What is an oil refinery operator and how to become one

Key steps to become an oil refinery operator

1. Explore oil refinery operator education requirements

   Most common oil refinery operator degrees

   Bachelor's

   33.3 %

   Associate

   33.3 %

   High School Diploma

   29.2 %

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2. Start to develop specific oil refinery operator skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Production Equipment	62.18%
   Distillation	20.11%
   Flow Rates	13.98%
   Exchangers	3.72%

3. Complete relevant oil refinery operator training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 3-6 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New oil refinery operators learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as an oil refinery operator based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real oil refinery operator resumes.

4. Research oil refinery operator duties and responsibilities

   • Manage smart pig cleaning and maintenance schedule for all assign areas of responsibility.
   • Experience operating and maintaining pipeline systems and relate equipment utilize in natural gas and liquids gathering and transmission systems.
   • Perform both unit operation and remote console operation for same facility.

5. Apply for oil refinery operator jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for an oil refinery operator job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams