Scheduler/Planner I/II

The Scheduler/Planner I/II position at 100 Williams WPC-I, LLC in McPherson, KS, involves coordinating maintenance planning for critical assets like pipelines and storage facilities. The role requires technical planning and collaboration with various teams to ensure operational efficiency and safety. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and at least two years of experience in Operations & Maintenance. Williams promotes a diverse and inclusive work environment.
Williams is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected under applicable discrimination law. Do something that means something at Williams. This isn’t just a job - it’s an opportunity to explore and discover your passion with coworkers who become friends and mentors who push you to be your best self in and out of the office. At Williams, we make clean energy happen. And you can too, so bring your energy to ours! A Day in the Life: Conway NGL Services As a Scheduler/Planner I/II supporting Conway NGL Services, you play a key role in driving maintenance efficiency and operational reliability across critical assets, including pipelines, storage facilities, and processing facilities. This role combines technical planning, system coordination, and safety-focused execution to ensure maintenance activities are well-prepared, aligned with broader projects, and delivered with precision. Based in Conway, Kansas, supporting NGL Services assets Supports maintenance planning for Conway Fractionator, pipelines, storage, and rail facilities Builds and schedules preventative maintenance plans using Maximo Crafts detailed job packages and site-specific maintenance procedures Aligns maintenance with capital projects to drive operational efficiency Focuses on safety, system reliability, and continuous process improvement Collaborates with operations, engineering, and supply chain teams The Scheduler/Planner I/II is responsible for initiating, planning, and scheduling preventive maintenance on one of four equipment categories: Compression, Balance of Plant, Balance of System, or Instrumentation, Controls, and Electrical. Knowledge of maintenance processes, work order systems, maintenance planning, and inventory processes is key to success in this role. And of course, safety is the highest priority. Your work will challenge you, and with our Core Values to guide you, you’ll quickly learn and grow with us. Responsibilities/Expectations: Coordinates maintenance planning activities for assigned asset/equipment category; applies operational standards to guide initiation and planning of preventive maintenance routines Works with others to ensure preventative maintenance routines are planned in accordance with our standards; ensures equipment performs efficiently Leads a collaborative effort to draft site and equipment specific work plans Audits preventative maintenance modules and work orders to ensure data integrity Collaborates with operations and maintenance teams regarding contractor bid process Acts as a frontline resource to resolve technical issues Provides timely, accurate status updates to business partners and collaborates to forecast and communicate major outages of equipment, units or stations Supports budget development Other duties as assigned Education/Years of Experience: Required: High School Diploma/GED and minimum of two (2) years’ experience in Operations & Maintenance Preferred: Vocational/Associates degree or Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Management, Engineering or related field; previous 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 Wear protective equipment, gloves, uniforms, and other articles of safety clothing Shift/Work Hours/Travel Requirements: Must be available to work after hours, on call rotations, nights, weekend shifts and holiday 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: Demonstrates excellent organizational/interpersonal skills and safety as the utmost priority Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications and PC skills Experience with planning tools such as Microsoft Project and Primavera Experience with maintenance database systems such as Maximo, SAP, or IMDS Demonstrated ability to read standard blueprints, machine and process drawings Demonstrated ability to sketch or redline existing drawings Ability to handle multiple priorities or projects simultaneously and drive them to completion Preferred: advanced experience with project planning/scheduling and estimating Why Choose Williams? We are committed to providing our employees with competitive compensation and benefits as part of your Total Rewards package to help protect your current and future physical, emotional, and financial health. We generally offer health benefit programs to our employees and their families that are competitive and flexible enough to meet your needs, and retirement benefits to allow you to invest now for financial security when you retire. With rich learning and development programming and a high internal mobility rate, you are not just applying to a job with Williams; you are embarking on an exciting career! 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 Williams has a long history of making a significant difference in the communities where we live and work, and we strive to cultivate an environment of employee inclusion, innovation and passion that values all voices and opinions. We help each other succeed and great things happen when people from a diverse set of backgrounds come together. Together, we make clean energy happen. Eligibility and benefits are governed by the terms of the applicable plan or program document which can be amended or terminated at any time. For more information, please visit https://www.williams.com/careers/total-rewards/. Education Requirements: Skill Requirements: Competency Requirements: Why Williams? Looking to apply your passion and skills to the innovative and vital work that helps fuel the clean energy economy? As the world demands reliable, low-cost, low-carbon energy, Williams will be there. We currently handle one third of the natural gas in the United States that is used every day to heat homes, cook food and generate electricity. We don’t offer jobs; we offer career opportunities that include: Competitive compensation and inclusive benefits Growth and development opportunities An inclusive culture where you can be yourself Opportunities to get involved in the community where you work and live Flexible work arrangements for many positions, including hybrid schedules We’re proud of our innovative people who want to make the world a better place and invite you to explore how you can help us make clean energy happen. Apply now!