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Casing Technician Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Casing Position

Gillette, WY · On-site

$17.50 - $22/hr

Available for 24 hours on call * Must live within 1 hour of the shop CRT Technician: Rig up and rig down casing CRT and operate in a safe manner, ensure all joints of casing are made up properly.

Casing Tech I

Williston, ND · On-site

$90K - $135K/yr

Relief Casing Team Leader Scope of Work Assists casing crew with all casing tasks. Works in team environment. Duties & Responsibilities: These are not listed in relation to their priority or ...

Relief Casing Team Leader Scope of Work Assists casing crew with all casing tasks. Works in team environment. Duties & Responsibilities: These are not listed in relation to their priority or ...

Casing Tech I

Williston, ND · On-site

$90K - $135K/yr

Relief Casing Team Leader Scope of Work Assists casing crew with all casing tasks. Works in team environment. Duties & Responsibilities: These are not listed in relation to their priority or ...

Description S&S Tire is looking for a Retread Technician for our Morehead Manufacturing Plant . You ... Operate cushion extruder to apply cushion to buffed casing * Operate semi-automatic builder to ...

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S&S Tire is looking for a Retread Technician for our Morehead Manufacturing Plant . You will ... Operate cushion extruder to apply cushion to buffed casing * Operate semi-automatic builder to ...

TRS Technician II

Kenai, AK · On-site

$37K - $47K/yr

Handle and operate casing running equipment, including: casing running tools, power tongs ... Act as trainer for Service Technicians I * Prepare delivery tickets, job reports, time-sheets, and ...

TRS Technician II

Kenai, AK · On-site

$37K - $37K/yr

Handle and operate casing running equipment, including: casing running tools, power tongs ... Act as trainer for Service Technicians I * Prepare delivery tickets, job reports, time-sheets, and ...

TRS Technician II

Kenai, AK

$37K - $47K/yr

Handle and operate casing running equipment, including: casing running tools, power tongs ... Act as trainer for Service Technicians I * Prepare delivery tickets, job reports, time-sheets, and ...

TRS Technician II

Kenai, AK · On-site

$37K - $37K/yr

Handle and operate casing running equipment, including: casing running tools, power tongs ... Act as trainer for Service Technicians I * Prepare delivery tickets, job reports, time-sheets, and ...

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How much do casing technician jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for casing technician in the United States is $22.67, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.79 and $26.68 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a casing technician?

Casing Technicians are skilled workers in the oil and gas industry responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing casing—large diameter pipes—inside oil or gas wells. Their work ensures the structural integrity and safety of the well by preventing the walls from caving in and isolating different underground layers. Casing Technicians operate specialized equipment, follow strict safety protocols, and often work closely with drilling crews on-site. This role requires technical knowledge, physical stamina, and attention to detail to meet industry standards and environmental regulations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a casing technician, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Casing Technician, you generally need mechanical aptitude, knowledge of oilfield operations, and a high school diploma or equivalent, with additional vocational training being advantageous. Familiarity with specialized tools such as casing tongs, power units, and hydraulic systems, as well as safety certifications like H2S and OSHA, is typically required. Strong teamwork, attention to detail, and effective communication are important soft skills in this role. These skills and qualifications are crucial to ensure safe, efficient, and accurate installation of casing in drilling operations, minimizing risks and downtime.

What are some common challenges faced by casing technicians in the field, and how can they be addressed?

Casing Technicians often encounter challenges such as working in remote locations, managing complex equipment, and ensuring that casing operations are performed safely and efficiently. Adapting to changing weather conditions and quickly troubleshooting equipment issues are also common hurdles. To address these, strong communication skills, hands-on training, and adherence to safety protocols are essential. Team collaboration and ongoing learning can help technicians stay updated on the latest industry practices and improve problem-solving abilities in dynamic field environments.

What is the difference between Casing Technician vs Drilling Technician?

AspectCasing TechnicianDrilling Technician
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; industry-specific certificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent; industry-specific certifications
Work EnvironmentOil and gas sites, wellsites, offshore platformsOil and gas drilling rigs, wellsites, offshore platforms
Industry UsagePrimarily involved in casing installation and maintenanceFocuses on drilling operations and equipment handling

Both Casing Technicians and Drilling Technicians work in the oil and gas industry, often on the same sites. While Casing Technicians specialize in installing and maintaining well casings, Drilling Technicians focus on operating drilling equipment. Their roles are complementary, but their specific tasks and certifications differ slightly, making them distinct yet related roles within the industry.

More about Casing Technician jobs
Infographic showing various Casing Technician job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,159 per year, or $22.7 per hour.

Casing Position

Gillette, WY • On-site

Cyclone Drilling
Oil and Gas Extraction • 501 - 1,000 employees

$17.50 - $22/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 27 days ago


Job description

Cyclone has new opportunities in our Casing Department. We currently have three positions open:
Casing Hand/Floorhand:
Assists casing crew with all casing tasks. Works in team environment.
Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Safely assist in rigging up casing equipment
  • Safely unchains and gets the truck ready to unload
  • Safely brings handling equipment to rig floor
  • Remove hoses from power unit to take to the rig floor, transports to floor safely
  • Properly rig up the tail rope
  • Ensures work area is clean and all hazards are recognized
  • Must communicate clearly with casing supervisors
  • Safely works V-door
  • Safely throw backup tongs when needed
  • Safely assists in rigging down casing equipment
  • Properly rigs all tools for transport from walk to truck
  • Other duties as assigned by Casing Relief Operator
  • Available for 24 hours on call
  • Must live within 1 hour of the shop

CRT Technician:
Rig up and rig down casing CRT and operate in a safe manner, ensure all joints of casing are made up properly.
Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Must be able to communicate clearly and professionally with Rig and Operator personnel, complete all required paperwork (including job packets), and troubleshoot equipment on location.
  • Knowledge of Casing Running Tools and procedures
  • Connect CRT to drilling rig topdrive
  • Complete function test for CRT prior to running casing
  • Use various hand tools to make necessary adjustments or repairs to casing equipment to ensure proper function
  • Control hydraulics to secure, lift, and connect casing together
  • Work in conjunction with driller to make up casing to pipe specs and repeat until total depth is reached
  • Rig up and rig down equipment using hydraulics to maneuver and control equipment from the rig floor, the catwalk, and the transport skid
  • Disconnect CRT from Topdrive
  • Ensures work area is clean and all hazards are recognized
  • Safely works V-door
  • Safely throw backup tongs when needed
  • Available for 24 hours on call
  • Must live within 1 hour of the shop

Torque Turn Technician:
Able to monitor casing make up using TT equipment
Duties & Responsibilities:
  • This position requires the employee to understand and operate WinCATT and McCoy Torque Turn systems
  • Properly Rig up Torque Turn equipment
  • Check pipe when arrive to location and get all pipe specs from customer rep
  • Enter necessary job information into computer
  • Monitor pipe connections with Torque sub
  • Must have solid computer skills with the ability to navigate through programs and download data
  • Available for 24 hours on call
  • Must live within 1 hour of the shop