur Refinery, required. All successful candidates must be eligible to obtain a TWIC card (Transportation Worker Identification Credential). It is Valeros policy that employees must wear this card at all times while working at the refinery.

Please review eligibility criteria athttps:

//www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic. Applicants 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. Valero's employees are the heart of its success, and there is a reason why the company is an employer of choice in the fuels manufacturing and marketing industry. Its not just the excellent benefits package, or the opportunities for personal growth, its also the caring and committed culture of the organization that makes everyone feel like theyre truly part of a team. For more information, visit Valero.com. Valero 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. Please be advised, if you are viewing this position on a website that lists an estimated salary rate/range, it was not provided by Valero.

Valeros market specific salary rate/range will be provided during the recruiting process and tends to be higher than what is estimated by such websites.

Job:

Operations/Skilled Crafts & Trades/Maintenance

Primary Location:

US-TX-Port Arthur Job Posting May 4, 2026, 12:00:00 AM Unposting Date May 7, 2026, 11:59:00 PM