Operations Technician II, III, Sr.- Gas Plant

Williams; Spring Ridge (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Parental leave and adoption support

Tuition reimbursement

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Williams is seeking an Operations Technician II-Sr to maintain facility equipment and ensure reliable pipeline operations. You will analyze data to find solutions, interpret drawings, and draft procedures while upholding safety and regulatory standards.

The role requires a high school diploma with six years of technician experience; a 2-year technical degree is preferred. Flexible shifts, safety emphasis, and opportunities for growth are highlighted in the Total Rewards program.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required with six years’ experience as an Operations Technician.
• Preferred: Associates or 2-year technical degree.
• Diverse backgrounds encouraged; role may be aligned to skill level.

Responsibilities

• Safely maintain facility equipment and support pipeline operations.
• Analyze data to resolve issues and follow technical standards.
• Read and interpret drawings; draft operation and maintenance procedures.
• Follow policies and ensure proper procedures are applied.
• Coordinate protection of community, personnel, environment and assets.
• Maintain permits and compliance knowledge for site/equipment.
• Complete reports and logs with accurate records.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Data analysis

Reading drawings

Record keeping

Safety culture

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associates or 2-year technical degree

Tools

Process Control Systems

Programmable Logic Controllers

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.

The Operations Technician II- Sr. will demonstrate technical expertise and analyze data to find solutions for technical or operational problems. This role will ensure our facility equipment is maintained and pipeline operations are successful. Troubleshooting, problem solving skills and accurate record-keeping are a must, while maintaining safety as a top priority!

Responsibilities/Expectations:

• Performs a variety of tasks to safely maintain facility equipment and support pipeline operations, including technical standards and governmental requirements
• Carries out moderate to highly sophisticated technical assignments as prescribed by leader, analyzing data to resolve issues
• Reads and interprets drawings; drafts operations and maintenance procedures
• Follows all of our policies and applies appropriate procedures
• Coordinates protection of community, personnel, environment and assets
• Oversees general knowledge of site/location/equipment specific permits and compliance
• Completes assigned reports, logs and maintains accurate records
• Other duties as assigned

Education/Years of Experience:

• Required: High School Diploma/GED; a minimum six (6) years of demonstrated ability as an Operations Technician for similar equipment or facility
• Preferred: Associates or 2-year technical degree; a minimum six (6) years of multifaceted operations technician experience within a natural gas processing or compression facility
• 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-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.

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.