I&E Technician - Associate

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

JOB SUMMARY

Copilot said:

Join ONEOK as an Instrumentation & Electrical (I&E) Technician and play a vital role in supporting the safe, reliable operation of our natural gas gathering and processing facilities. In this hands-on position, you'll install, troubleshoot, calibrate, repair, and maintain a wide range of instrumentation, electrical, automation, control, and communication systems, including PLCs, SCADA systems, analyzers, control valves, motors, drives, safety systems, and other critical operating equipment. The role supports facility reliability and operational excellence while ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements. Responsibilities include maintaining maintenance records, interpreting electrical drawings and schematics, supporting commissioning activities, and participating in continuous improvement initiatives. This position also involves providing on-call support through a rotating schedule and responding to operational needs when required. The position is based on-site in the Williston, North Dakota area and requires local residency or relocation to the area.

ONEOK is seeking an Associate I&E Technician, but we are open to considering qualified candidates at the Intermediate or Senior level based on experience and qualifications. To support employees living and working in this market, the position includes a $1,500 monthly geographic allowance. The schedule is Monday through Friday with participation in a rotating on-call schedule.

The ideal candidate is technically curious, safety-focused, and enjoys solving complex problems while working both independently and as part of a team. Successful team members demonstrate ONEOK's core values by putting Safety First in every task, acting with Integrity when making decisions, demonstrating Inclusion through respectful collaboration, embracing Innovation to improve reliability and efficiency, and pursuing Excellence in the quality of their work. Individuals who take ownership, support their teammates, continuously develop their technical skills, and are committed to operational reliability and safe execution will find long-term success and growth opportunities at ONEOK.

Job Profile Summary

Perform entry level activities related to the operation and maintenance of various electrical/electronic, pneumatic, hydraulic, analyzers, measurement, control and automation systems and related equipment.

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

• 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
• Responsibilities may include Department of Transportation (DOT) covered functions, including operations, maintenance, or emergency response on a pipeline. Job duties also require the employee 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.

Education

• None Required.

Work Experience

• Experience in use and function of tools and equipment applicable to position including but not limited to:
  • Manual/power tools
  • Electronic testing devices
  • Control devices

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of: reciprocating or gas turbine engines, compressors and electronic and processing equipment applicable to position
• Knowledge of: instrumentation, electronics, tools and control systems
• Knowledge of: gas processing fundamentals
• Knowledge of: governmental rules, regulations and (electrical) codes
• Knowledge of: safe handling practices for flammable gases, liquids and high pressure systems
• Knowledge of: reliability Based Programs
• Knowledge of: reading and interpreting repair orders, mechanical drawings, procedures, charts, diagrams, dials, gauges and equipment manuals
• Knowledge of: computers and related software
• Ability to: prepare, process or verify maintenance and repair records, safety and environmental reports, electrical schematics and diagrams, pressure readings and material and supply orders
• Ability to: apply addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and algebraic formulas
• Ability to: communicate and/or exchange written and verbal information and instructions

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 [email protected] or call 1-855-663-6547​.

Expected Salary Range

$69,000.00 - $103,000.00