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How much do assistant rig mechanic jobs pay per hour?

As of May 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for assistant rig mechanic in Utah is $18.27, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.77 and $19.71 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Assistant Rig Mechanic job?

An Assistant Rig Mechanic helps maintain and repair mechanical equipment on an oil rig, ensuring smooth operations. They assist the rig mechanic with troubleshooting, servicing engines, pumps, and hydraulics. Regular inspections and preventive maintenance are key responsibilities. They also follow safety procedures to minimize risks in hazardous environments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Assistant Rig Mechanic position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Assistant Rig Mechanic, you should have a solid understanding of mechanical systems, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment, and basic troubleshooting, often supported by a technical diploma or relevant experience. Familiarity with industry-standard tools, safety certifications such as HSE or RigPass, and computerized maintenance management systems is often expected. Strong teamwork, adaptability, and effective communication enhance your ability to support senior mechanics and respond quickly to rig demands. These skills are crucial for maintaining equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, and ensuring a safe, efficient drilling operation.

What does a typical workday look like for an Assistant Rig Mechanic?

A typical workday for an Assistant Rig Mechanic involves assisting with the inspection, maintenance, and repair of drilling rig equipment, often working alongside senior mechanics and other crew members. You'll perform routine checks on mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, troubleshoot minor issues, and help ensure all machinery meets safety and operational standards. The role often requires working in shifts, sometimes in challenging outdoor environments, and being ready to respond quickly to unexpected mechanical failures. Collaboration with other rig personnel is key, as you'll be part of a team focused on keeping operations running smoothly and safely.
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Field Operator (Salt Lake City, UT)

ConeTec

Salt Lake City, UT • On-site

Full-time

Posted 12 days ago


Job description

ConeTec is an industry-leading provider of geotechnical site investigation services and specializes in the testing of subsurface conditions in unique environments. Responsible for operating heavy machinery and driving commercial vehicles (Class A CDL or Class B CDL) in a variety of environments, the Field Operator will conduct basic maintenance and provide consistent, high quality upkeep of the rig and general working area, while abiding by all safety regulations. The applicant can expect to expand on their role as an operator, oftentimes assisting engineers and technicians with any other necessary tasks. A successful candidate must have the ability to multi-task with an eye for efficiency and a safety mindset; he or she must be a team player with a sense of adventure and be organizationally adept.
This role requires significant and frequent travel to job sites, mostly within the Intermountain Western US, but sometimes beyond. Travel duration can often be 7-14 days at a time, but can vary longer or shorter due to project demands. ConeTec offers generous Per Diem rates for out-of-town work.
OVERALL GOALS FOR POSITION
  • Assist with the timely and efficient completion of numerous projects of varied size and scope.
  • Continuous development of one's skills and working knowledge of the ConeTec's equipment, systems and procedures.
  • Gain experience and exposure as a contractor in the geotechnical and mining industries.
  • Expand skill set through training and certifications to become an asset of a larger team.
  • Relentless focus on ConeTec's core values of SAFETY, QUALITY, PEOPLE and EQUIPMENT.

ROLES, RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS
Equipment Operation
  • Set-up and operate various drilling, CPT and other specialized equipment, including sampling systems, geophysical instruments and other in-situ testing equipment following ConeTec's procedures in a safe and productive manner.
  • Become trained, company-certified and competent to operate numerous types of equipment within or extensive fleet.
  • Provide timely assistance to Engineers and Technicians as required.
  • Assist with the mobilization and demobilization of equipment in hard-to-access environments.
  • Inspect equipment for safety and function; report any issues or needs.
  • Perform routine maintenance and repairs on various pieces of equipment to ensure optimal performance.

Data Collection
  • Perform testing to collect data in a timely, orderly and accurate manner.
  • Compile the collected data, sample logs, etc. daily and submit to the Data Team for further processing.
  • Collect field notes and photos to guarantee the translation of information from field to office is as highly accurate as possible.

Health & Safety
  • Identify with and respect ConeTec's safety culture, first and foremost.
  • Ensure proper preparation and knowledge of all necessary safe operating procedures before beginning any job.
  • Report any safety-related incidents, infractions, or near misses to the Project Manager and the HSE Officer, immediately.
  • Know and follow the incident reporting protocol at all times.

Other General Responsibilities
  • Communicate with the Supervisor or Project Manager as to any equipment problems or needs, as well as any field observations that might be of use.
  • Perform other shop functions as required.
  • Seek ways to improve operating procedures/processes.
  • Must be able to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting, moving heavy materials up to 50 lbs., climbing, crawling as well as walking on uneven ground, working long hours in all weather conditions.

SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS and EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Experience/Skills Requirements
  • Experience or training relevant to drilling/sampling and/or heavy equipment operations/mechanics is an asset.
  • Must have a clean driving record.
  • Must have a commercial driver license (Class A CDL or Class B CDL acceptable) or be willing to obtain within 3 months.
  • Experience with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word is an asset.
  • Electrical and mechanical skills are an asset, but not required.
  • Various industry trainings are an asset, but will be provided as needed for the role (MSHA, OSHA, HAZWOPER, etc).

Soft Skill Requirements
  • Must possess strong work ethic and represent the company in a professional manner.
  • Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
  • Must be responsible and work well independently or in a team setting with minimal supervision.
  • Must enjoy working outdoors and traveling for extended periods of time (up to 2-3 weeks at a time, several times each year).
  • Must enjoy performing a wide variety of duties and be able to manage multiple tasks and priorities.

As part of our dedicated focus on the health and safety of all employees, and due to the requirement that employees be able to safely complete the tasks associated with this job position, a successful candidate may be required to take a pre-employment fit for duty test, including a drug and alcohol testing, and complete a satisfactory criminal record check.
ConeTec is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other status protected by applicable law.