Kern Energy is an independent family-owned and operated refinery producing “California Clean” transportation fuels. Tucked into a rural corner of Kern County, in the midst of what’s known as California’s oil patch, Kern has been operating in the Valley for nearly 90 years.

Powered by a talented workforce of 185, Kern is the only refiner between the Bay Area and Los Angeles producing transportation fuels, including clean gasoline and renewable diesel, and plays a critical role in supplying the independent retail market. We work hard to help get kids to school, people to work and products to market.

As only the second refiner in the United States to obtain an EPA fuel registration for renewable diesel co-processed with a petroleum stream, Kern proudly leads California’s move toward green and clean-burning fuels and reducing carbon’s footprint. And we’re just getting started.


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Jennifer Haley

Jayson Busch

Matt Scott

Cherie Lucas

Melinda Palmer

David McCoy

The Human Resources and Administration team at Kern Energy CA is dedicated to fostering a positive work environment and supporting the company’s talent needs. This team manages recruitment, employee development, and payroll processes, ensuring that the workforce is engaged and aligned with Kern's mission of producing clean transportation fuels. They play a vital role in promoting the culture of safety and sustainability while supporting the operational needs of the refinery.

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