Title:  Refinery Inspector

The Opportunity

• Full-time position at a Growth-Oriented Energy Company
• Work in a collaborative environment where strong communication and relationship building skills are essential.  We’re better together and are creating a cohesive, high-impact group, rather than a hierarchy
• Enjoy a 9/80 work schedule where every other Friday off allows for work-life balance
• Reporting to the Inspection Supervisor, this position is responsible for conducting all inspections and non-destructive testing activities on process and storage equipment in their area of responsibility. This role is responsible for compliance and application of codes, standards, and procedures during all inspections.

Key activities include: 

• Perform inspections on refinery equipment
• Perform jurisdiction-required inspections and obtain operating permits as mandated
• Analyze inspection results to determine remaining life, inspection frequencies and identify deficiencies
• Enter inspection results in the inspection database
• Enter upcoming inspections and inspection requirements into SAP
• Recommend repairs, replacements, metallurgical and non-metallurgical improvements
• Generate detailed reports, inspection plans and repair plans
• Maintain detailed records of fabrications, inspections, alterations, and repairs
• Assigned areas of responsibility or specific pressure equipment to perform regulatory and/or compliance inspections.
• Must be able to take call and work overtime as needed.
• Instructs and trains helpers that may be assigned to him/her to complete a work project.
• Utilizes risk-based inspection approach to plan inspection work as part of normal maintenance and turnaround.
• Must be able to coordinate and schedule NDE personnel as required.
• Need to have a valid driver’s license in good standing
• Need to be available for off island travel as needed
• Other duties as required.

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.

The Requirements 

To meet the basic qualifications for employment, you will have legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship. To comply with the regulations at this work location, successful applicants must be eligible to obtain a TWIC card (Transportation Worker Identification Credential). Please review eligibility criteria at https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic. 

Qualifications for this role: 

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Formal or informal education related to inspection, or NDE
• 5+ Years inspection experience in oil refineries
• Experience working with NDE personnel and knowledgeable in the various methods
• Experience working with welders, general knowledge of welding methods, weld types, and welding defects
• A current API 570 certification required or an engineering degree or other API Certification with the requisite
• API 510 Certification or NBIC preferred
• API 653 experience preferred
• Risk Based Inspection experience preferred
• Autocad experience preferred
• Must be able to obtain a National Board Commission within 6 months of starting employment
• Strong candidates will meet the above requirements and have other credentials such as API RP580, RP571, RP577, CWI, NACE, or ASNT level III certifications
• Effective written and verbal communication skills required

About Us 

At Par Pacific, we own and operate market-leading energy and infrastructure businesses in logistically-complex markets. We have built a team of oil and gas industry veterans and subject matter experts to lead our organization with an entrepreneurial spirit and a collaborative, problem solving approach. We bring our diverse strengths and motivation to complex markets where we seek out diamonds in the rough. As a nimble, growing organization, we actively pursue new opportunities with corporate financing know-how, respond to local market demands, and adapt to changing external environments.

More Good Reasons to work for Par:  

Unique culture 

There is nothing ordinary about Par Pacific -- a niche player in the energy space. And there's certainly nothing ordinary about Par Pacific people. We are driven, hardworking, entrepreneurial-minded professionals that love to win. If that describes you, you'll fit right in. 

Location, location, location 

Because Par Pacific is located in some of the most beautiful places throughout the country, our employees get to make these places their home and enrich their lives. The office where you'll work is in the Kapolei (Campbell Industrial Park). Located on the southwest side of O’ahu, Kapolei, named for the volcanic cone Pu’u of Kapolei, is colloquially known as the “second city.”  It is a vibrant, affluent city that is growing rapidly and is within a few miles from beautiful beaches, camp sites and adventure parks. 

Opportunistic growth strategy 

At Par Pacific, we look for operations with strong fundamentals and great employees who can move a business forward. Our management team has deep experience in the energy industry, as well as in leading mergers, acquisitions, and integrations of newly acquired companies. 

Excellent compensation and benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a strong comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance, a robust allotment of paid time off, a 401(k) with company match, retirement savings plans, educational reimbursement, and more. Full-time employees (and their families) are offered medical (with prescription coverage), dental, vision, voluntary critical illness, accident, life/AD&D insurance, Flexible Spending Account and Employee Assistance Program.  Employees can purchase company stock at discounted prices through the Employee Stock Purchase Program. 

Hiring Range:

The hiring range for this position is $110,000 to $137,000, plus non-discretionary bonus. The candidate selected will be placed according to his/her skills and qualifications.

Our Headquarters

Par Pacific Holdings, Inc., based in Houston, Texas, owns, manages and maintains interests in energy and infrastructure businesses. We are a growing energy company focused on renewable and conventional fuels in the Western United States. Par Pacific also owns 46% of Laramie Energy, LLC, a natural gas production company with operations and assets concentrated in Western Colorado.  Our common stock is publicly traded on the NYSE under the trading symbol "PARR".  

Our Refineries and Logistics Operations 

We own and operate refineries in Hawaii, Montana, Washington, and Wyoming, with total operating throughput capacity of over 218 Mbpd. Par Pacific owns and operates one of the largest energy networks in Hawaii with 94,000 bpd of operating refining capacity, a logistics system supplying the major islands of the state and 90 retail locations. In the Pacific Northwest and the Rockies, Par Pacific owns and operates 124,000 bpd of combined refining capacity, related multimodal logistics systems,  

Our Retail Operations 

We own and operate 90 retail locations in Hawaii under the Hele and 76 brands and 33 retail locations in Washington and Idaho under the nomnom brand.

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

Par Pacific is an equal opportunity employer. Par Pacific prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other status protected by applicable law.