Telecommunications Specialist

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.

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 a Telecommunications Specialist, you will use your experience and expertise to support the daily operational control of our sophisticated voice and data telecommunications LAN / WAN system. As always, safety is the highest priority!

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

Responsibilities / Expectations :

Provides technical services to daily operational control of a large complex voice, data telecommunications and LAN / WAN system with technical services

Installs, troubleshoots, tests and maintains all telecom / network equipment and on-site DC power systems including batteries (12V, 24V, 48V), rectifiers, generators, fuse panels, solar panels and grounding

Coordinates with SCADA, Gas Control, Network Services, local operations and company partners

Collaborates with Telecommunications Engineers / Specialists to assure the reliable operations of the Company's Telecommunications assets

Demonstrates technical expertise in specialties, geographic areas or operational functions

Applies specialized knowledge to complete projects and / or work assignments

Other duties as assigned

Education / Years of Experience :

Required : High School Diploma / GED, technical / trade school certification or military electronics training and minimum eight (8) years' experience in telecommunications, operations or maintenance

Preferred : Associate's or two-year technical school degree in electronics or military electronics training and valid FCC license, telecommunications certificate or license

Other Requirements :

Must possess valid State Driver's License and clean driving record

Demonstrates excellent organizational / interpersonal skills and safety as the utmost priority

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications and PC skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Thrives in a team environment and can build partnerships with others

Currently reside or are willing to relocate within 30 miles of assigned location.

Knowledge of communications services (TCP / IP, Ethernet, Fiber Optics, T1, Wireless, etc.)

Preferred : Working knowledge of Cisco routers, switches, and access point

Preferred : Experience in Pipeline Operations, Utilities, or similar industry

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 available for 24-hour call-out and to work after hours, on-call rotations, nights, weekend shifts and holidays as the need arises

May be required to work overtime

Must be willing to travel daily using company provided vehicle; Overnight travel will occasionally be vital

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

Wellness Program with annual rewards

Employee stock purchase plan

Robust employee learning and development

High internal mobility (we promote from within)

Parental leave (we provide up to 6 weeks for each parent)

Fertility coverage and adoption benefits

Domestic partner benefits

Educational reimbursement

Non-profit donation matching contributions and time off to volunteer

Employee resource groups

Employee assistance programs

Technology to make our work more productive and collaborative

Regular employee engagement surveys and feedback processes

Williams has a long history of making a significant difference in the communities where we live and work, and we strive to cultivate an environment of employee inclusion, innovation and passion that values all voices and opinions. We help each other succeed and great things happen when people from a diverse set of backgrounds come together. Together, we make clean energy happen.

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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Education Requirements : High School Diploma / GED

Skill Requirements :

Competency Requirements :

Why Williams?

Looking to apply your passion and skills to the innovative and vital work that helps fuel the clean energy economy?

As the world demands reliable, low-cost, low-carbon energy, Williams will be there.

We currently handle one third of the natural gas in the United States that is used every day to heat homes, cook food and generate electricity.

We don't offer jobs; we offer career opportunities that include :

Competitive compensation and inclusive benefits

Growth and development opportunities

An inclusive culture where you can be yourself

Opportunities to get involved in the community where you work and live

Flexible work arrangements for many positions, including hybrid schedules

We're proud of our innovative people who want to make the world a better place and invite you to explore how you can help us make clean energy happen. Apply now!

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