The Williams Companies

Operations Technician I - III

The Williams Companies$58K — $114K *
Rifle, CO 81650In-Person
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma/GED with 3+ years as operations technician or similar role
  • Preferred: Associate's or 2-year technical degree with 2+ years in oil and gas operations
  • Knowledge of regulatory compliance and permit requirements
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Process Control Systems
  • Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to embrace technology for operational efficiency

Responsibilities

  • Safely maintain and support pipeline operations via equipment inspection and supervision
  • Analyze data and collaborate to solve technical and operational issues
  • Adhere to company policies and operating procedures
  • Ensure compliance with safety and operational standards
  • Maintain accurate records of operations and preventative maintenance
  • Perform additional duties as assigned

Benefits

  • Strong pay with an annual incentive program
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k) with company match and contributions
  • Generous paid time off and parental leave
  • Resources for advanced AI tools to work smarter
  • Commitment to employee development and career growth
  • Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
  • Wellness support and paid volunteer time opportunities
  • Employee stock purchase plan and domestic partner benefits
Full Job Description

This posting will end on:

08/31/2026

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 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 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 processes

  • Demonstrates 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

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Hourly/Salary Guidelines:

(Minimum, Midpoint, Maximum)

$28 - $41 - $55

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, 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.


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About The Williams Companies

Williams is an energy infrastructure company that connects North America's hydrocarbon resources to growing natural gas markets. The company owns and operates midstream gathering and processing assets, and interstate natural gas pipelines. Williams' interstate gas pipeline and gathering and processing operations span the United States, including strategic assets in the deepwater Gulf of Mexico, the Rockies, the Pacific Northwest, and the Eastern Seaboard. The company was founded in 1908 and is headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma, with major offices located in Houston, Pittsburgh, and Salt Lake City. It currently employs more than 5,000 people.

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Join the dynamic team at The Williams Companies, a leader in the energy sector, where innovation, leadership, and a commitment to diversity and growth are at the heart of our operations. As one of the most respected names in the industry, there has never been a better time to explore job opportunities with us.

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At The Williams Companies, you will be part of a professional community that values diversity and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive culture. We offer a range of employment opportunities from entry-level positions to senior leadership roles, each equipped with competitive benefits and the potential for career advancement.

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Working at The Williams Companies means more than just having a job; it means being part of a team that values your skills and ideas. Our culture promotes collaboration and continuous learning, supported by diversity training and professional development programs that empower you to be your best.

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With The Williams Companies, your career path is in your hands. Take advantage of our extensive training and development programs, including leadership courses and technical workshops, which will equip you with the skills needed for tomorrow’s challenges. Our commitment to your growth ensures that your career journey will be as dynamic and fulfilling as possible.

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Learn more about The Williams Companies
Size
4,783 employees
Market Cap
$39.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$211 million
Founded
1908
5 Year Trend
+7.2%
Revenue
$7.7 billion
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