Job Posting Date:  Sep 11, 2026
Location: 

Lemont, IL, US, 60439

Job Function:  Maintenance

CITGO PETROLEUM CORPORATION

CITGO Petroleum Corporation is a recognized leader in the refining industry and operates under the well-known CITGO brand. CITGO owns and operates three refineries located in Lake Charles, LA.; Lemont, IL.; and Corpus Christi, TX, and wholly and/or jointly owns 43 active terminals, nine pipelines and three lubricants blending and packaging plants. With approximately 3,300 employees and a combined crude capacity of approximately 829,000 barrels-per-day (bpd), positions CITGO as one of the best-branded supplier companies in the industry.

 

At CITGO our people are our most important resource.  Our core values are Safety, Integrity, Respect, Accountability, and Care.

Job Summary

This position is on-site at the CITGO Lemont Refinery, Lemont Illinois.

 

Maintenance Technician - Electrical.  Candidate will work in a refinery environment maintaining all types of electrical equipment which includes motors, heat trace, substations, lighting, conduit, wiring, and other specialty types of electrical equipment.

 

Pay Range: $44.23 - $51.67/hour.

Benefits: Hourly Benefits Brochure

Application Deadline:  Sunday, September 20, 2026

Minimum Qualifications

  • Basic Maintenance Skills 
  • Must understand electrical fundamentals
  • Must understand electrical test equipment including digital multimeter and ammeters
  • Must understand basic shop equipment
  • Must be able to work in a refinery environment
  • Must be able to work outdoors, climb, and wear SCBA
  • Must be able to work weekend, holidays, and overtime as required
  • Must be able to lift and carry 50lbs
  • High School Diploma or G.E.D.
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) Eligibility

Job Duties

Install, and troubleshoot/repair electrical equipment for routine and non-routine maintenance. Preventative maintenance and frequent inspections on electrical equipment. Disassemble and reassemble equipment for inspection, testing, and repair. Participation in LOTO activities. Willingness to work various shifts and overtime, as needed.

Job Duties II

Job duties displayed above are not all-inclusive, site-specific responsibilities may be assigned. 

 

Here are the incentives we offer:

• Remote Work options available for eligible positions
• Options are department and/or location specific
• 9/80 Work Schedule Option (where applicable)
• Annual Vacation Incentive (40-120 hours of additional pay) for Eligible Employees
• Paid Vacation Time
• Company-Paid Holidays
• Caregiver Leave
• Excellent 401(k) Match
• Pension Plan

• Performance Incentive

• Company-Paid Sick Leave and Long-Term Disability
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans; FSA and HSA options
• Company-Paid Life Insurance for Active Employees
• Healthy Rewards Program
• Service Awards Program
• Educational Assistance Plan
• Dependent Children Scholarships
• Reimbursement for Gym Membership
• Employee Discount Programs
• On-site Health Clinic (select locations)
• On-site Cafeteria (select locations)
• On-site Credit Union and ATM (Corporate office only)
• On-site Fitness Center (select locations)


PLEASE NOTE ALL JOBS DO NOT QUALIFY FOR ALL PERKS

 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

Requisition ID - 2144 


Nearest Major Market: Chicago