I&E Operations Technician III

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. As Instrumentation & Electrical (I&E) Operations Technician II, you’ll work under the mentorship of a team of safety-focused technicians to maximize equipment reliability and availability. A desire to learn, dedication to safety, and attention to detail are keys to success in this role! Responsibilities/Expectations: Performs maintenance and operational tasks with all natural gas process related equipment and systems Minimizes unplanned shutdowns through participating in root cause analyses and implementing corrective actions with a focus on improving safety Initiates and completes work orders and requisitions and maintains all records and documents as needed Performs instrumentation troubleshooting, calibration, maintenance, and low-voltage electrical work with limited supervision Troubleshoots and repairs instrumentation, electrical, and control system equipment to minimize downtime and maintain operational reliability Supports the programming, diagnostics, and maintenance of Allen-Bradley PLCs and automated control systems Installs, tests, and commissions instrumentation and electrical equipment while ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards ​ Other duties as assigned Education/Years of Experience: Required: High School Diploma/GED, a minimum of six (6) months’ experience in the natural gas or related industry Preferred: Associates or 2-year technical degree Preferred: One (1) years of Instrumentation & Electrical (I&E) experience, including instrumentation troubleshooting, calibration, and maintenance, with experience performing low-voltage electrical work in an industrial environment Preferred: One (1) year with Allen-Bradley PLC systems, including programming, troubleshooting, and diagnostics, with the ability to support and maintain automated control systems 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: The ability 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 holiday as the need arises May be required to work overtime 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 Needs basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Application and PC skills Previous experience working in an environment with gas-plant operations, gas compression and/or liquid or gas gathering processes Previous experience in the mechanical, electrical, and/or maintenance industry #LI-KK1 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,