Shift Commander at CITGO Petroleum Corporation in Lemont, Illinois

Job Description:

CITGO PETROLEUM CORPORATION

CITGO Petroleum Corporation is a recognized leader in the refining industry and operates under the well-known CITGO brand. CITGO owns and operates three refineries located in Lake Charles, LA.; Lemont, IL.; and Corpus Christi, TX, and wholly and/or jointly owns 38 active terminals, six pipelines and three lubricants blending and packaging plants. With approximately 3,300 employees and a combined crude capacity of approximately 807,000 barrels-per-day (bpd), positions CITGO as one of the best-branded supplier companies in the industry.

At CITGO our people are our most important resource. Our core values are Safety, Integrity, Respect, Accountability, and Care.

Job Summary

The Shift Commander, under the direct supervision of the EP&R Manager, coordinates the daily activities of the fire department and the contract emergency response organization. The Shift Commander assures his/her shift is ready to respond to refinery emergencies protecting assets, employees, and local communities at all times. The Shift Commander is responsible for conducting training and drills encompassing all disciplines of the emergency response team & refinery fire brigade in accordance with NFPA, OSFM, OSHA, USCG, and USEPA requirements. This position also supports the refinery safety & security effort by providing basic safety services. This position is located on-site at the CITGO Refinery in Lemont, Illinois.

Expected salary range $118,000 - $133,000

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Application deadline is April 29, 2025

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma and minimum of 10 years of progressive emergency response experience - industrial & municipal combined


• Illinois Office of the State Fire Marshal certified as:


• OSFM Advanced Technician Firefighter


• OSFM Haz-Mat Operations


• OSFM Instructor I


• Illinois Dept of Public Health Certified as EMT-B or higher.


• Valid Driver's License - Class B Non CDL


• Broad working knowledge of industrial emergency response and EMS.


• Previous fire officer experience- Industrial/Municipal


• Must obtain the following certifications within one year of date of hire.


• NIMS 100/200/300//700/800


• Fall Protection Competent Person


• Lemont Refinery Qualified Permit Writer


• American Heart Association CPR Instructor


• Must obtain the following certifications within year two of hire.


• NIMS 400


• Excavation Competent person


• OSFM Hazmat Technician


• Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements: The Maritime Transportation Security Act requires all persons who will need unescorted access to a regulated facility to have a valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC), issued in accordance with the rules established by the United States Coast Guard and the Transportation Security Administration. All candidates must be eligible to receive a TWIC in order to be considered for an offer.

To obtain more information on the Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC), and to check eligibility requirements, please visit the Transportation Security Administration's website: https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic

Job Duties

Directs assigned emergency response shift. Provides leadership as Field Incident Commander during all emergency responses until relieved by higher-ranking officer if required. Develops tactical strategies and assures proper equipment and manpower is deployed to contain and control all emergencies. Works with local municipal and mutual aid agencies to develop a unified command structure during large scale events and emergencies.

Provides and/or participates in all levels of training and drills in accordance with OSHA, NFPA, USCG and USEPA regulations to assure readiness of refinery emergency responders that protect employees, company assets, and local communities. Provides assistance with developing drills and exercises in areas of fire, EMS, hazmat, rescue and oil spill.

Supervises basic safety services to assure quality of confined spaces, hot work and supplied air work within the refinery. Prioritizes staffing and equipment to ensure all permitting is performed in a timely manner. Supports Refinery Shutdowns/Turnarounds as directed by the EP&R Manager. Directs the daily delivery activities of air trailers to/from jobsites.

Assures readiness of all emergency response equipment for the refinery, including mobile and fixed. Communicates and reports all issues and assists in scheduling and repairing of equipment. Maintains inspections records and preventative maintenance programs to ensure that emergency response equipment is in a constant state of readiness at all times. Ensures protection and suppression systems throughout the refinery and associated buildings are operating and compliant with state and local ordinances.

Works as a member of the field incident team in conducting initial assessment of incidents or near misses that are initiated through established reporting systems. Initial assessment may include taking photographs, acquiring work permits, witness statements, and other documentation to support the formal investigation. Conducts field audits of refinery emergency equipment and reports findings to ensure corrective actions are taken.

Performs other duties and Refinery projects as assigned by the EP&R Manager or HSSE Manager

Job duties displayed above are not all-inclusive, site-specific responsibilities may be assigned.

Here are the incentives we offer:

• Remote Work options available for eligible positions
• Options are department and/or location specific
• 9/80 Work Schedule Option (where applicable)
• Annual Vacation Incentive (40-120 hours of additional pay) for Eligible Employees
• Paid Vacation Time
• Company-Paid Holidays
• Caregiver Leave
• Excellent 401(k) Match
• Pension Plan
• Company-Paid Sick Leave and Long-Term Disability
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans; FSA and HSA options
• Company-Paid Life Insurance for Active Employees
• Healthy Rewards Program
• Service Awards Program
• Educational Assistance Plan
• Dependent Children Scholarships
• Reimbursement for Gym Membership
• Employee Discount Programs
• On-site Health Clinic (select locations)
• On-site Cafeteria (select locations)
• On-site Credit Union and ATM (Corporate office only)
• On-site Fitness Center (select locations)

PLEASE NOTE ALL JOBS DO NOT QUALIFY FOR ALL PERKS

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

Requisition ID - 1237

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