Craft Worker - Outside Machinist

Location: Mandan, North Dakota

An exciting career awaits you

At MPC, we’re committed to being a great place to work – one that welcomes new ideas, encourages diverse perspectives, develops our people, and fosters a collaborative team environment.

Position Summary:

MPC’s Mandan Refinery located in Mandan, ND is seeking a maintenance craft worker who specializes in rotating equipment repairs. An Outside Machinist is required to understand and demonstrate knowledge of safety rules and procedures, process safety hazards, job and refinery rules, procedures and policies and the application and proper use of safety and personal protective equipment. A working knowledge of the various types of process plant equipment and the skills to repair this equipment are important. This position will also perform general plant maintenance as needed.

This position is located in Mandan, ND and reports to the Machinery & Mechanical Supervisor.

Key Responsibilities:

• Repairing, rebuilding, or upgrading mechanical equipment, not limited to pumps, compressors, turbines, valves, and gearboxes per MPC specifications, standards, and drawings.
• Maintain equipment through preventive maintenance, predictive maintenance (vibration analysis, oil analysis, etc.) and condition-based monitoring.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and control problems on refinery equipment to minimize downtime, maximize reliability and ensure compliance.
• Read and understand equipment manuals, procedures, and proper tool selection to troubleshoot and repair equipment.
• Maintain knowledge of application of precision measuring tools and equipment is required. Tools to include the wide array of the various types of micrometers and calipers, indicators, height gauges, and proficient in the use of laser alignment equipment.
• Ensuring required documentation of repairs, modifications, and training are completed in a timely and meticulous manner.
• Apply basic principles and required repair procedures for centrifugal and reciprocating pumps and compressors and various types of gearboxes.
• Knowledge of mechanical drives and systems is required. Hydraulic and pneumatic systems and equipment repair knowledge is desired.
• Work will not be limited to machinist/millwright duties. Individual will be required to perform many other duties in the maintenance of an industrial plant.

Education and Experience:

• HS Diploma or GED Required.
• Apprentice or Journeyman millwright or an associate’s degree in related field preferred.
• Minimum of two years of mechanical experience required. Refinery mechanical or similar process plant experience preferred.
• NCCER Certification is preferred.
• Experience in laser alignment, pump mechanic, steam turbine mechanic, compressor mechanic preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Skills:

• Experience in running overhead cranes, forklifts, and basic rigging principles are essential.
• Strong math background and ability to read blueprints is required.

• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to use multiple types of hand tools.

• Experience in field balancing of rotating equipment preferred.
• Must demonstrate knowledge and skills in safe rigging practices.
• Ability to work overtime, work after hour callouts, and occasional plant shutdowns/startups.
• Ability to physically perform all duties required which may involve (among others): bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing ladders, lifting and carrying loads up to 50 lbs.
• Must be willing to climb ladders, work at heights and in confined spaces.
• Ability to work efficiently and safely alone as well as part of a team.

Pay and Benefits:

Employees with outside machinist work experience who are qualified can start at $39.44 - $48.47. The maximum rate for the position is

$54.19 with demonstrated qualification/proficiency after being hired.

Annual increases are scheduled.

• Annual Bonus Program
• 401k plan with Company match
• Cash balance pension plan
• Paid vacation, sick and holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Education Reimbursement
• Health/Dental/Vision benefits
• Additional benefits available

As an energy industry leader, our career opportunities fuel personal and professional growth.

Location:

Mandan, North Dakota

Additional locations:

Job Requisition ID:

00024585

Location Address:

900 Old Red Trl NE

Education:

Employee Group:

Full time

Employee Subgroup:

Regular

Marathon Petroleum Company LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decision-making, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition or AIDS/HIV status, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, military, veteran status, marital status, citizenship or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, click here.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process at Marathon Petroleum LP, please contact our Human Resources Department at talentacquisition@marathonpetroleum.com. Please specify the reasonable accommodation you are requesting, along with the job posting number in which you may be interested. A Human Resources representative will review your request and contact you to discuss a reasonable accommodation. Marathon Petroleum offers a total rewards program which includes, but is not limited to, access to health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, 401k matching program, paid parental leave, and educational reimbursement. Detailed benefit information is available at https://mympcbenefits.com.The hired candidate will also be eligible for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Veteran / Disability

We will consider all qualified Applicants for employment, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. In reviewing criminal history in connection with a conditional offer of employment, Marathon will consider the key responsibilities of the role.