I&E Operations Technician III

Williams; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Williams is seeking an Instrumentation & Electrical (I&E) Operations Technician III to join a safety-focused team. You will maximize equipment reliability, mentor teammates, and troubleshoot sophisticated problems with attention to detail.

The role involves complex maintenance on gas processing assets, collaborating with project managers for new instrumentation scopes, and possible overtime or travel between Williams locations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required with 2+ years as an Operations Technician or similar, plus 1 year as I&E Technician.
• Preferred: Associates or 2-year technical degree and 2+ years of Operations Technician experience in Oil & Gas industry.

Responsibilities

• Performs complex maintenance and operation tasks on gas process equipment and systems.
• Minimizes unplanned shutdowns via root cause analyses and corrective actions.
• Repairs and maintains process control systems.
• Collaborates with project managers to define scope and instrumentation specs for new projects.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Mentoring

Gas plant operations experience

MS Office/PC skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associates or 2-year technical degree

Tools

MS Office

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 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

• 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

Physical and Environment Work Requirements:

The ability 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 holiday 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

• 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

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.

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We invest in our people in ways that actually show up in your day-to-day, not just on paper. Our Total Rewards are built to support how you work, live, and plan for what’s next.

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.

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.

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