Operations Technician (Dayshift Pipeline Operation)
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What You'll Experience
As an Operations Technician with pipeline responsibilities, you'll support one of Williams' largest installations of horsepower, power distribution, pipeline infrastructure, and environmental compliance systems. You'll gain experience with:
Gas turbines and high-speed reciprocating engines
Medium-voltage generators and power distribution systems
Distributed control systems and environmental controls
Pipeline systems, valves, rights-of-way, and associated equipment
Damage prevention, line locating, leak detection, inspections, and preventive maintenance
Daily monitoring and inspection of two Compressor Booster Stations
Environmental compliance, spill prevention, emissions awareness, and field documentation
You'll also support construction projects, troubleshooting, equipment reliability initiatives, and technical problem-solving while developing your operational expertise.
What You'll Do
Operate, inspect, maintain, and troubleshoot facility and pipeline assets while meeting safety, regulatory, and operational requirements
Support damage prevention activities, one-call coordination, line locating, right-of-way awareness, and excavation safety
Perform leak detection, pipeline inspections, patrols, valve checks, and preventive maintenance
Conduct daily inspections and monitoring of Compressor Booster Stations, including equipment rounds, alarm reviews, and operating condition checks
Support environmental compliance through permit awareness, emissions observations, spill prevention, waste management, and reporting
Analyze operational data and help resolve technical challenges
Follow company procedures and safety standards
Maintain knowledge of site equipment, pipeline systems, permits, drawings, and operating procedures
Complete accurate documentation, reports, logs, inspection records, and maintenance records
Support additional projects and operational activities as assigned
Required Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
Ability to work overtime and travel between locations
Ability to work in adverse weather, elevated areas, and while wearing PPE
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Commitment to safety and operational excellence
Ability to learn pipeline safety, damage prevention, line locating, inspections, leak detection, and environmental compliance practices
Technical Skills
Microsoft Office and PC applications
Ability to learn and implement new technologies
Familiarity with pipeline maps, one-call tickets, inspection records, and maintenance systems
Experience using gas detection equipment, locating tools, and field documentation processes
Ability to identify, document, and communicate environmental compliance concerns
Work Environment & Schedule
Work in indoor and outdoor environments, including extreme temperatures, noise, and confined spaces
Lift up to 50 pounds and perform physically demanding activities for extended periods
Work at heights using appropriate PPE
Use hand tools regularly
Work rotating schedules, including nights, weekends, holidays, on-call assignments, and overtime
Conduct outdoor patrols, inspections, and field verification activities in varying weather conditions
Travel routinely between Compressor Booster Stations and occasionally overnight
Perform work in accordance with environmental and housekeeping standards
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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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.
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