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How much do assistant rig mechanic jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for assistant rig mechanic in Carlsbad, CA is $20.82, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.93 and $22.45 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an assistant rig mechanic?

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 does an assistant rig mechanic do?

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.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be an assistant rig mechanic?

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.

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H-60 Helicopter Engine Drivetrain Mechanic/Aviation Machinist Mate

Pae

San Diego, CA

Full-time

Re-posted 11 days ago

Job description

Location: Jubail Saudi Arabia

Will perform Field and Sustainment Level maintenance support/augmentation to include: Production control, Quality Control, Supply Management, maintenance, and repair of aircraft. Position requires a skilled Engine / Drivetrain Mechanic with the ability to perform Intermediate Maintenance Periodicity requirements on MH-60R helicopters. Organizational, Intermediate, and Depot level skills are desired to inspect, repair, and fabricate propulsion and drive chain components. Also requires inspection and repair of flight control components and systems.

Shall work in specialized shops associated with fixed base operations Field Level maintenance as well as perform troubleshooting, testing, maintenance repairs and Technical Directive compliance on the H-60 Airframe in Saudi Arabia.

Essential Responsibilities:

Current or previous experience performing complex helicopter mechanical work to include but not limited to:

Perform maintenance and repair of major assemblies, subassemblies and line replaceable unit's (LRUs) of the MH-60R power plant related systems (engines and auxiliary power units). Along with fuel cell maintenance, tail rotor breakdown and rigging, and tail drive shaft removal and shimming.

Has a in-depth knowledge of the IMDS/HUMS vibration diagnostic system. Can use IVHMU data and the HUMS ground station to make adjustments to bring in vibration diagnostics to the minimum standards.

Remove, disassemble, repair, rig, rework, reassemble, install, modify, adjust, test and preserve power plant systems, transmission systems, tail drive shaft assembly, rotor systems, fuel cells, flight controls, subsystems, and components according to directives, technical manuals, and safety procedures.

Perform inspection, troubleshooting, fault detection, fault isolation, and appropriate AVUM/AVIM corrective actions on the power plant related systems, transmission systems, tail drive shaft assembly, rotor system, fuel systems, and oil systems. Perform depot-level maintenance and repair when authorized.Perform power plant depot-level maintenance and repair when authorized.

Operate and maintain all applicable peculiar and common ground support equipment. Identify, use and maintain all common, special, and precision tools available for power plant maintenance and repair.

Responsible for completion and maintenance of applicable forms, records, and reports using appropriate references and other publications including the NAMP.

Provide On-the-Job-Training (OJT) for Saudi technicians and/or other personnel to include maintaining appropriate records on personnel such as Readiness Insight, ASMi, or an ASMi substitute.

Assist in shop safety as well as safety in the hangar and on the flight line.

Accept accountability of property for the Power Plant Shop.

Maintain cleanliness and general maintenance of the associated work area. Perform cleaning, preservation, and operational maintenance work on assigned vehicles, tools, and equipment.

Operate motor vehicles, machines, and other mechanical equipment in the performance of assigned duties.

Minimum Position Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

8 years current or previous experience performing complex helicopter mechanical work, and verifiable experience maintaining H-60 aircraft.

A valid A&P license , QAR, CDQAR, or TI qualification is required.

High School Diploma or equivalent

Clearance Requirement:

Must be able to obtain and maintain a NAC(T3) Background Investigation and drug test. Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization. May be required to obtain and maintain a secret clearance.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform post offer, pre-employment substance abuse testing.

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