Operations Technician (Mechanical)

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.

Power the Digital Age with Us

At Williams, we’re not only making energy happen, we’re transforming how it powers the future. With exciting data center projects underway, we’re expanding our team to support these high-tech facilities with reliable, clean energy. If you’re passionate about hands-on work, cutting-edge technology, and making a real impact, we’d love to meet you.

Learn more about these projects at: Power Innovation | Williams Companies

What You’ll Experience

As an mechanically-focused Operations Technician, you’ll join a motivated team responsible for maintaining Williams’ largest horsepower and power distribution installations. Your mechanical expertise will be key as you work with:

Gas turbines and high-speed reciprocating engines—mastering the mechanics behind high-performance energy systems

Medium voltage generators and power distribution—hands-on work with complex mechanical equipment

Environmental controls and distributed control systems—integrating mechanical skills with cutting-edge technology

You’ll actively support construction initiatives, diagnose and repair equipment, and use your mechanical insight to solve technical challenges, all while developing into a respected leader within your team.

What You’ll Do

In this mechanically-focused role, you will be pivotal in ensuring Williams’ systems operate at peak performance. Your tasks will include:

Keeping our equipment running safely and smoothly by performing a range of hands-on tasks, from reading drawings to inspecting gear and supporting pipeline operations—all while meeting technical standards and regulations

Collaborating with your teammates to analyze data and find solutions to technical or operational challenges, making a real impact every day

Following our company policies and using the right procedures to ensure efficient and safe operations

Learning and applying the requirements for safe, effective facility operations, while protecting our team, community, environment, and assets

Staying familiar with your site, equipment, and permits to help maintain compliance and support smooth operations

Maintaining accurate records of process operations, completing reports and logs, and assisting with preventive maintenance to ensure top equipment performance

Helping with other projects and responsibilities as needed

What You’ll Bring

Required for All Levels

High School Diploma or GED

• Valid State Driver’s License and clean driving record
• Willingness to work shifts, overtime, and travel between locations
• Ability to work in extreme conditions and elevated areas with PPE
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to safety and operational excellence

Preferred Qualifications by Level

• Technician I: 6+ months of mechanical or technical experience, or internship with Associate degree
• Technician II: 2+ years of related experience, preferably in oil & gas
• Technician III: 3+ years of technician experience, preferably in oil & gas
• Technician Sr: 6+ years of experience with similar equipment or facilities; Associate degree preferred

Tech Skills That Set You Apart

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and PC applications

Ability to embrace new technologies and drive operational efficiency

Work Environment & Schedule

Work in a variety of conditions, including extreme temperatures, loud areas, and confined spaces

Lift up to 50 lbs (team lift for heavier loads)

Perform physical tasks like standing, walking, climbing, bending, and squatting for extended periods

Work at heights using ladders, scaffolding, or lifts, with proper PPE

Use hand tools regularly

Be available for rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call duty

Expect 10–12 hour shifts with potential overtime

Travel between locations with occasional overnight stays

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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.

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.

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