Operations Technician, I, II, III

Jobtailor; Rifle (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Rifle, Colorado is seeking an experienced Operations Technician to safely maintain equipment and support pipeline operations. You will read and interpret drawings, inspect equipment, and ensure compliance with safety, environmental and governmental requirements.

This role requires at least three years of relevant experience (Associates degree preferred) and a willingness to work long shifts, travel between Williams locations, and handle 10-12 hour days in challenging conditions.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Minimum 3 years of demonstrated experience as an operations technician or similar role.
• Preferred: Associates or 2-year technical degree and minimum 2 years of multifaceted operations technician experience in the oil and gas industry.
• Willingness to work in extreme temperatures, loud noises, and enclosed spaces.
• Ability to carry or lift items up to 50 lbs and team lift loads over 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, stoop, and squat for extended periods.
• Ability to work at elevated levels using man lifts, ladders, scaffolding, and/or small towers with appropriate PPE.
• Ability to use hand tools.
• Availability for after-hours work, on-call rotations, nights, weekends, holidays, overtime, and 10-12 hour shifts.
• Willingness to travel between Williams locations with occasional overnight stays.
• Valid state driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Aptitude for technology and applications.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and PC skills.
• Proficient/advanced knowledge of Process Control Systems and Programmable Logic Controllers
• Commitment to safety as the utmost priority

Responsibilities

• Safely maintain equipment and support pipeline operations.
• Read and interpret drawings.
• Inspect and supervise equipment.
• Maintain operational and technical standards and governmental requirements.
• Analyze data and collaborate to resolve technical and operational problems.
• Follow company policies and operating and maintenance procedures.
• Operate facilities safely and efficiently while protecting communities, personnel, the environment, and assets.
• Maintain knowledge of site, location, equipment, permits, and compliance requirements.
• Complete assigned reports and logs.
• Maintain accurate process-operation and preventative-maintenance records.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Equipment Maintenance

Data Analysis

Technical Problem-Solving

Preventative Maintenance

Reading Drawings

Using Hand Tools

Operational Standards Compliance

Report Completion

Physical Stamina

Technical Aptitude

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associates or 2-year technical degree

Tools

Process Control Systems

Programmable Logic Controllers

Microsoft Office Applications

Job description

• Safely maintain equipment and support pipeline operations
• Read and interpret drawings
• Inspect and supervise equipment
• Maintain operational and technical standards and governmental requirements
• Analyze data and collaborate to resolve technical and operational problems
• Follow company policies and operating and maintenance procedures
• Operate facilities safely and efficiently while protecting communities, personnel, the environment, and assets
• Maintain knowledge of site, location, equipment, permits, and compliance requirements
• Complete assigned reports and logs
• Maintain accurate process-operation and preventative-maintenance records
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• 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
• Willingness to work in extreme temperatures, loud noises, and enclosed spaces
• Ability to carry or lift items up to 50 lbs and team lift loads over 50 lbs
• Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, stoop, and squat for extended periods
• Ability to work at elevated levels using man lifts, ladders, scaffolding, and/or small towers with appropriate PPE
• Ability to use hand tools
• Availability for after-hours work, on-call rotations, nights, weekends, holidays, overtime, and 10-12 hour shifts
• Willingness to travel between Williams locations with occasional overnight stays
• Valid state driver’s license and clean driving record
• Aptitude for technology and applications
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and PC skills
• Proficient/advanced knowledge of Process Control Systems and Programmable Logic Controllers
• Commitment to safety as the utmost priority

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in maintaining equipment and supporting pipeline operations while adhering to safety and compliance standards. Proficient in data analysis, technical problem-solving, and maintaining accurate operational records in the oil and gas industry.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Operations Technician Experience
• Process Control Systems Knowledge
• Programmable Logic Controllers Proficiency
• Microsoft Office Proficiency
• Commitment to Safety

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Equipment Maintenance
• Data Analysis
• Technical Problem-Solving
• Preventative Maintenance
• Reading Drawings
• Using Hand Tools
• Operational Standards Compliance
• Report Completion
• Physical Stamina
• Technical Aptitude

Soft Skills

• Organizational Skills
• Interpersonal Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• Valid State Driver’s License

Industry Keywords

• Oil and Gas Industry
• Pipeline Operations
• Safety Standards
• Compliance Requirements
• Operational Procedures

Tools & Technologies

• Process Control Systems
• Programmable Logic Controllers
• Microsoft Office Applications