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Motiva

Refines, distributes, and markets petroleum products

Electrician

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026Deadline 10/27/26
No salary listed
Entry
Port Arthur, TX, USA
In PersonOn-site at the Port Arthur Manufacturing Complex; travel for offsite training may be required.
Building TradesElectrical
No H1B Sponsorship

About the job

Requirements
  • High school diploma or equivalent education.
  • Texas State-issued Journeyman Electrical/Wireman License.
  • Knowledge of motor/starter circuitry.
  • Ability to read and understand wiring diagrams.
  • Valid driver's license.
  • Must currently hold or be able to qualify to receive a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card at time of hire.
  • Willing and able to work outside in inclement weather, in compact and confined spaces, and at heights; walk on elevated grating and stairs.
  • With proper training, willing and able to use safe lifting techniques to lift 50 pounds from the ground to waist level.
  • Willing and able to work in a self-contained breathing apparatus.
  • Must pass a pre-hire physical abilities test.
  • Must be willing and able to work overtime, holidays, nights, and weekends; be on call and meet callout standards for site responsibilities and emergencies; and travel for offsite training when required.
  • Must support and comply with the company's drug-free work environment, including random drug screenings, harassment-free work environment policy, safety policies and initiatives, and diversity and inclusion work environment policies.
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States for Motiva Enterprises LLC without sponsorship of an immigration authorization or visa.
Responsibilities
  • Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair low- and medium-voltage electrical systems.
  • Diagnose and repair electrical distribution systems, motor control centers, and switchgear equipment.
  • Inspect, test, troubleshoot, and replace industrial lighting systems and associated electrical components.
  • Use voltmeters, amp meters, meggers, and other diagnostic tools to identify and resolve electrical issues.
  • Read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, blueprints, and technical documentation to support maintenance and installation activities.
  • Support Lockout/Tagout activities and ensure safe isolation of energized equipment during maintenance work.
  • Complete accurate and timely work order documentation and maintenance records within the plant's computerized maintenance management system.
  • Follow safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements while collaborating with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to support continuous plant operations.
Desired Qualifications
  • Working knowledge of NFPA 70E/Arc-Flash.

About the company

Motiva refines, distributes and markets petroleum products across the Americas, anchored by the Port Arthur complex in Texas. It operates North America’s largest refinery (730,000 barrels per day), the largest base oil plant in the region, and an integrated chemical plant, producing fuels, base oils and chemicals for branded and unbranded wholesalers under exclusive Shell and 76 licenses. Its size, integrated operations, exclusive licenses, and Aramco ownership set it apart from competitors. Its goal is to supply high-volume, high-quality refined fuels and base oils across the Americas as part of Aramco’s broader energy and chemicals strategy.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Houston, Texas

Founded

1998

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What believers are saying

  • Motiva restarted Port Arthur’s FCCU on August 6, 2026, restoring gasoline output quickly.
  • Aramco bought Venezuelan heavy crude in February 2026, improving feedstock flexibility for Motiva.
  • The February 2025 Port Arthur expansion spending supports ongoing operational modernization and occupancy buildout.

What critics are saying

  • Tropical Storm Edouard disrupted Port Arthur on September 1, 2026, triggering 4,570 pounds emissions.
  • FCCU repairs and storm shutdowns exposed fragile operations; another outage would hit 2026 margins.
  • Any major Port Arthur accident, fire, or environmental action threatens Motiva’s core cash engine.

What makes Motiva unique

  • Aramco wholly owns Motiva Enterprises, backing Port Arthur with global crude supply.
  • Port Arthur remains America’s largest refinery, 656,400 bpd, with integrated base oil and chemicals.
  • Exclusive Shell and 76 brand licenses support Motiva’s fuel distribution scale.

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Benefits

  • Flexible Work Hours
  • Remote Work Options

Company News

Intelligence360 News
Apr 19th, 2024
Motiva To Spend $2.5 Million To Occupy 6,697 Square Feet Of Space In Port Arthur Texas.

Motiva to spend $2.5 Million to occupy 6,697 square feet of space in Port Arthur Texas. Motiva to spend $2.5 Million to occupy 6,697 square feet of space in Port Arthur Texas.Port Arthur, Texas — According to state and local development sources, Motiva plans to invest $2,500,000.00 to build out 6,697 square feet of new space in Port Arthur. The company plans to occupy the new space at 2555 Savannah Ave. in Port Arthur, on or about February 1, 2025. According to the company website Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Motiva refines, distributes and markets petroleum products throughout the Americas. The companys Port Arthur Manufacturing Complex in Port Arthur, TX, is comprised of North Americas largest refinery with a total throughput of 720,000 barrels per day, the worlds second largest base oil plant, and an integrated chemical plant

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May 23rd, 2022
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Mar 31st, 2022
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