I&E Operations Technician

At Williams, we’re powering a cleaner, more connected future, and that starts with you. Here, your work fuels communities, drives innovation, and helps deliver reliable energy the world depends on. Join a Fortune 500 team that invests in your growth, values your contributions, and challenges you to make a lasting impact every day.

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 switchgear, 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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Here’s a look at what that means:

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.

For more information, please visit Total Rewards | Williams Companies.

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