Operations Technician I, II, III

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This position is posted at the selected level within the job family; however, this job family includes higher levels. The role may be filled at a lower level based on experience, skills, and business need.

Do something that means something at Williams. This isn’t just a job - it’s an opportunity to explore and discover your passion with coworkers who become friends and mentors who push you to be your best self in and out of the office. At Williams, we make clean energy happen. And you can too, so bring your energy to ours.

As Operations Technician, you’ll perform a variety of tasks, including reading and interpreting drawings, supporting pipeline operations, safely maintaining facility equipment and analyzing data to resolve technical and operational problems. Knowledge of permits and compliance, accurate record-keeping and a focus on safety are keys to success in this role!

Your work will challenge you, and with our Core Values to guide you, you’ll quickly learn and grow with us.

Responsibilities/Expectations

Safely maintains equipment and supports pipeline operations, including reading/interpreting drawings, inspecting/supervising equipment and maintaining operation/technical standards and/or governmental requirements

Analyzes data and collaborates with others to find solutions to technical or operational problems

Follows all Company policies and applies appropriate operating and maintenance procedures

Acquires knowledge of and adheres to requirements for safe and efficient operation of facilities, execution of tasks, protection of community, personnel, environment, and assets

Maintains general knowledge of site/location/equipment and permitting

Completes assigned reports, logs and maintains accurate records of process operations and performance of preventative maintenance on equipment

Other duties as assigned

Operations Technician III

Education/Years of Experience

• Required: High School Diploma/GED and minimum three (3) years of demonstrated ability as an operations technician or similar role
• Preferred: Associates or 2-year technical degree and minimum two (2) years of multifaceted operations technician experience in the oil and gas industry

Operations Technician II

Education/Years of Experience

• Required: High School Diploma/GED and minimum two (2) years’ related experience and minimum of one (1) year experience as a technician in the oil and gas industry
• Preferred: Associates or two-year technical degree

Operations Technician I

Education/Years of Experience

Required: High School Diploma/GED

Preferred: Associates or two-year technical degree; minimum six (6) months mechanical, technical, or controls systems experience in the oil and gas industry or operations technician summer internship with Associates Degree

Physical and Environment Work Requirements

Must be willing to

• Work in extreme temperatures, with loud noises and in enclosed spaces
• Carry or lift items up to 50 lbs and team lift loads of more than 50 lbs as needed
• Stand, walk, climb, bend, stoop, and squat, often for long periods of time
• Work at elevated levels, potentially from man lifts, ladders, scaffolding, and/or small towers, with appropriate PPE (Personal Protection Equipment)
• Use hand tools

Shift/Work Hours/Travel Requirements

• Must be located within a 45-minute drive of the station
• Available to work after hours, on-call rotations, nights, weekend shifts and holidays as the need arises
• May be required to work overtime, 10-12 hour shifts and travel between Williams locations with occasional overnight stays

Other Requirements

Maintains residence within a 45-minute response radius of the assigned station to support timely callouts and operational needs
Must possess valid State Driver’s License and clean driving record
Demonstrates aptitude and ability to embrace technology and applications to drive operational efficiency and streamline processes
Demonstrates excellent organizational/interpersonal skills and safety as the utmost priority
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Application and PC skills, Process Control Systems and Programmable Logic Controllers
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Strong pay plus an annual incentive program

Hybrid work for most office roles, plus real flexibility in many field positions

Medical, dental, and vision coverage with options that fit your life, not the other way around

401(k) with company match and an annual company contribution

Paid time off, including company and floating holidays

Paid parental leave (up to six weeks per parent), plus fertility and adoption support

Advanced AI tools and resources to help level up and work smarter

Clear paths to grow your career, with a strong culture of promoting from within

Tuition reimbursement and support for continuing education

HSA and FSA options

Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage

Employee stock purchase plan

Domestic partner benefits

Employee resource groups, wellness support, paid volunteer time, and company matching for causes you care about

Eligibility and benefits are governed by the terms of the applicable plan or program document which can be amended or terminated at any time.

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