Operations Technician I, II or III (Mechanic)

Williams Companies; Amory (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work potential

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee stock purchase plan

Domestic partner benefits

Job summary

Williams Companies is hiring an Operations Technician I–III to support pipeline operations and maintain facility equipment.

The role emphasizes reading drawings, data analysis, and adherence to safety and governmental requirements. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and relevant oil/gas experience, with preferred technical degrees.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required with 3+ years as an operations technician or similar role.
• Preferred: associate degree and 2+ years multifaceted oil/gas operations experience.
• Willing to work in environments with heat, noise, and confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Safely maintain equipment and support pipeline operations per drawings and permits.
• Analyze data and collaborate to resolve technical or operational issues.
• Follow company policies and maintain records of operations and maintenance.
• Adhere to safety, environmental, and asset protection requirements.
• Complete reports and logs; operate with a focus on efficiency and accuracy.

Skills

Reading & interpreting drawings

Data analysis

Safety awareness

Permits & compliance

Strong computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate or 2-year technical degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Process Control Systems

Programmable Logic Controllers

Job description

MS Amory - Monroe Gas Storage

Full time

R112726

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 I, II, or III (Mechanic), 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

• 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:

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

• 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 (https://www.williams.com/total-rewards/) .

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.

We don’t offer jobs; we offer career opportunities that include:

• Competitive compensation and inclusive benefits

• Growth and development opportunities

• An inclusive culture where you can be yourself

• Opportunities to get involved in the community where you work and live

• Flexible work arrangements for many positions, including hybrid schedules

We’re proud of our innovative people who want to make the world a better place and invite you to explore how you can help us make clean energy happen.

Learn About Wiliams (https://www.williams.com/)