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Oil Refineries

After extraction from beneath the surface of the earth, crude oil is sent to a refinery where it is processed into gasoline, diesel fuel, kerosene and other products. Ask questions about various processes in oil refineries here.

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How did the Valero McKee refinery get its name?

This is speculation. The Ordovician? McKee formation has been a producer in the Permian Basin/Panhandle area. Before formal statigraphic correlations were made, the "McKee" may have been a producer in the area. Sometimes site names are taken from towns. ranches, formations, or geographic/geologic features. To my knowledge there is no settlement, unless it was a ranch or tract owner, with the name of McKee.

How do you get an entry level laborer job at a southern California oil refinery?

To get an entry level laborer job in a southern California oil refinery you are required to fill out an application. Most applications for oil refinery companies can be found online. It is important to list all skills, experience, and education that you do have related to the types of jobs you are applying for.

What are the government own oil refineries in US?

In the United States, the government owns a limited number of oil refineries, primarily operated by the U.S. Navy and the Department of Defense for military purposes. The most notable facility is the Navajo Refinery in New Mexico, which is operated by the government. Generally, the majority of oil refineries in the U.S. are privately owned and operated by major corporations. The government's focus in this area is largely on ensuring fuel supply for military operations rather than commercial production.