I&E Operations Technician II,III

Williams-Sonoma; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Williams is seeking an Instrumentation & Electrical (I&E) Operations Technician II-III to join a safety-focused team focused on maximizing equipment reliability and availability. You will troubleshoot complex issues, mentor teammates, and support instrumentation and control upgrades across gas processing systems.

The role requires 2+ years experience as an Operations Technician with I&E exposure; associates degree or technical certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required; 2+ years as Operations Technician or similar role, with 1+ year as I&E Technician preferred.
• Associates or 2-year technical degree preferred, with 2+ years in Oil & Gas or similar.
• Experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs and industrial automation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and operation tasks on gas process equipment and systems.
• Minimize unplanned shutdowns via root cause analyses and corrective actions.
• Lead instrumentation and electrical projects including upgrades and testing.

Skills

Troubleshooting

I&E experience

PLC programming

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree or technical certificate

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Job description

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.

As Instrumentation & Electrical (I&E) Operations Technician II-III, you'll work with a team of safety-focused technicians to maximize equipment reliability and availability. Mentoring team mates, troubleshooting and solving sophisticated problems efficiently, and attention to detail are keys to success in this role!

Responsibilities/Expectations:

• Performs complex maintenance and operational tasks with all natural gas process related equipment and systems
• Minimizes unplanned shutdowns through root cause analyses and implementing corrective actions with a focus on improving safety
• Fixes and maintains process control systems
• Partners with project managers to define scope and instrumentation specifications for new projects
• Performs advanced troubleshooting, calibration, maintenance, and repair of complex instrumentation, electrical equipment, and control systems with minimal supervision
• Performs programming modifications, diagnostics, optimization, and maintenance of Allen-Bradley PLCs and automated control systems to enhance operational performance
• Performs lead responsibilities for instrumentation and electrical projects, including system upgrades, equipment installations, testing, and commissioning activities
• Performs technical guidance and knowledge sharing with less experienced technicians while supporting root cause analysis and reliability improvement efforts
• Other duties as assigned

Education/Years of Experience:

• Required: High School Diploma/GED and minimum of two (2) years' experience as an Operations Technician or similar role, including one (1) year experience as an I&E Technician
• Preferred: Associates or 2-year technical degree and minimum of two (2) years' experience as an Operations Technician in the Oil and Gas Industry
• Preferred: Three (3) years of Instrumentation & Electrical (I&E) experience, including instrumentation troubleshooting, calibration, and maintenance, with experience performing low-voltage electrical work in an industrial environment
• Preferred: Experience with Allen-Bradley PLC systems, including programming, troubleshooting, and diagnostics, with the ability to support and maintain automated control systems
• We welcome candidates with a variety of backgrounds and experiences - if you don't meet every qualification, this role may be filled at a level that aligns with your skills and growth potential

Physical and Environment Work Requirements:

• 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 holiday as the need arises

May be required to work overtime and travel between Williams locations with occasional overnight stays

10-hour schedule working Monday-Thursday or Tuesday-Friday

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
• Needs basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Application and PC skills
• Previous experience working in an environment with gas-plant operations, gas compression and/or liquid or gas gathering processes
• Previous experience in the mechanical, electrical, and/or maintenance industry

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Here’s a look at what that means:

• Strong pay plus an annual incentive program
• 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 volunt