Operations Technician II / III

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!

A Day in the Life : ?

As a Louisiana Southwest Operations Technician, you will be responsible for operating and maintaining critical equipment to ensure the safe and reliable performance of our natural gas pipeline and compressor station. Key responsibilities include starting and stopping natural gas compression units, monitoring system pressures and flows, operating ancillary equipment, and aligning pipeline valves as needed. You will also apply strong technical skills to perform maintenance, inspections, and calibrations on compressor and pipeline equipment. Additionally, you will perform right-of-way duties, including valve maintenance, locating and marking underground pipelines, overseeing pipeline encroachments, and coordinating excavation activities. With a hands-on approach and a problem-solving mindset, you will play a vital role in maintaining smooth and efficient operations across the Louisiana Southwest district.

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

Responsibilities / Expectations :

The Louisiana Southwest Operations Technician may be primarily assigned tasks that leverage their specific skills and expertise . However, they are also expected to support a range of tasks that include :

Performs various tasks to safely maintain equipment and support pipeline operations, including reading / interpreting drawings, inspecting / supervising equipment and maintaining operation / technical standards and / or governmental requirements

Responsible for data analysis and collaboration 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 / specific permits and compliance

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

Conducts engine diagnostics and troubleshooting of compressor units

Carries out inspections and maintenance on solar gas-fired turbines, reciprocating compressors, centrifugal pumps, positive displacement pumps, air compressors, cooling fans, valves, PSVs, regulators, and other associated compressor station or pipeline equipment

Executes calibrations, inspections, and maintenance on Instrumentation, Control Systems, PLC systems, Electrical Systems (VAC / VDC), sensors, switches, pneumatic systems, control valves, and OPP devices

Completes calibrations, inspections, and maintenance on gas measurement meters, chromatographs, and analyzers

Other duties as assigned

Operations Tech 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 Tech 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

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 :

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 :

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 and proficient / advanced knowledge of Process Control Systems and Programmable Logic Controllers

C oordinate s and communicate s work with contractors while providing leadership in safety programs and initiatives

Utilize s the Maximo Asset Management System to manage inventory and execute comprehensive maintenance strategies, from preventive to condition-based, enhancing asset longevity and performance

M ust be willing to work night shift infrequently as needed to support operational issues or projects, such as pipeline recompression activities

Applicants applying for the Starks and Johnson Bayou (Cameron) Location : Must be willing to travel offshore as needed via helicopter for same-day preventative maintenance and inspections. Occasional offshore travel by boat may be required for weekly project assignments

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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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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