Mechanic 1 Class Equipment Operator

• Operates heavy equipment of various types in a refinery setting.
• Able to work with Valero provided equipment in a safe manner and follow the OSHA, ANSI, PCSA and manufactures guidelines and procedures.
• Have a thorough knowledge of JCB Backhoe Loader 214 S, Grove RT 700 E 70 Ton Crane, Grove RT 600 E 50 Ton Crane, Broderson Carrydeck 18 Ton, Broderson Carrydeck 8.5 Ton, Man-lifts of all kinds, Forklifts of all kinds.
• As directed by supervision, operates crane lifts, open trenches, rig on valuable equipment, operate a Man-lift, Forklift, and complete minor repairs.
• Performs preventive maintenance on equipment and complete daily equipment inspections. Log/document all preventative maintenance and repairs completed on equipment.
• Assists other employees/crafts in everyday work activities, with little or no supervision.
• Informs supervision when a problem occurs on the job site, or with equipment that could cause an accident.
• Must be available for emergency call-out situations after regular business hours, weekends and holidays.
• During turnarounds and plant outages will work seven days a week with extended daily hours.
• Must be available to remain at the plant during weather emergencies such as hurricanes or floods.
• Other duties or special projects as assigned by supervision.
  
  

This position is hourly nonexempt status, which means you are eligible for overtime pay.

Job

Operations/Skilled Crafts & Trades/Maintenance

Primary Location:

US-TX-Corpus Christi

Job Posting

Apr 17, 2025, 3:04:22 PM

Unposting Date

Ongoing

• High school Diploma or GED required.
• A minimum of 5 years refinery related experience as an equipment operator is required.
• Ability to operate all the required equipment up to and including a 70 ton hydraulic crane and an 18 ton carrydeck are required.
• A Class C CDL Drivers License is required.
• Good written and verbal communication skills are required.
• Able and willing to work on-site, in-person at the Valero Bill Greehey 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.

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