About Williams Companies

Williams Companies is a leading energy infrastructure company dedicated to making clean energy happen. Headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Williams operates extensive natural gas pipelines, processing plants, and storage facilities across North America. With a strong commitment to safety, innovation, and sustainability, Williams is at the forefront of the energy transition, transporting natural gas to power homes, businesses, and industries while reducing emissions through advanced technologies. Our inclusive culture fosters diversity, professional growth, and work-life balance, making us a top employer in the energy sector. Join a team where your contributions matter in building a cleaner energy future.

Position Summary

The Operations Technician I/II role at Williams in Moundsville, West Virginia, offers an exciting opportunity to support critical pipeline operations in the oil and gas industry. This position involves hands-on maintenance of facility equipment, data analysis to troubleshoot issues, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Whether you're reading technical drawings, inspecting equipment, or collaborating on solutions, you'll play a vital role in keeping operations running smoothly and safely. Ideal for skilled technicians with oil and gas experience, this role provides challenges, growth potential, and the chance to work with cutting-edge technology in a supportive environment. We welcome candidates at varying experience levels and offer flexibility to match your skills.

Why Operations Technician at Williams?

In Moundsville, WV, this role combines technical expertise with real-world impact on clean energy delivery. Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and career advancement in a company that values safety first and employee development.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely maintain equipment and support pipeline operations, including reading and interpreting drawings, inspecting and supervising equipment, and upholding operational, technical, and governmental standards.
• Analyze data and collaborate with team members to identify and resolve technical or operational problems efficiently.
• Follow all company policies, applying appropriate operating and maintenance procedures to ensure seamless performance.
• Acquire and adhere to knowledge of safe facility operations, task execution, and protection of the community, personnel, environment, and assets.
• Maintain general knowledge of site equipment, locations, and permitting requirements for compliance.
• Complete assigned reports and logs, maintaining accurate records of process operations and performing preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned, demonstrating adaptability in a dynamic energy operations setting.

Required Qualifications

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED required, with a minimum of two (2) years of related experience and at least one (1) year as a technician in the oil and gas industry.
• Preferred: Associates degree or two-year technical degree in a relevant field.

Skills and Abilities

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, PC skills, Process Control Systems, and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs).
• Demonstrated aptitude for embracing technology to drive operational efficiency and streamline processes.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, with safety as the utmost priority.

Physical and Work Requirements

This role demands physical capability and flexibility:

• Work in extreme temperatures, loud noises, and enclosed spaces.
• Carry/lift up to 50 lbs individually and team lift heavier loads.
• Stand, walk, climb, bend, stoop, and squat for extended periods.
• Work at elevated heights using man lifts, ladders, scaffolding, or towers with proper PPE.
• Use hand tools regularly.

Shift and Travel

• Available for after-hours, on-call, nights, weekends, holidays, overtime (10-12 hour shifts), and occasional travel with overnight stays.

Other Requirements

• Valid State Driver’s License with a clean driving record.

Note: We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds. If you don’t meet every qualification, you may still be considered for a level aligned with your skills and potential.

Why Join Us

At Williams, you're not just taking a job—you're launching a career. Our Total Rewards package includes competitive compensation, annual incentives, flexible health benefits, retirement savings, and professional development programs. Benefit from high internal mobility, mentorship, and a hybrid work model. We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. #LI-RS1

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