What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Refinery Inspector position at Valero Energy Corporation?
Description
Valero is looking for a Sr. Refinery Inspector that monitors the fitness-for-service, safety and reliability of plant fixed equipment through thickness condition monitoring programs and visual inspections. Inspects fixed equipment and piping. Makes cost-effective recommendations for repairs, materials selection, and other remedial action in support of long-term reliability. Develops piping and fixed equipment inspection plans, in accordance with API 510, API 570 and API 653, using rule-based and risk-based methodology. Selects cost-effective inspection techniques to provide reliable assessment of
refinery equipment remaining life. Interprets and evaluates inspection and NDE data. Evaluates corrosion monitoring data, predicts equipment life and adjusts inspection intervals as required. Maintains complete and accurate records during inspections so they can be transferred to the permanent files. Participates in the planning of and approves the execution of temporary repairs. Develops and maintains fixed equipment inspection procedures / practices. Reviews design / fabrication drawings and performs fabrication shop / field inspections to ensure conformance to specifications. Provides technical support to Operations, Maintenance and other refinery groups. Monitors and directs the daily activities of outside inspection contractors during turnarounds and special activities. Inspects and monitors all repair and construction work to ensure it is being done per the plans and adheres to all specifications and applicable codes. Monitors and reports on the activities and quality of contractors in conjunction with their QA / QC representative. Participates in process and corrosion reviews, RBI and MOE revalidation and HAZOPs. Trains others in PCMS & RBI process and API program usage.
This position is salaried exempt status, which means you are not eligible for overtime pay.
Qualifications
- High School diploma or GED required.
- 5 years of experience in the inspection of fixed equipment and piping systems required.
- API 510 certification required.
- API 570 and 653 preferred.
- A part of the National Board Inspector Commission preferred.
- Bachelor's degree preferred.
- Able and willing to work on-site, in-person at the Valero Memphis Refinery, required.
All 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 https : / / www.tsa.gov / for-industry / twic.
Position level and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
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. It's not just the excellent benefits package, or the opportunities for personal growth, it's also the caring and committed culture of the organization that makes everyone feel like they're truly part of a team. For more information, visit Valero.com.
Valero is an EEO / AA Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, including race / ethnicity, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), 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. 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.
