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Mechanic Helper

Valero
Sunray, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 10/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/2/2027
Mechanic Helper-26001E3

Description


Valero is the best-in-class producer of essential fuels and products that are foundational to modern life. We invite you to join our ~10,000 employees to drive exceptional results for our company, the energy industry and our community.

At Valero, this role performs duties that support our commitment to advancing the future of energy through innovation, ingenuity, and unmatched execution, including:

  • Installs, inspects, and maintains rotating equipment within the refinery.
  • Inspects and performs maintenance on pumps.
  • Adjusts and aligns machinery and equipment.
  • Uses hand and power tools to complete assigned work tasks. Is able to set-up, prepare, and inspect the work site.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of basic physical and mechanical principles and craft math.
  • Understands bearings, seals, compressors, pumps and cylinders, valve and pipe configurations, shaft packing, and drive systems.
  • Understands characteristics of metals and is knowledgeable about the various types and applications of lubricants.
  • Follows guidelines and procedures to ensure that rotating equipment is working in a safe and reliable manner.
  • This position is hourly nonexempt status, which means you are eligible for overtime pay.

Qualifications


Minimum Requirements
:

  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • A minimum of 1 year Rotating Equipment or related experience, which could include experience as a machinist, millwright, or pump mechanic OR a degree in one of these fields required.
  • Able and willing to work on-site, in-person at the McKee Refinery, required.

Need more reasons to work for a company that is both professionally challenging and culturally rewarding? Take a look at some of our best-in-class benefits:

  • Competitive Pay and Annual Bonus Program
  • 100% match on 401(K) up to 7%, with immediate vesting
  • Company-sponsored Pension Plan
  • Comprehensive Healthcare and Wellness Program

Benefits described above are highlights only, subject to an employee’s eligibility and work location.

Discover more about McKee and how we’re making a difference there.

You may receive communication from Valero by email, telephone, or home mail regarding the status of your application for this position.

Valero's employees and team-focused culture drive our success. We’re invested in our dedicated workforce through a comprehensive, customizable benefits package, while supporting a caring culture that delivers a rewarding work environment built on teamwork, excellence and career growth. To explore the ways we build a stronger team, visit Valero.com/Careers.

Valero is an EEO Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, including race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

Please be advised, if you are viewing this position on a website that lists an estimated salary rate/range, it was not provided by Valero. Valero’s market specific salary rate/range will be provided during the recruiting process and tends to be higher than what is estimated by such websites.

The posting may close earlier than the advertised date based on applications received.

Note: Valero’s pre-employment process includes successful completion of a background check and hair-analysis drug screen.

Job:

Operations/Skilled Crafts & Trades/Maintenance

Primary Location:

US-TX-Sunray

Job Posting

Sep 22, 2026, 2:38:07 PM

Unposting Date

Ongoing

Benefits:

401K Plan, Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time Off

Salary : $33,429 - $48,648

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