How much does a Refinery Senior Operator make in California? The average Refinery Senior Operator salary in California is $78,100 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $71,500 and $86,900. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Refinery Senior Operator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Refinery Senior Operator Salary $65,491 CA February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Refinery Senior Operator Salary $71,500 CA February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Refinery Senior Operator Salary $78,100 CA February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Refinery Senior Operator Salary $86,900 CA February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Refinery Senior Operator Salary $94,912 CA February 26, 2024
25% $71,500 10% $65,491 90% $94,912 75% $86,900 $78,100 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Refinery Senior Operator responsibilities include monitoring pressure and flow and reading gauges and adjusting valves as needed. Controls equipment systems that process natural gas or petroleum into specified products. Being a Refinery Senior Operator requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. May be responsible for identifying and correcting problems in the refinery process. In addition, Refinery Senior Operator may have to complete an apprenticeship and/or formal training in area of specialty in the field. May lead or direct the work of others. Typically reports to a supervisor/manager. Working as a Refinery Senior Operator typically requires 3-5 years of related experience. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. Works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    3 - 5 years experience
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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Coachella, CA Avg. Salary $75,102 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Acampo, CA Avg. Salary $75,437 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Acton, CA Avg. Salary $78,961 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Adelanto, CA Avg. Salary $75,017 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Adin, CA Avg. Salary $71,780 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Agoura Hills, CA Avg. Salary $77,600 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Aguanga, CA Avg. Salary $75,260 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Ahwahnee, CA Avg. Salary $70,464 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Alameda, CA Avg. Salary $86,311 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Alamo, CA Avg. Salary $86,113 Date Updated February 26, 2024

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