Controller 2A

Par Pacific

$90K — $120K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Must have legal authorization to work in the U.S. permanently
  • High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's in chemical engineering preferred
  • 3+ years of refining operations experience; certified A Operator with knowledge of refinery units
  • Valid driver's license is required
  • Strong knowledge of operational processes and procedures in the refinery
  • Experience with loading dock equipment and tank farm layouts is a plus
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and fluent in English, both oral and written

Responsibilities

  • Relieve operators during vacations and vacancies as needed
  • Lead optimization efforts and ensure long-term plant viability
  • Develop refinery-specific objectives in collaboration with management
  • Troubleshoot issues across refinery processes
  • Assist with safety training for operations personnel
  • Help recertify operating and safety procedures
  • Perform additional duties as assigned

Benefits

  • Growth opportunities in a forward-looking energy company
  • Dynamic work environment with diverse challenges
  • Potential for cross-training and skill enhancement
  • Focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence
  • Commitment to safety and regulatory compliance
Full Job Description
Controller 2A

Posting Start Date: 6/1/26

Job Location (Short): Newcastle, WY, USA, 82701

Controller 2

The Opportunity
  • Controller 2 at a growth-oriented energy company
  • Reporting to the Shift Supervisor, a Controller 2 will have strong operations knowledge and is well versed in all aspects of the refinery operation in order to meet safety, environmental, business, housekeeping, quality, quantity, cost and performance standards.


Key activities include:
  • Relieve all other operator positions as needed for vacations, vacancies and cross training
  • Lead efforts to improve process units' optimization, achieve performance targets and promote long-term plant viability and reliability
  • Work with the operations management to develop refinery specific objectives aligning with refinery's targets for safety, regulatory compliance, reliability and efficiency
  • Troubleshoot problems throughout the refinery processes
  • Assist in the training of operations personnel to ensure safety throughout the workforce
  • Assist in the recertification of operating and safety procedures to ensure compliance when applicable
  • Perform other duties as assigned


Note: This description is intended to give you a general overview of the position. Additional responsibilities and opportunities may be identified based on current business needs.

Qualifications

To meet the basic qualifications for this role, you will have legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship.

Additional qualifications include:
  • Must be 18 years old or older with a high school diploma or equivalent required
  • Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering preferred
  • 3+ years of refining operations experience with demonstrated performance as an A Operator having tested out on all units within the refinery with certification on at least 1 of 3 WRC consoles
  • Must have and maintain a valid driver's license
  • Working knowledge of FCC, BenzOut, SWAATS Complex, Alky, Crude, HDS, Reformer and NHT
  • Strong working knowledge of all operations unit processes and procedures
  • Knowledge and or experience working with loading dock equipment and tank farm layouts.
  • Understanding of lab procedures and product testing specifications
  • Ability to work well independently and in a team environment
  • Requires organization and communication skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks while meeting deadlines and production requirements.
  • Must always be available for emergencies and be prepared to work overtime for turnarounds or unexpected personnel shortages
  • Periodic on call will be required throughout the year
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including Excel and Word
  • Fluent in English, both oral and written required


Note: Par Pacific will not accept calls or unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters. All candidates are required to apply through this web posting.

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