
Operations Technician I, II or III
Williams, Rifle, CO, United States
Do something that means something at Williams. This isn't just a job - it’s an opportunity to
explore and discover your passion
with coworkers who become friends and mentors who push you to be your best self in and out of the office. At Williams, we make clean energy happen. And you can too, so bring your energy to ours!
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.
As Operations Technician III, 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! Your work will challenge you, and with our Core Values to guide you, you’ll quickly learn and grow with us.
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
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 neededStand, 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 processesDemonstrates 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
Thoroughly understands industry and system requirements. Has demonstrated ability to produce results and to meet more complex goals.
Progression Profile
Completes work with a limited degree of supervision
Makes independent decisions and to coordinate activities of others
Proficient in Company required computer systems
Performs a wide spectrum of non‑routine, moderate to high‑complexity assignments requiring technical evaluation, innovation and judgment
Consistently demonstrates solid leadership, professional conduct and business ethics
Proactively acts upon and efficiently organizes any efforts needed to address safety and operational efficiency, and protection of community, personnel, environment and assets
Completes structured training program designed to build strengths in areas that match career aspirations and the needs of the Company
Leads compliance activities to include training, scheduling and reporting
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explore and discover your passion
with coworkers who become friends and mentors who push you to be your best self in and out of the office. At Williams, we make clean energy happen. And you can too, so bring your energy to ours!
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.
As Operations Technician III, 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! Your work will challenge you, and with our Core Values to guide you, you’ll quickly learn and grow with us.
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
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 neededStand, 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 processesDemonstrates 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
Thoroughly understands industry and system requirements. Has demonstrated ability to produce results and to meet more complex goals.
Progression Profile
Completes work with a limited degree of supervision
Makes independent decisions and to coordinate activities of others
Proficient in Company required computer systems
Performs a wide spectrum of non‑routine, moderate to high‑complexity assignments requiring technical evaluation, innovation and judgment
Consistently demonstrates solid leadership, professional conduct and business ethics
Proactively acts upon and efficiently organizes any efforts needed to address safety and operational efficiency, and protection of community, personnel, environment and assets
Completes structured training program designed to build strengths in areas that match career aspirations and the needs of the Company
Leads compliance activities to include training, scheduling and reporting
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