pipefitter

pipe welder

industrial mechanic

millwright

welder

STARCON INTERNATIONAL

A typical day involved time entry for all employees for the previous day, followed by processing purchase orders and billing to the client.

I have been in a learning curve almost the entire time I've been employed due to software changes from my both my company and the client. I've learned 3 different payroll and billing systems.

Management hasn't been the best. We are a contractor, and as of March 26th, we will be removed from this site due to improper management.

My co-workers are great. We have good teamwork at this site.

The hardest part of the job is getting all the right information that I need for a particular billing. There are many different pieces to the billing puzzle, and not everything is done at this site; not everyone considers proper billing a priority.

The most enjoyable part of the job is the interaction with my team.

Working for StarCon has been a learning experience and many opportunity ahead however turnaround pays well but chasing the jobs are hard when needed full time employment to survive monthly bills. Working as a safety associate has given me much more knowledge in the chemical field industry and safety performance on the job. Awareness at all times was critical many lives are in jeopardy not only for  my own safety but the safety of our co-workers. Our typical day week we had to be on top of our game and check for safety hazard in all surrounding area assigned to us. Potential  hazard could accrue at any given time. The hardest part of my job was to see it end so soon. And the most enjoyable part was meeting such good people.

In the Marathon refinery Starcon was an outstanding company to work for. The first thing I noticed upon arrival was the welcoming atmosphere of a family type group that accepted me right off the road not as just another hired hand but as one of their own. The work was challenging at times being as I was new to refinery work and had been fitting pipe in mostly new construction until this job but my co-workers were happy to show me what I needed to know and how to safely do the new tasks i was being given. I had the best boss and the best crew of guys Ive worked with my entire career which made getting up for work alot easier and gave me a good attitude. We worked 4/10s giving me alot of time with my family which i had been missing for a long time..

The company is constantly looking planners, estimators and schedulers and yet doesn't;t want them to pay per diem or travel. This essentially means that they want retirees, the few locals who for some reasons can't find work and travelers who are so desperate for a gig that they are willing to lose money to take it.

While that may be their customers decision not pay extra, it does not to attract or retain workers. Well...quality workers, that is as there are slugs out there who have no trouble showing for a job and then screwing the pooch for everybody. Starcon doesn't seem to care so long as their chosen few find roles.

Pays good if you exclude travel, per diem and overtime.
Other than that...not much here,

I had to take off from work for medical reasons and was forced to quit with a bad evaluation and a do not rehire. I have diabetes, the job didn’t even start yet and when I told them I needed to take off for a week for testing and blood work they told me it was ok they they would just give me a lay off because  the job was only 4 weeks long and we had been on site for 2-1/2 doing nothing. I was a week away from having to get my lay off and they pulled me in the office and forced me to quit without a lay off and gave me a do not rehire on my paperwork. So I do not recommend working for a company who does not value their employees health and health issues.

A typical day at work: 12 hour shifts (daytime or nightime) Supervising different work areas at different times. 30 minute lunch break.

I have learned what it is like to work around very dangerous equipment and how to avoid accidents. 

Co-workers are mostly male; 
the hardest part of the job is being on your feet for 12 hours and working 7 days a week for weeks or even months.

I enjoy traveling and experiencing new states.

Starcon is a great company to work for with a tremendous team of caring and intelligent people. They strive on working safely and developing safer working practices. The people at Starcon care about their team members and their families. 

My typical day at work would depend on rather I was assigned to a project or working in the corporate office. Assigned to a project meant living on the road and working very long hours that came with great compensation. working in the office meant working in a slower pace more relaxed & professional environment.

Great folks up in the office and the field , I have 21 years I this industry and Starcon has been my favorite group to weld for. Genuinely concerned for your safety and spare no expense on equipment to ensure it. Never been asked to perform a sketchy task. Was out of town with them 5 months once , told them I was a little down  because my children missed me, was told to catch a plane right now and go see them, gave me 2 weeks without hesitation or complaint. All around great company to work for! 

Don't quit your job based on promises from Starcon. No promised raises are given out. Supervisors buddy lied and gets paid more than most other employees and is completely worthless. Poor pay for work done and little vacation time. Scaffold guys overworked while mechanics/boilermakers sit back and nap half the day. 4 10s is the only plus side, but call ins are a pretty regular thing. Starcon's best year yet, but after 3 years they still can't give out a cost of living raise!

Management involvement with safety was exemplory. Communication between crafts and management of all levels was excellent. Coordination of work,materials schedule was outstanding. Recognition of effort, beyond a "paycheck" was great. The project felt like a real team effort, not just a series of rushed tasks. Great job, I enjoyed being a part of it's sucess.

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