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Technician Intern

ONEOK
Des Moines, IA Intern
POSTED ON 12/6/2025 CLOSED ON 1/8/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technician Intern position at ONEOK?

#WeAreONEOK Fortune 500 company. 100 years in business. Leading midstream service provider. Safety first. Sustainable operations. Environmentally responsible. Employee focused.

Job Summary

Are you passionate about technology and eager to kickstart your career in a dynamic and hands-on environment? Our Technician Internship offers a unique opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals, gaining invaluable experience in the operation and maintenance of cutting-edge electrical, electronic, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems. If you’re ready to learn, grow, and make a real impact, we want you on our team!

Job Profile Summary:

The Technician Internship offers an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the operation and maintenance of various electrical/electronic, pneumatic, hydraulic, analyzers, measurement, control, and automation systems. This role is designed for individuals seeking to develop their technical skills and knowledge in a real-world setting under the guidance of experienced professionals.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Under supervision and direction, assist with or perform activities related to the installation, operation, and maintenance of the following equipment:

  • Calorimeters
  • Gravitometers/Densitometers
  • Chromatographs
  • Telemetering systems
  • Moisture analyzers
  • ESD systems
  • Electronic odorization systems
  • Flow computers
  • pH and conductivity probes
  • Instrumentation
  • Meter tubes and orifice plates
  • Satellite equipment
  • Analytical equipment
  • Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system and remote terminal units and equipment
  • Distributed Control System (DCS)
  • Programmable Logic Control (PLC) systems

Additional Responsibilities:

  • Perform preventative maintenance and/or analytical testing on compressors/engines, drivers, and auxiliary equipment.
  • Maintain electrical power circuits, switch gear, and power distribution.
  • Install and maintain security/intrusion systems.
  • Drive and ensure maintenance is complete on company vehicles.
  • Maintain and/or prepare reports and/or records including but not limited to:
    • Maintenance and repair records
    • Safety and environmental reports
    • Mechanical drawings
    • Electrical schematics and diagrams
    • Pressure readings
    • Material and supply orders
    • Loop sheets
Safety and Compliance:

  • Responsibilities may include Department of Transportation (DOT) covered functions, including operations, maintenance, or emergency response on a pipeline.
  • Job duties require the intern to be alert and respond immediately to dangerous or hazardous conditions, and where impaired performance, or failure to follow safety precautions, could result in serious injury or property damage.

Qualifications:

  • Currently enrolled in a relevant technical program.
  • Basic understanding of electrical/electronic, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work well in a team environment.
  • Willingness to learn and take on new challenges.

Licenses and Certifications

  • None required

Strength Factor Rating - Physical Demands/Requirements

  • Heavy Work - Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Medium Work.

Strength Factor Description - Physical Demands/Requirements

  • Standing: Remaining on one's feet in an upright position at a work station without moving about (Frequently)
  • Walking: Moving about on foot (Frequently)
  • Sitting: Remaining in a seated position (Occasionally)
  • Lifting: Raising or lowering an object from one level to another (includes upward pulling) (Occasionally)
  • Carrying: Transporting an object, usually holding it in the hands or arms, or on the shoulder (Occasionally)
  • Pushing: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves away from the force (Occasionally)
  • Pulling: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves toward the force (includes jerking) (Occasionally)
  • Climbing: Ladders, Stairs (Occasionally)
  • Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling (Occasionally)
  • Stooping: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist (Occasionally)
  • Kneeling: Bending the legs at the knees to come to rest on the knee or knees (Occasionally)
  • Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the legs and spine (Occasionally)
  • Crawling: Moving about on the hands and arms in any direction (Occasionally)
  • Reaching: Extending hands and arms in any direction (Constantly)
  • Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning or otherwise working with the hand or hands (Manual Dexterity) (Constantly)
  • Fingering: Picking, pinching or otherwise working with the fingers primarily (Finger Dexterity) (Constantly)
  • Feeling: Perceiving such attributes of objects/materials as size, shape, temperature, texture, movement or pulsation by receptors in the skin, particularly those of the finger tips (Constantly)
  • Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas/information by means of the spoken word (Frequently)
  • Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sound by the ear (Frequently)
  • Tasting/Smelling: (Constantly)
  • Near Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less (Constantly)
  • Far Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 feet for more (Constantly)
  • Depth Perception: Three-dimensional vision; ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where and as they actually are (Constantly)
  • Vision: Color - The ability to identify and distinguish colors (Constantly)

Working Conditions/Environment

  • Employee is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions

Working Conditions

  • Well lighted, climate controlled areas (Frequently)
  • Outdoor weather conditions (Frequently)
  • Wet or humid conditions (not weather related) (Frequently)
  • Extreme cold (not weather related) (Frequently)
  • Extreme heat (not weather related) (Frequently)
  • Dust, fumes, gases (Frequently)
  • Moving mechanical parts (Frequently)
  • Potential electric shock (Frequently)
  • Prolonged exposure to vibration (Frequently)
  • High pitched noises/loud noises (Frequently)
  • Unprotected heights (Frequently)
  • Frequent repetitive motion (Constantly)
  • CRT (Computer Monitor(s)) (Constantly)

Travel

  • Travel expected within an assigned area, and as required to other locations

Driving

  • Based on assigned tasks, employee may be assigned a company vehicle requiring the applicable driver's license

ONEOK is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, national origin, gender identity, disability, military/veteran status, genetic information or any other categories protected by applicable law.

The job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of ONEOK.

ONEOK is committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request an accommodation email HRSolutions@ONEOK.com or call 1-855-663-6547 .
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