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Refinery Process Operator II Salary in the United States

How much does a Refinery Process Operator II make in the United States?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Refinery Process Operator II in the United States is $70,842 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $34.

However, a Refinery Process Operator II's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $82,305
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $63,934 to $76,842
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $57,645
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Refinery Process Operator II Salaries by Percentile

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Monthly
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Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $76,842 $6,404 $1,478 $37
Average $70,842 $5,904 $1,362 $34
25th Percentile $63,934 $5,328 $1,230 $31
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Key Factors That Influence Refinery Process Operator II Salaries

A Refinery Process Operator II's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Refinery Process Operator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Refinery Process Operator II's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Junior Refinery Operator (0-1 years): $60,130
  • Refinery Process Operator II (1-3 years): $70,852
  • Oil Refinery Operator III (3-5 years): $85,104
  • Oil Refinery Operations Supervisor (5+ years): $114,634
  • Oil Refinery Operations Manager (5+ years): $150,229
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Junior Refinery Operator0-1 years$60,130
Refinery Process Operator II1-3 years$70,852
Oil Refinery Operator III3-5 years$85,104
Oil Refinery Operations Supervisor5+ years$114,634
Oil Refinery Operations Manager5+ years$150,229
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Top Paying Cities for Refinery Process Operator IIs

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $89,356
  • San Francisco: $88,478
  • Oakland: $86,515

What Skills Can Increase a Refinery Process Operator II's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Commitment (Mentioned in 9.52% Job Postings): An agreement or pledge to do something in the future a commitment to improve conditions at the prison especially : an engagement to assume a financial obligation at a future date.
  • Work Ethic (Mentioned in 2.38% Job Postings): A belief that work and diligence have a moral benefit and an inherent ability, virtue or value to strengthen character and individual abilities. A set of values centered on importance of work and manifested by determination or desire to work hard.
  • Mechanical Aptitude (Mentioned in 1.19% Job Postings): Mechanical aptitude is a measure of a technical or engineering candidate's mechanical reasoning and mechanical comprehension to succeed in their domain.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Commitment 9.52%
Work Ethic 2.38%
Mechanical Aptitude 1.19%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Refinery Process Operator II's salary.
  • Scheduling: Can increase your salary by up to 43%.
  • Commitment: Can increase your salary by up to 19%.
  • Communicates Effectively: Can increase your salary by up to 16%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Scheduling
$101,304
43%
Commitment
$84,302
19%
Communicates Effectively
$82,177
16%
Safety Standards
$76,509
8%
Risk Management
$75,093
6%
Continuous Improvement
$74,384
5%
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Refinery Process Operator II Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Refinery Process Operator II's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on April 01, 2026

Refinery Process Operator II Salary Growth & Career Path

For a Refinery Process Operator II, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Oil Refinery Operator III role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $85,200 - a projected growth of 20% over your current level.

Salary Trends for Refinery Process Operator II

Salaries for a Refinery Process Operator II can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $75,388 in 2023 to around $74,834 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Refinery Process Operator II salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Refinery Process Operator II Over Time

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2023
$75,388
2024
$75,489
2025
$74,834
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2023 $75,388
2024 $75,489
2025 $74,834
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