re: Seeking advice for Exxon operator interview UPDATE Page 2

Congrats! Just some advice, so take from it what you will.
Learn as much as you can. Take advantage of every opportunity given. Be active with emergency brigade or any other voluntary opportunity that is offered to you. Not trying to be a downer but just advising that there will always be economic uncertainties. The more you learn, will not only make you become more valuable to your team, but you will have an impressive resume if something unexpected happens. Answer your radio and show up where the work is- even when it’s not in the job you are working. I’d rather be thought to be stupid than to be lazy. Don’t frick off till you know your job- and even then do so in moderation. Be careful who you trust and don’t talk about any of your coworkers. Plant operators are worse than school girls when it comes to gossip and it will eventually come back to bite you. It will take several years to earn the full respect and trust of your coworkers, but it only takes 1 day to ruin it. Always be present and accountable for your mistakes and own up to them. Most of the people that get fired, don’t get fired for making a mistake. They get fired for making several mistakes or making a mistake and trying to hide it. Willful violations of HS&E rules will get you fired faster than anything. Remember to be thankful for the great job you have. Rather than being one who bitches about everything the company does or doesn’t do for you remember that you voluntarily wake up each day and badge in- you’re not being held there against your will. Don’t ask for someone to help you with something if you haven’t made the effort to learn it yourself. It’s other operators responsibility to help you learn when you don’t understand but it is not their job to force feed you or motivate you to learn it. Before you tell someone they are wrong, you better damn well make sure you are right. Hope this helps you. Good luck!