Operations Technician; I&E

Position: Operations Technician (I&E)
Williams is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected under applicable discrimination law.

Power the Digital Age with Us

At Williams, we're not only making energy happen, we're transforming how it powers the future. With exciting data center projects underway, we're expanding our team to support these high-tech facilities with reliable, clean energy. If you're passionate about hands-on work, cutting-edge technology, and making a real impact, we'd love to meet you.

Learn more about these projects at:
Power Innovation | Williams Companies ()

What You'll Experience

As an Operations Technician, you'll be part of a dynamic team maintaining one of Williams' largest installations of horsepower and power distribution equipment. You'll gain valuable experience working with:

+ Gas turbines and high-speed reciprocating engines

+ Medium voltage generators and power distribution systems

+ Environmental controls and distributed control systems

You'll also support construction projects, troubleshoot equipment, and analyze data to solve technical challenges-all while growing into a respected leader among your peers.

What You'll Do

As an I&E-focused Operations Technician, you'll play a critical role in maintaining and optimizing the electrical and control systems that keep our facilities running. Your responsibilities may include:

+ Installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting electrical and instrumentation systems, including switch gear, motor controls, control loops, PLCs (Allen Bradley), and both AC/DC systems.

+ Ensuring safe and reliable operations by identifying root causes of equipment issues and implementing corrective actions to reduce downtime.

+ Maintaining and repairing process control systems to support efficient plant operations.

+ Collaborating with project teams to define scope and instrumentation specifications for new installations and upgrades.

+ Performing additional duties as needed to support operations.

What You'll Bring

Required for All Levels:

+ High School Diploma or GED

+ Valid State Driver's License and clean driving record

+ Willingness to work shifts, overtime, and travel between locations

+ Ability to work in extreme conditions and elevated areas with PPE

+ Strong organizational and interpersonal skills

+ Commitment to safety and operational excellence

Preferred Qualifications by Level:

+ Technician II: 2+ years of related experience, preferably in oil & gas

+ Technician III: 3+ years of technician experience, preferably in oil & gas

+ Technician Sr: 6+ years of experience with similar equipment or facilities;
Associate degree preferred

Tech Skills That Set You Apart

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office and PC applications

+ Familiarity with Process Control Systems and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)

+ Ability to embrace new technologies and drive operational efficiency

Work Environment & Schedule

+ Work in a variety of conditions, including extreme temperatures, loud areas, and confined spaces

+ Lift up to 50 lbs (team lift for heavier loads)

+ Perform physical tasks like standing, walking, climbing, bending, and squatting for extended periods

+ Work at heights using ladders, scaffolding, or lifts, with proper PPE

+ Use hand tools regularly

+ Be available for rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call duty

+ Expect 10-12 hour shifts with potential overtime

+ Travel between locations with occasional overnight stays

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Why Choose Williams?

We are committed to providing our employees with competitive compensation and benefits as part of your Total Rewards package to help protect your current and future physical, emotional, and financial health. We generally offer health benefit programs to our employees and their families that are competitive and flexible enough to meet your needs, and retirement benefits to allow you to invest now for financial security when you retire.  

With rich learning and development programming and a high internal mobility rate, you are not just applying to a job with Williams; you are embarking on an exciting career!

+ Competitive compensation

+ Annual incentive program

+ Hybrid work model - one work from home day each week for most office-based roles

+ Flexible work schedule for most field-based roles

+ 401(k) with company matching contribution and a fixed annual company contribution

+ Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

+ Generous company-paid life insurance and disability benefits

+ A consumer-driven health plan option with the potential for a generous company contribution to a Health Savings Account

+ Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

+ Paid time off, including floating and company holidays

+ Employee stock…