Operations Technician I, II, III

100 Williams WPC-I, LLC.

Reidsville (NC)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Strong pay and annual incentive

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Parental leave and fertility support

Tuition reimbursement

HSA/FSA options

Life insurance and disability coverage

Employee stock purchase plan

Domestic partner benefits

Volunteer time and community outreach

Job summary

Williams is seeking an Operations Technician III to safely maintain equipment and support pipeline operations. You will read and interpret drawings, analyze data, complete reports and logs, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED plus at least three years in a similar role; an associates degree is preferred. Strong attention to safety and the ability to work extended shifts is expected.

Qualifications

Required: High School Diploma/GED and minimum three (3) years as an operations technician or similar role.
Preferred: Associates or 2-year technical degree and minimum two (2) years in multifaceted operations technician experience in oil and gas.

Responsibilities

Performs tasks to safely maintain equipment and support pipeline operations, including reading/interpreting drawings and inspecting equipment.
Maintains operation/technical standards and adheres to governmental requirements.
Analyzes data and collaborates to resolve technical or operational problems.
Follows company policies and maintenance procedures.
Acquires knowledge of permits, compliance, and safe operation of facilities and assets.
Documents process operations and preventative maintenance logs.

Skills

Reading drawings/interpreting plans

Data analysis

Safety/compliance

Record-keeping

Office software (MS Office)

Control systems awareness

PLC familiarity

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associates or 2-year technical degree

Tools

Process Control Systems

Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)

Microsoft 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 Operations Technician III, you’ll perform a variety of tasks, including reading and interpreting drawings, supporting pipeline operations, safely maintaining facility equipment and analyzing data to resolve technical and operational problems. Knowledge of permits and compliance, accurate record-keeping and a focus on safety will bring success in this role!

Responsibilities/Expectations:

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
Other duties as assigned

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

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

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
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.

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.

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