Pipeline Controller Associate - MountainWest

Williams - Houston, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Remote - Houston, TX

Utilities

About the position

The Pipeline Controller Associate at Williams is responsible for the safe and reliable operation of the pipeline system. This role involves evaluating system pressures and flows, supervising computer systems, and managing emergency situations to ensure minimal impact on customers. The position requires excellent organizational, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills, and offers opportunities for personal and professional growth within a supportive team environment.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates system pressures and flows of gas and liquids from receipt points along the pipeline system to delivery points.
• Sets flow rates and pressure set points at pipeline interconnections and delivery points.
• Supervises computer systems and alarms.
• Starts and stops engines and pumps remotely to maintain system volume and pressure.
• Carries out decisions regarding product rerouting and appropriate notification during emergency situations.
• Responds to customer and other requests for information and management of system outages.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED; a minimum of two (2) years' experience in relevant industry or control room environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications and PC skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Associate's Degree or two-year technical degree and experience in pipeline operations, gas scheduling, relevant industry or control room environment.
• Department of Transportation Operation Qualification.
• Energy experience in plant, refinery or control room operations.
• Previous gas scheduling experience.

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
• Wellness Program with annual rewards
• 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