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Mechanic Helper


Job Location:

Kenai, AK - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 3 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 30 September 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

An exciting career awaits you


At MPC were committed to being a great place to work one that welcomes new ideas encourages diverse perspectives develops our people and fosters a collaborative team environment.

This is an entry level mechanic helper position responsible for performing preventative maintenance functions on a variety of refinery rotating equipment including pumps compressors motors fin fans etc. as well as assisting mechanics in the repair and maintenance of rotating equipment at the Refinery and Pipeline operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Performs preventative maintenance inspections and repairs performs oil changes and lubricates refinery rotating equipment.
  • General cleanup of worksites shops grounds and units as required.
  • Assists mechanics with installing threaded piping and tubing systems.
  • Occasionally performs work in confined spaces.
  • Assists with snow removal activities shoveling ice chipping sanding.
  • Maintains appropriate maintenance and repair records.
  • Initiates work notifications on defective equipment.
  • Develops the basic knowledge to read and interpret P&IDS and drawings.
  • Assists other mechanic technicians as assigned.
  • Participate in call outs and able to work nights weekends holidays and work over as needed to support the refinery
  • Positively engage in morning toolbox and safety meetings
  • Maintain safe and compliant equipment in accordance with RSP-1308 and all other Marathon governing documents.
  • Work as a team member with mechanics operations and other crafts at the refinery
  • Maintain and submit documentation for accurate record keeping of equipment repairs
  • Be an active part of a culture that promotes ethical practices and legal compliance encourages customer service individual integrity safety teamwork employee innovation and accountability
  • The hours of the position are 4/10s with occasional overtime callouts and TAR support every three years

Education and Experience:

  • Minimum High School diploma or equivalent.
  • At least two (2) years of prior experience in an industrial setting requiring application of mechanical skills; or one (1) year of technical training combined with one (1) year of maintenance experience in an industrial setting requiring application of mechanical skills.

Other:

  • Must possess and maintain a valid Alaska Drivers License.
  • Must have or be able to obtain a valid TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) card
  • Must be willing to climb ladders work at heights and in confined spaces.
  • Must be willing and able to work overtime and provide night shift coverage as needed for various plant emergencies to ensure continuous safe and environmentally compliant plant production.
  • Must have strong written and verbal communication skills. Must be capable of communicating within all levels of the organization

As an energy industry leader our career opportunities fuel personal and professional growth.

Location:

Kenai Alaska

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Job Requisition ID:

Location Address:

54741 Energy Way

Education:

Employee Group:

Full time

Employee Subgroup:

Regular

Marathon Petroleum Company LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race color religion creed sex gender (including pregnancy childbirth breastfeeding or related medical conditions) sexual orientation gender identity gender expression reproductive health decision-making age mental or physical disability medical condition or AIDS/HIV status ancestry national origin genetic information military veteran status marital status citizenship or any other status protected by applicable federal state or local laws. If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant click here.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process at Marathon Petroleum LP please contact our Human Resources Department at
. Please specify the reasonable accommodation you are requesting along with the job posting number in which you may be interested. A Human Resources representative will review your request and contact you to discuss a reasonable accommodation. Marathon Petroleum offers a total rewards program which includes but is not limited to access to health vision and dental insurance paid time off 401k matching program paid parental leave and educational reimbursement. Detailed benefit information is available at.The hired candidate will also be eligible for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Veteran / Disability

We will consider all qualified Applicants for employment including those with arrest or conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local reviewing criminal history in connection with a conditional offer of employment Marathon will consider the key responsibilities of the role.