About this role
Refinery Sampler (Entry Level)
Looking to break into the industrial field with a company that values safety, teamwork, and growth? This entry-level role offers hands-on experience in a vital part of refinery operations. As a Refinery Sampler, you’ll be part of a team that ensures product quality through precise sample collection and coordination with lab personnel. No experience? No problem. Paid training is provided, and strong performers have clear opportunities to grow. If you're dependable, detail-oriented, and ready to start a long-term career in a high-demand industry, this could be the perfect fit.
Job Duties & Responsibilities:
• Gathers and prepares sampling equipment for each shift
• Receives instructions and shift updates from outgoing sampler and lab lead
• Completes and labels all sample tags for accurate tracking and delivery
• Interfaces with lab and operations personnel during sample pickup and delivery
• Navigates tank farms and process units to collect product samples
• Communicates with the lab lead to ensure safe and timely sample handling
• Performs other duties as needed to support daily operations
Job Qualifications:
• Experience is a plus but not required, and paid on-the-job training is available
• May require a valid Driver’s License and / or a valid TWIC card, depending on work location
• 18 years or older and legally able to work in the U.S.
• Pass a drug screen, physical, and background check
• Wear all required PPE without restriction and pass any required medical exams
• Speak, write, read fluent English
• Regular on-site attendance and punctuality is required
• Previous military experience and proven ability to follow procedures is a plus
12 Hour Rotating Shift (Days/Nights/Weekends/Holidays)
Why join the PSC team?
- Since 1952, PSC Group has had a strong reputation for quality service, safety, environmental protection, and taking care of our employees.
- We are a leader in product handling and site logistics for refineries, chemical producers, and marine transportation providers.
- The work we do makes a huge impact in our nation's economy. Check out our videos at PSC Group - Career Videos to learn more.
- Check out our online newsletter "The Connection" which contains articles about our work groups, recognition events, and achievements of our employees and their family members at PSC Group - Newsletter.
- Our Core Values serve as the foundation for all we do—how we conduct our business, serve our customers, and treat members of our PSC family. Learn more at PSC Group - Core Values.
Employee Benefits:
- Medical insurance options with the company paying a large portion of the premiums, including affordable dental and vision plans for employees and their families
- Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
- Matching 401(k) plan to help employees save money for retirement
- Vacation, sick leave, and holiday benefits (varies by work group)
- Incentives, discounts, and bonuses
- Industry-leading training and development programs
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The above job description does not reflect all essential job functions or physical requirements.
This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
PSC Group, formerly known as Petroleum Service Corporation, is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Other facts
About PSC Group
PSC Group (formerly known as Petroleum Service Corporation) is an operating company for the refining, petrochemical, terminal and marine transportation industries. We work as a service provider within customers’ facilities and with their equipment, using skilled employees trained to work in complex and hazardous manufacturing environments.
We offer the broadest suite of product handling, site logistics, marine operations, railcar repair, sustainability operations and ancillary services with the technical expertise, experience, and know-how to provide critical support through all levels of the petrochemical and fuel supply chains.
Since its founding in 1952 as the nation's first tankerman service, PSC has been committed to meeting industry needs for safe and efficient product handling and site logistics services. Our 4,500+ employees deliver quality service at more than 125 refineries, terminals, docks, and chemical plants across the U.S. and Canada.
What you'll do
- As a Refinery Sampler, you will gather and prepare sampling equipment, collect product samples, and ensure accurate tracking and delivery of samples. You will also communicate with lab and operations personnel to ensure safe and timely sample handling.
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