Telecommunications Specialist IV

Williams•Evanston, WY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Williams is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. The company values exploration and discovery, fostering a supportive environment with coworkers and mentors. Williams focuses on clean energy, and this role contributes to that mission. As a Telecommunications Specialist IV, the individual will leverage their experience to support the daily operational control of the company's sophisticated voice and data telecommunications LAN/WAN system, with safety as the highest priority. The role offers challenges and opportunities for growth, guided by the company's Core Values.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED, technical/trade school certification or military electronics training and minimum eight (8) years' experience in telecommunications, operations or maintenance
Currently reside or are willing to relocate within 30 miles of assigned location
Ability and willingness to take initiative, work independently and quickly resolve issues
Thrives in a team environment and can build partnerships with others
Must possess a valid Driver’s License and good driving record
Should have the capacity to develop work schedules, possess excellent social skills and work with little or no supervision
Knowledge of communications services (TCP/IP, Ethernet, Fiber Optics, T1, Wireless, etc.)

Nice To Haves

Associate's or two-year technical school degree in electronics or military electronics training and valid FCC license, telecommunications certificate or license
FCC General Radiotelephone Operator license
Working knowledge of Cisco routers, switches, and access point
Network certifications
Experience in Pipeline Operations, Utilities, or similar industry

Responsibilities

Provides technical expertise and services to support the operation of a large, sophisticated communications network
Maintains field telecom/network equipment (radios, VSAT, fiber, routers, switches, term servers, alarm remotes, cell modems, DC power systems, security cameras/systems, etc.) independently, with assistance from other internal or external support teams as the need arises
Provides reliable and efficient telecommunications and network services to the offices and field sites located across WY
Communicates on a regular basis with Telecom and Network Engineering team regarding network projects, upgrades, and outages
Collaborates with Operations, SCADA, Pipeline Control, Measurement, and other support groups and outside vendors or contractors
Installs, tests, and maintains all telecom and network equipment located within assigned area of responsibility; Occasionally works outside assigned area to assist other techs, help with projects, and to provide support as needed
Maintains and repairs all company owned and leased communications facilities including towers, buildings, and all associated equipment. Tower climbing is performed by contractors, but the responsible Williams tech will ensure safe work practices are followed and quality results are achieved

Benefits

Competitive compensation
Annual incentive program
Hybrid work model - one work from home day each week for most office-based roles
Flexible work schedule for most field-based roles
401(k) with company matching contribution and a fixed annual company contribution
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
Generous company-paid life insurance and disability benefits
A consumer-driven health plan option with the potential for a generous company contribution to a Health Savings Account
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid time off, including floating and company holidays
Employee stock purchase plan
Robust employee learning and development
High internal mobility (we promote from within)
Parental leave (we provide up to 6 weeks for each parent)
Fertility coverage and adoption benefits
Domestic partner benefits
Educational reimbursement
Non-profit donation matching contributions and time off to volunteer
Employee resource groups
Employee assistance programs
Technology to make our work more productive and collaborative
Regular employee engagement surveys and feedback processes