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Maintenance Superintendent

Calumet
Shreveport, LA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/16/2025 CLOSED ON 1/12/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Superintendent position at Calumet?

PURPOSE:

The Maintenance Superintendent is responsible for directing Rotating Equipment, I&E and Fixed Equipment supervisors. The Superintendent has the responsibility for the safe, environmentally sound, PSM compliant, reliable, and economic repair of refinery piping and fixed equipment. This position is responsible for overseeing maintenance activities for the crafts, in such a manner that high quality repairs are completed in a timely manner, in support of site reliability objectives. The Maintenance Superintendent is responsible for the productivity of all craft and contractors under their direction.

KEY OBJECTIVES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Assumes responsibilities of Maintenance Manager when necessary
  • Ensure crafts perform all work safely and in accordance with all Calumet procedures
  • Oversees daily job duties for all crafts in maintenance to drive Reliability
  • Coordinate and execute daily maintenance tasks with assistance of Planning Supervisor
  • Efficient utilization of the MMS (Maintenance Management System); timely close out of work orders, updating of maintenance task routine, generation of reports, etc.
  • Manage daily/weekly maintenance schedules
  • Work directly with Operation Superintendents on refinery needs based off production
  • Monitor the condition of equipment in the plant in cooperation with the operations group to maintain reliable operation
  • Establish the performance standards for maintenance utilizing KPI's, develop the method of measurement and provide timely and routine feedback to those responsible for the performance (performance management)
  • Must be able to interpret Process Flow Diagrams and Process System P&IDs (Piping and Instrumentation Drawings). Must be able to read engineering drawings related to all site equipment and piping
  • Troubleshoot quality and process problems in collaboration with operations, process engineers, reliability engineers, inspections, and others to ensure that all aspects of equipment operation and maintenance are managed
  • Perform field audits of work to ensure safety, quality, and productivity
  • Perform Plant Housekeeping and ensure craft does the same
  • Learn and apply Calumet Engineering Standards
  • Train and coach all craft supervisors to evaluate and improve performance of the team in a continuous manner
  • Flexible and willing to work rotating shifts as needed – including overtime and nights/weekend callouts
  • Other activities as directed by the Maintenance Manager
  • Participates in performance and coaching activities for individual employees on shift

REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCES:

  • High School Diploma, GED, or Degree in Related Field
  • Working knowledge of functions and design/operation of plant equipment, process, and products; methods development and procedures; industrial and personnel administration; labor relations; repair maintenance of equipment; understanding of codes; read, understand and direct work for fabrication according to design isometrics and specifications; piping layout and fabrication; ability to prepare, administer, and monitor departmental budgets
  • 10 or more years technical or craft experience in fixed equipment/piping in Refining, Chemical, or related Industrial fields and strong exposure to maintenance principles and practices.
  • Minimum of 3 years demonstrated experience in supervisory responsibilities
  • Good Communication, training, mentoring skills
  • Strong leadership skills

PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCES:

  • Candidate must have 5 years of experience after degree in an industrial setting

COMPETENCIES:

  • Extensive working knowledge of field maintenance processes in fixed equipment/piping
  • Ability to manage multiple activities and prioritize tasks with minimal direction or oversight
  • Knowledge of root cause analysis techniques and very strong troubleshooting capability
  • Proven safety experience/training and leadership regarding oil and gas operations including but not limited to; confined space, lock out tag out, hot work, safe work permits, personal protective equipment, and other critical safety procedures
  • Ability to learn any potential new Engineering processes/systems and equipment quickly
  • Knowledge of applicable ANSI and API standards related to piping systems
  • Demonstration of Calumet Values – Safety, Environment & Social Responsibility, Teamwork, Ownership, Passion for Customers, and Excellence
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