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PTS Advance is looking to fill a role for a Mechanical Planner in Martinez, California.  A Refinery Mechanical Planner develops detailed work packages for mechanical maintenance and equipment turnaround (shutdown) activities. 

Client: Refinery
Location: Martinez, CA
Duration: Now- until Q1/2028
Benefits: Health, Vision, Dental, 401K, Paid Time Off
Pay: $65+ hr. W/per diem
Schedule: 4/10's  with OT opportunities


Core Responsibilities:
The role bridges operations and maintenance, determining the step-by-step procedures, labor estimates, materials, and safety protocols required to repair and maintain fixed and rotating refinery equipment safely and efficiently. 
  • Job Package Development: Create detailed, step-by-step job plans, including craft hour estimates, tooling requirements, and equipment specifications. 
  • Material Management: Order necessary spare parts, manage Bill of Materials (BOMs), and coordinate with procurement to ensure parts are staged before maintenance begins.
  • Safety & Compliance: Conduct Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), verify equipment isolation, and ensure all plans comply with OSHA and refinery safety standards. 
  • Work Order Management: Review incoming notifications, prioritize mechanical backlog, and maintain accurate task lists. 
  • Stakeholder Coordination: Collaborate with operations, engineering, and contractors to align maintenance schedules with refinery production goals.
Key Requirements & Qualifications
  • Experience: Typically requires 3–7 years of mechanical maintenance experience within a refinery, petrochemical, or heavy industrial environment.
  • Technical Skills: Ability to read and interpret Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), isometrics, and complex equipment blueprints. [1]
  • Software Proficiency: Strong working knowledge of CMMS systems (e.g., SAP, Maximo) and scheduling tools (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project).

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