Refinery Operator

Your Job

Flint Hills Resources Pine Bend is looking fora Production Specialist/Operator to work at our refinery in Rosemount, MN.

Successful candidates are comfortable working with new technologies, enjoy a dynamic team environment, and are self-motivated to continually develop themselves and share knowledge.

They are adaptive and excel at problem solving, with a focus on continuous improvement.

Competitive Pay and Benefits Package

Starting hourly pay begins at $33.80 per hour with early advancement opportunities, within ~6 weeks hourly pay increases to $44.77.

Fully Qualified Operators at Pine Bend are compensated at $49.93 per hour.

Full benefits package including 401K plan with a company match, defined benefit pension plan, medical, dental, paid vacations/holidays, and numerous other voluntary benefits are available to FHR employees.

If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Our Team

Our employees are a dynamic group of refining process professionals that operate with safety in mind as the highest priority.

We are comprised of over a dozen different operating teams, each responsible for reliable operation and optimization of their respective area/unit.

What You Will Do



* Monitor critical operations and/or processes through a combination of field observations, surveillance rounds and integrated technologies


* Troubleshoot process conditions as needed with safety in mind as the top priority


* Prepare process equipment for maintenance work and turnarounds


* Ensure work in process areas are performed in accordance with FHR safe work practices

Work Environment



* Operators work a 12-hour modified Dupont rotating shift schedule and perform work outside in all types of weather.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)


* One or more of the following:



* 2+ years of work experience in an industrial, commercial, agricultural, or manufacturing setting


* 2+ years of Military experience


* Hold a certificate in Process/Power Plant Technology (or other comparable education)

Comfortable learning and using new technologies and digital tools

Valid US Driver's License

What Will Put You Ahead



* Work experience in a refinery, chemical plant, or power plant


* Experience working with new technologies to analyze data and troubleshoot problems


* Hold a valid Minnesota Special Engineer Boiler's License

Physical Requirements of the Role


* Ability to perform confined space work.


* Climb ladders to access stairways, vessels, towers and pipe racks.


* Please note that Operators climb heights of 50-100 feet daily and on occasion, up to 350 feet in the air to access critical equipment.


* Ability to lift up to 50 pounds (with frequent carrying of up to 25 pounds)


* Physical ability to frequently stand, walk, lift, carry, push, pull, reach, handle, bend, twist, climb (~200 ft) and balance.


* Ability & willingness to utilize Personal...