Operations Technician II, III or Sr (Measurement)

Williams • Mooresville, NC

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About The Position

Williams is hiring an Operations Technician at the II, III, or Senior level in Measurement. The role supports pipeline operations by safely maintaining facility equipment and operating, maintaining, calibrating, and troubleshooting natural gas measurement equipment and associated control equipment. The work includes analyzing operational data, resolving technical problems, interpreting drawings, following operating and maintenance procedures, ensuring compliance with technical standards and governmental requirements, and maintaining accurate records. The position emphasizes safety and protection of personnel, the community, the environment, and company assets.

The Senior level requires a high school diploma or GED and at least six years of demonstrated ability as an Operations Technician working with similar equipment or facilities. The III level requires a high school diploma or GED and at least three years of demonstrated ability as an operations technician or in a similar role. The II level requires a high school diploma or GED, at least two years of related experience, and at least one year as a technician in the oil and gas industry. Additional technical education and measurement-equipment experience are preferred, with expectations varying by level.

The role may involve extreme temperatures, loud noise, enclosed spaces, lifting, extended periods of standing or movement, and work at heights. Candidates must be available for after-hours work, on-call rotations, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed. Overtime, 10–12-hour shifts, travel between Williams locations, and occasional overnight stays may also be required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• For Operations Technician II: at least two years of related experience and at least one year of experience as a technician in the oil and gas industry.
• For Operations Technician III: at least three years of demonstrated ability as an operations technician or in a similar role.
• For Operations Technician Senior: at least six years of demonstrated ability as an Operations Technician with similar equipment or facilities.
• Valid state driver's license and clean driving record.
• Aptitude and ability to embrace technology and applications to improve operational efficiency and streamline processes.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, with safety as the utmost priority.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and PC skills, and proficient or advanced knowledge of Process Control Systems and Programmable Logic Controllers.
• Willingness to work in extreme temperatures, loud noise, and enclosed spaces; lift or carry items up to 50 pounds and team-lift heavier loads; stand, walk, climb, bend, stoop, and squat for extended periods; work at heights using appropriate PPE; and use hand tools.
• Availability for after-hours work, on-call rotations, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed; ability to work overtime and 10–12-hour shifts and travel between company locations, including occasional overnight stays.

Nice To Haves

• For Operations Technician II: an associate degree or two-year technical degree.
• For Operations Technician II: at least six months of experience maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing gas measurement equipment.
• For Operations Technician III: an associate degree or two-year technical degree and at least two years of multifaceted operations technician experience in the oil and gas industry.
• For Operations Technician III: at least one year of experience maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing gas measurement equipment.
• For Operations Technician Senior: an associate degree or two-year technical degree and at least six years of multifaceted operations technician experience in a natural gas processing or compression facility.
• For Operations Technician Senior: at least two years of experience maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing gas measurement equipment.

Responsibilities

• Safely maintain facility equipment and support pipeline operations in accordance with technical standards and governmental requirements.
• Analyze data and resolve technical or operational issues, collaborating with others as appropriate.
• Read and interpret drawings and, at the Senior level, draft operations and maintenance procedures.
• Inspect and supervise equipment as applicable and follow company policies and operating and maintenance procedures.
• Adhere to requirements for safe and efficient facility operations and protect the community, personnel, environment, and company assets.
• Maintain knowledge of site, location, equipment, permits, and compliance requirements.
• Complete assigned reports and logs and maintain accurate records of process operations and preventive maintenance.
• Operate, maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot natural gas measurement equipment, including ultrasonic, orifice, and rotary meters; gas chromatographs; over-pressure protection devices; analyzers; transmitters; odorant pumps; and associated control equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Strong pay and an annual incentive program.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 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.
• Fertility and adoption support.
• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support.
• Health savings account (HSA) and flexible spending account (FSA) options.
• Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Domestic partner benefits.
• Employee resource groups and wellness support.
• Paid volunteer time and company matching for causes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED