Founded in 1980 and named for the mission San Antonio de Valero – the original name of the Alamo – Valero Energy Corporation has continued to grow and evolve to become the largest global independent petroleum refiner and a leading producer of renewable fuels in North America.
Manager Reliability–24001DC
Supervises and directs Fixed Equipment Reliability Engineers along with the Chief Refinery Inspector. Primary focus of this group is to improve and ensure the reliability and integrity of the fixed equipment in the refinery.
Job Duties:
- Coordinates daily activities and provide leadership for the Fixed Equipment Reliability Engineers.
- Provides leadership and guidance to the Chief Refinery Inspector to ensure that required inspection tasks are being completed and equipment integrity risks are known and being effectively managed.
- Manages staff resources as required to optimize technical mechanical support.
- Promotes environmental and safety goals of Valero.
- Supervises Fixed Equipment Engineering support on capital projects and for turnaround activities on all major and/or critical equipment
- Performs the supervisory functions of personnel administration, organizational development and salary administration.
- Stewards contractor activity for progress and quality on engineering and construction projects and issues non-conformance reports.
- Supervises the Engineering and Inspection staff as required to identify, define and implement projects designed to improve fixed equipment reliability and performance plant wide, to provide technical support for operational and maintenance issues, and supervise in the development of maintenance standards for fixed equipment and any associated training.
- Develops long-term improvement plans for fixed equipment and provides assistance with preparation of capital and expense budgets for the Department.
- Provides reports as necessary for budget and monthly activities.
- Utilizes the Engineering staff to provide required operator training and to develop equipment standardization guidelines as necessary.
- Acts as the Deputy Planner Section Chief, supporting the Planner Section Chief during Emergency Response Team drills, exercises, and events.
- Leads monthly team safety audits and provide report out presentations as part of morning meetings.
- Ensures monthly Fixed Equipment Reliability Reports are developed and presented to the RLT.
- Works with California DOSH, Pressure Vessel Division to ensure compliance with jurisdictional requirements.
This position is salaried exempt status, which means you are not eligible for overtime pay.
The [salary range] [rate] for this position is $166,000 to $229,000 and represents Valero’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of expected compensation at the time of this posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of job-related factors, including but not limited to, the individual’s qualifications and experience.
- Bachelor’s or higher-level degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
- 10 years of specific refinery related experience with exposure and responsibilities in the maintenance/engineering areas required.
- Five years’ experience in direct management of personnel preferred.
- Working knowledge of SAP preferred.
- Computer skills and proficient in Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel software required.
- Working knowledge of API codes & California State Safety Orders preferred.
- Able and willing to work on-site, in-person at the Valero Wilmington 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.
The starting rate of pay for this position is $20.50 and represents Valero’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the expected compensation at the time of this posting. Hired candidates may also be eligible to receive additional compensation in the form of a discretionary bonus. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of job-related factors, including but not limited to, the individual’s qualifications and experience.
Benefit offerings for this position include medical and life insurance as well as company matched 401(k).
Safely and efficiently weighs raw materials/chemicals (corn and dried distiller’s grains) in and out.
- Operates computerized scales (Compuweigh, Scale Trac Software and SAP software system) to ensure accuracy of all transactions.
- Grades all incoming samples of corn proficiently and accurately using manual and automated equipment (Auto Kicker).
- Analyzes test data and determines appropriate action.
- Maintains and calibrates testing and weighing equipment.
- Maintains daily update of checklists and routine duties calendar including cleaning log.
- Collects bill of ladings and invoices and deliver to the Accounting department.
- Interfaces with QA/QC laboratory to ensure effective implementation of QA/QC policies and procedures.
- Creates notifications for the maintenance department to facilitate upkeep and repair of scale house equipment.
- Writes safe work permits and confined space permits.
- Administers lock out tag out in preparation for equipment repair.
- Assists in maintaining the security of the plant.
This position is hourly nonexempt status, which means you are eligible for overtime pay.
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Experience providing customer service to truck drivers preferred.
- Experience operating automated scales and corn sampling equipment preferred.
- Able and willing to work on-site and in-person, required.
The Laboratory Technician is responsible for performing all laboratory analyses, instrument maintenance and calibrations, maintaining consumable inventory and sample retain storage. Internal relationships include frequent contact with Operators, Blender, Shift Superintendents, and Area Superintendents.
- Completes all required training (CBT’s, FPDE’s and specialized training) within the defined time.
- Obtains samples and performs laboratory analysis on designated products and process streams.
- Performs instrument maintenance and calibrations of testing equipment as needed.
- Distributes and retains samples according to laboratory guidelines.
- Records and reports test results as required.
- Maintains consumable inventory and sample storage inventory.
- Completes community air monitoring (CAM) when applicable.
This position is hourly nonexempt status, which means you are eligible for overtime pay.
- Knowledge of ASTM/IP/UOP testing procedures and testing skills required.
- Bachelor’s (or higher) degree in Chemistry, Biology, Physical Science or technical degree preferred.
- A minimum 16 hours of college Chemistry or certified lab tester training accreditation preferred.
- Able and willing to work on-site, in-person at the Valero Houston Refinery, required.
Accounting Associate -24001G0
Description
Valero is the best-in-class producer of essential fuels and products that are foundational to modern life. The world requires reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy and we see this as an opportunity.
Our 10,000 employees work together as a team to relentlessly pursue excellence, embrace the highest standards of safety and responsible operations, leverage our creativity and technical expertise to solve challenging problems, care about our employees and the communities where we work and live, and recognize integrity is critical to our ongoing success.
As an Accounting Associate you will provide professional and prompt vendor support to include both internal users/departments and external vendors/customers.
At Valero, we are committed to advancing the future of energy through innovation, ingenuity and unmatched execution. You can help achieve this goal if you can:
- Complete Accounts Payable Service Center (APSC) tasks to include tracking vendor inquiries, facilitating vendor correspondence, and acting as liaison between Valero’s vendors and the Accounts Payable department
- Provide timely and accurate response to internal and external customers to include vendor inquiries via phone and email
- Perform vendor account analysis and provide ad hoc reports regarding account status in SAP
- Research vendor issues and submit supporting documentation for timely resolution (e.g., research invoice entry and payment issues).
- Perform root cause analysis for the recommendation of process improvements and the development of procedures
- Facilitate follow-up meetings with department staff to ensure timely resolution of outstanding vendor issues.
- Ensure management is updated on recurring vendor issues and suggests appropriate course of action.
- Conduct and coordinate vendor statement research.
- Use questioning and listening skills that support effective communication
- Invoice validation and processing.
- Perform other duties as assigned
This position is salaried exempt status, which means you are not eligible for overtime pay.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Able and willing to work on-site, in-person at the Valero San Antonio location, required.
Preferred Requirements:
- Accounting Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Service center experience preferred.
- 1 year of clerical Accounting experience preferred.
Need more reasons to work for a company that is both professionally challenging and culturally rewarding? Take a look at some of our best-in-class benefits:
- Competitive Pay and Annual Bonus Program
- 100% match on 401(K) up to 7%, with immediate vesting
- Company-sponsored Pension Plan
- Comprehensive Healthcare and Wellness Programs
- Onsite Daycare Center
- Onsite Employee and Family Wellness Centers
- State-of-the-art 24-hour Fitness Center free for employees and spouses with access to Tennis and Basketball Facilities
- Onsite cafeteria open for breakfast and lunch
- Sprawling campus with walking paths and access to biking/hiking on the greenbelt
Position level and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
