Operations Technician Lead (Mechanical)

Power the Digital Age with Us

At Williams, we’re not only making energy happen—we’re transforming how it powers the future. With exciting data center projects underway, we’re expanding our team to support these high-tech facilities with reliable, clean energy. If you’re passionate about hands-on work, cutting-edge technology, and making a real impact, we’d love to meet you.

Learn more about these projects at: Power Innovation | Williams Companies

What You’ll Experience

As a mechanically-focused Operations Technician Lead, you’ll be at the heart of Williams’ operations, working hands-on with our largest horsepower and power distribution installations. Expect to deepen your expertise with:

• Advanced maintenance and optimization of gas turbines and high-speed reciprocating engines
• Detailed work on medium voltage generators and complex power distribution systems
• Direct involvement with environmental controls and distributed control systems, ensuring mechanical reliability
  
  

You’ll play a vital role on construction projects, take charge of diagnosing and repairing mechanical equipment, and use your technical know-how to address operational challenges. This experience will help you develop into a trusted mechanical leader within your team.

What You’ll Do

As a mechanically-focused Operations Technician Lead, your responsibilities will revolve around the upkeep and enhancement of our facility’s mechanical systems. Your key duties include:

• Leading mechanical maintenance and repairs to ensure our pipeline and facility equipment—engines, turbines, compressors, and more—operate efficiently and reliably
• Systematically troubleshooting mechanical failures and collaborating with technicians to resolve issues and restore equipment to peak condition
• Applying technical standards and safety protocols to every aspect of mechanical work, ensuring regulatory compliance at all times
• Coordinating shift operations and delegating mechanical tasks to maximize team productivity and achieve shared objectives
• Driving the mechanical aspects of construction, commissioning, and upgrades of facility systems
• Maintaining thorough mechanical records, logs, and technical reports to monitor system performance and guide improvements
• Mentoring team members in mechanical best practices and fostering a hands-on, safety-driven environment
• Supporting additional mechanical tasks as required—your expertise strengthens our team’s success
  
  

What You’ll Bring

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum 8 years of experience as an Operations Technician in the oil and gas industry
• Valid State Driver’s License and clean driving record
• Strong mechanical aptitude and leadership skills
• Ability to work effectively in a shift-based, field-oriented environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and working knowledge of control systems and PLCs
  
  

Preferred:

• Associate or 2-year technical degree
• Experience in natural gas processing or compression facilities
  
  

Work Environment & Schedule

• Work in extreme temperatures, loud environments, and enclosed spaces
• Lift up to 50 lbs and team-lift heavier loads
• Stand, walk, climb, bend, and squat for extended periods
• Work at elevated levels using ladders, scaffolding, or lifts with appropriate PPE
• Use hand tools and mechanical diagnostic equipment
• Available for shift work, on-call rotations, nights, weekends, and holidays
• Occasional travel between Williams locations with overnight stays
  
  

, May lead teams in projects or work assignments of major scope or unusual complexity. Leads development and implementation of operational and/or technical standards and specifications.Progression Profile: - This is a limited compliment position. Most senior career level in the progression family.- Serves as subject matter expert; provides technical or operational guidance to the team- Leads teams in development and implementation of operational and/or technical standards and specifications- Identifies training needs and provide evaluation feedback on the team- Capable of regularly making and/or leading decision-making that has high-level impact on economics and profitability- Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of facilities and for the protection of community, personnel, environment and assets- Recognized as an effective leader- Demonstrates and encourages professional conduct and business ethics- Leads compliance activities to include training, scheduling and reporting- Assumes responsibility for the interpretation of business aspects and coordinates with management to ensure overall success.