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Assistant Driller Jobs (NOW HIRING)

$22 - $26/hr

Driller Assistant Role Responsibilities: * Safety and Compliance: * Adhere to all safety programs and policies. * Participate in daily safety briefings and drills. * Properly use and maintain ...

Driller Assistant Role Responsibilities: * Safety and Compliance: * Adhere to all safety programs and policies. * Participate in daily safety briefings and drills. * Properly use and maintain ...

Driller Assistant Role Responsibilities: * Safety and Compliance: * Adhere to all safety programs and policies. * Participate in daily safety briefings and drills. * Properly use and maintain ...

Driller Assistant Role Responsibilities: * Safety and Compliance: * Adhere to all safety programs and policies. * Participate in daily safety briefings and drills. * Properly use and maintain ...

$22 - $26/hr

Driller Assistant Role Responsibilities: * Safety and Compliance: * Adhere to all safety programs and policies. * Participate in daily safety briefings and drills. * Properly use and maintain ...

Driller Assistant Role Responsibilities: * Safety and Compliance: * Adhere to all safety programs and policies. * Participate in daily safety briefings and drills. * Properly use and maintain ...

Driller Assistant Role Responsibilities: * Safety and Compliance: * Adhere to all safety programs and policies. * Participate in daily safety briefings and drills. * Properly use and maintain ...

Driller Assistant Role Responsibilities: * Safety and Compliance: * Adhere to all safety programs and policies. * Participate in daily safety briefings and drills. * Properly use and maintain ...

Driller Assistant Role Responsibilities: * Safety and Compliance: * Adhere to all safety programs and policies. * Participate in daily safety briefings and drills. * Properly use and maintain ...

Driller Assistant Role Responsibilities: * Safety and Compliance: * Adhere to all safety programs and policies. * Participate in daily safety briefings and drills. * Properly use and maintain ...

Driller Assistant

Easton, PA · On-site

$22 - $26/hr

Driller Assistant Role Responsibilities: * Safety and Compliance: * Adhere to all safety programs and policies. * Participate in daily safety briefings and drills. * Properly use and maintain ...

Driller Assistant

Easton, PA · On-site

$22 - $26/hr

Driller Assistant Role Responsibilities: * Safety and Compliance: * Adhere to all safety programs and policies. * Participate in daily safety briefings and drills. * Properly use and maintain ...

Driller Assistant

Glendon, PA · On-site

$22 - $26/hr

Driller Assistant Role Responsibilities: * Safety and Compliance: * Adhere to all safety programs and policies. * Participate in daily safety briefings and drills. * Properly use and maintain ...

Driller Assistant

Tatamy, PA · On-site

$22 - $26/hr

Driller Assistant Role Responsibilities: * Safety and Compliance: * Adhere to all safety programs and policies. * Participate in daily safety briefings and drills. * Properly use and maintain ...

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How much do assistant driller jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for assistant driller in the United States is $22.01, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $23.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an assistant driller?

Assistant Drillers are key crew members on drilling rigs who support the Driller in overseeing drilling operations. Their duties include monitoring equipment, ensuring safety procedures are followed, assisting with rig maintenance, and sometimes supervising other crew members. Assistant Drillers act as a bridge between the Driller and the rest of the drilling team, helping to coordinate tasks and address any operational issues. This role requires technical knowledge, problem-solving skills, and strong communication abilities. They often work long shifts in challenging environments, such as offshore rigs or remote locations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an assistant driller?

To thrive as an Assistant Driller, you need a solid understanding of drilling operations, safety protocols, and mechanical aptitude, often supported by a high school diploma and relevant field experience. Familiarity with drilling control systems, rig equipment, and certifications like Well Control or HSE are typically required. Strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills help you adapt to challenging environments and coordinate effectively with crew members. These competencies are vital for maintaining operational safety, efficiency, and minimizing downtime on drilling sites.

What are some of the key challenges an assistant driller faces when working on an offshore rig?

Assistant Drillers on offshore rigs often encounter challenges such as adapting to rapidly changing weather conditions, ensuring strict adherence to safety protocols, and effectively communicating with multicultural crews during high-pressure situations. The role requires multitasking between supervising drilling operations, monitoring equipment, and responding swiftly to any signs of well control issues. Building strong teamwork skills and maintaining vigilance are crucial, as even minor oversights can have significant safety or environmental consequences.

What is the difference between Assistant Driller vs Driller?

AspectAssistant DrillerDriller
CertificationsOSHA safety training, basic drilling certificationsAdvanced certifications, specialized training
Work EnvironmentOn-site at drilling rigs, assisting in operationsLeading drilling operations, supervising crew
ResponsibilitiesSupporting Driller, preparing equipmentPlanning and executing drilling activities

The Assistant Driller works closely with the Driller, providing support and assisting in daily operations. The Driller holds more responsibility, overseeing the entire drilling process and making critical decisions. Both roles require safety training and industry certifications, but the Driller typically has more advanced credentials and experience.

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Infographic showing various Assistant Driller job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,781 per year, or $22 per hour.

Driller Assistant - Driller Helper

Sealaska

Salt Lake City, UT • On-site

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.


Job description

Driller Assistant / Driller Helper

The Driller's Assistant/Technician position is to assist in ensuring drilling operations are executed in accordance with the drilling plan from implementation, completion, and abandonment of drill sites. The Technician works with the Driller/Operator and crew in preparing the equipment and site for the drilling operation, setup, and breakdown of drilling sites, which includes repetitive bending, lifting, and climbing which are done throughout the normal workday. This individual promotes safety and reports safety problems, incidents, accidents, or irregularities. Acts as a member of a team.

We are currently hiring Seasonal Helpers. Business needs and individual performance will be evaluated after 90 days of employment to determine ongoing staffing requirements.

Helpers without related experience will be hired at the base starting rate, unless they hold a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL).

Applicants with Environmental Driller Assistant experience will be given priority consideration and may be eligible for a higher-level, non-seasonal position with increased pay.

All field positions require the operation of company vehicles and are classified as Safety-Sensitive. Candidates who receive a job offer must successfully complete and receive clearance on a 10-panel drug screen, alcohol screening, Fit-for-Duty evaluation, and provide a current Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).

Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Conduct pre-trip inspection.
  • Set up a control zone.
  • Perform physical labor, shoveling, drilling debris, and transporting materials using ergonomically correct lifting techniques.
  • Maintain equipment.
  • Ability to fill in for driller when qualified.
  • Knowledge of safety policies and procedures
  • Maintain all certifications required by the Industry or OSHA
  • Forklift trained.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

  • Have a valid driver's license and clean driving record (No DUI in the past 5 years or major incidents). Class A or Class B, strongly preferred.
  • Must be willing to travel extensively.
  • HAZWOPER, Forklift, CPR First-Aid Certifications Preferred
  • Ability to pass a yearly physical and random drug test.
  • Mechanical ability to do minor repairs.

Education and Experience:

  • High School Diploma or GED

Working Conditions:

The physical and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands:

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to walk, use hands to finger, handle objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; bending or crouching; talk or hear.
  • Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
  • Bending or standing as necessary.
  • Ability to stand for long periods of time.
  • Ability to maneuver in small areas.
  • Required to wear protective and safety equipment such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and hard hats.
  • Ability to lift, push and pull up to 50 pounds or more throughout the workday.
  • Ability to work in all weather conditions.
  • Requires ongoing repetitive motions (including but not limited to bending and twisting throughout the workday)
  • Ability to work up to 55 hours per week doing physical labor (up to 12 hours per day)
  • Ability to withstand long periods of standing (fieldwork involves time on feet for the workday except for breaks and lunch period)

Work Environment:

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to indoor and outdoor weather conditions and other elements prevalent at the time. Fieldwork often includes uneven and slippery outdoor surfaces.
  • The noise level in the work environment is typical of machinery noise which can be distracting and loud at times. May be exposed to dust, and fluctuation in outside temperatures.

This description is not intended to be, nor should it be construed as an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to accurately reflect the activities and requirements of the position, but duties may be added, deleted, or modified, as necessary. This description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

Gregg Drilling, LLC is a subsidiary of Sealaska. We are committed to providing the best possible climate for maximum development and goal achievement for all our employees. As a subsidiary of a Native-owned company, Gregg Drilling, LLC is proud to promote an inclusive and diverse workplace, with respect for the cultural traditions in the communities where we operate. Gregg Drilling, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, sex, gender, age, religion or religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. However, preference may be extended to an enrolled member of a federally-recognized Indian Tribe.