Toledo, Ohio, a city with a rich industrial history, has been a hub for oil refineries for over a century. Recent events have led to significant changes in the city’s industrial landscape, and factories are regularly in need of a remote workforce for required maintenance.

Refinery Work in Toledo: An Inside Look

Refineries in Toledo, such as the Toledo Refining Company have experienced shutdowns due to various reasons, including maintenance and unforeseen incidents. For example, the BP Husky Toledo Refinery had to shut down following a tragic fire incident. Most shutdowns, however, are scheduled per local regulations for necessary safety and operational efficiency. These factory closures impact the local economy and the lives of the workers involved, but they are critical to avoid even worse circumstances.

During each closedown, refineries undergo rigorous maintenance, often requiring a large workforce. This is where remote workers come into play. Companies and unions send workers from different regions to assist with the maintenance work and efforts to get the factories back up and running in optimum condition.

The Role of Remote Refinery Workers in Northern Ohio

Remote workers play a crucial role during stoppage periods. They bring in specialized skills and experience that contribute to the efficient and safe completion of maintenance work for Toledo’s refineries and factories. Some of the companies and unions that have sent workers to Toledo refineries include the United Steelworkers of America, Northwest Ohio Building & Construction Trades Council, and Teamsters Local 20. These organizations and others like them have a history of providing skilled labor to industries in need.

Refinery	Drive Time
Toledo Refining Company	14 mins
Cenovus Toledo Refinery (BP Husky)	19 mins
PBF Energy	12 mins
Fiske Brothers Refining Company	12 mins

Toledo Area Factories Hiring Independent Contractors

Beyond the refineries, several factories and businesses in the northeast Ohio region regularly engage independent contractors for various roles:

• Toledo Refining Company – Often hires contractors for maintenance and operational support.
• BP Husky Toledo Refinery (Cenovus Energy) – Requires independent contractors for maintenance, repairs, and operational tasks.
• City Wide Facility Solutions – Regularly calls in contractors for commercial cleaning services.
• Marvin – Hires subcontractors for window and door installation projects.
• Proficient Auto Transport – Contracts independent CDL drivers for auto hauling.
• General Logistics Carrier LLC – Seeks independent contractors with box trucks for delivery services.

They have a citywide slogan ‘You’ll do better in Toledo’ – are you a remote worker who would like to test the theory? Or have you already? We’d love your comments!

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