Operations Technician
Job Description
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 experienced operations technician, your expertise will be central to the success of our facility. Your tasks will include:
- Keeping our equipment running safely and smoothly by performing a range of hands-on tasks, from reading drawings to inspecting gear and supporting pipeline operations—all while meeting technical standards and regulations
- Collaborating with your teammates to analyze data and find solutions to technical or operational challenges, making a real impact every day
- Following our company policies and using the right procedures to ensure efficient and safe operations
- Learning and applying the requirements for safe, effective facility operations, while protecting our team, community, environment, and assets
- Staying familiar with your site, equipment, and permits to help maintain compliance and support smooth operations
- Maintaining accurate records of process operations, completing reports and logs, and assisting with preventive maintenance to ensure top equipment performance
- Helping with other projects and responsibilities as needed
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 I: 6+ months of operations experience, or internship with Associate degree
- Technician II: 2+ years of operations experience, preferably in oil & gas
- Technician III: 3+ years of operations experience, preferably in oil & gas
- Technician Sr: 6+ years of operations experience with similar equipment or facilities; Associate degree preferred
Tech Skills That Set You Apart
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and PC applications
- 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
Progression Profile:
- Completes work with a limited degree of supervision
- Makes independent decisions and to coordinate activities of others
- Proficient in Company required computer systems
- Performs a wide spectrum of non-routine, moderate to high-complexity assignments requiring technical evaluation, innovation and judgment
- Consistently demonstrates solid leadership, demonstrates professional conduct and business ethics
- Proactively acts upon and efficiently organizes any efforts needed to address safety and operational efficiency, and protection of community, personnel, environment and assets
- Completes structured training program designed to build strengths in areas that match career aspirations and the needs of the Company
- Leads compliance activities to include training, scheduling and reporting.