How important are the “Gold Collar” petroleum jobs to America and the greater Houston Texas Gulf Coast area?
Products derived from petroleum are essential building blocks for modern life…they touch our lives in countless ways everyday. Common items from computer disks to cosmetics, paints to pharmaceuticals, are manufactured using petroleum products….And it all starts here in the Texas Gulf Coast area!
Because of the importance of these jobs, companies pay high dollar wages and benefits to skilled employees… thus the term “gold collar” jobs.
Process technician positions in the petrochemical/refining or other manufacturing industries are in high demand and bring starting salaries of $40,000 a year or more.
Due to the growth in the industry, getting into this field is a great option for those considering a career change. For information concerning training call 281.476.1838 or e-mail cpd@sjcd.edu
