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How much do contract military oil rig jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract military oil rig in the United States is $26.57, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.87 and $36.30 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

Do oil rigs hire veterans?

Oil rig companies often hire veterans due to their skills in safety, teamwork, and technical operations. Many employers value military experience and may offer training for specific roles such as roustabouts, drillers, or safety personnel. Certifications like H2S and BOSIET are also beneficial for employment on oil rigs.

Do oil rig workers have contracts?

Yes, contract military oil rig workers typically sign employment agreements that specify the duration, responsibilities, and compensation. These contracts often include safety training, certifications, and adherence to industry regulations, and may be project-specific or time-limited depending on the employer and job requirements.

Do roughnecks make 180k a year?

Roughnecks working on military oil rigs typically earn between $50,000 and $100,000 annually, with top earners possibly reaching around $150,000 including overtime and hazard pay. Earning $180,000 a year is uncommon and usually requires extensive experience, specialized skills, or working in high-paying regions or with certain companies.

How much do oil rig contractors make?

Oil rig contractors typically earn between $70,000 and $150,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and project complexity. Contractors often work long shifts in challenging environments and may receive additional compensation for overtime and hazardous conditions.
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Infographic showing various Contract Military Oil Rig job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 21% Full Time, 38% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 39% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $55,272 per year, or $26.6 per hour.
Junior Rig Electrician

Junior Rig Electrician

Calista Corporation

Anchorage, AK • On-site

Full-time

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

Nordic Calista
Regular
JOB SUMMARY:
Extensive background in the electrical field is imperative in order to perform the tasks assigned.
This position is expected to support the Winter Exploration 2025-2026 season, with an anticipated start date of December 2025 and an end date in April 2026.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  • Collaborate with the rig manager regarding maintenance, repairs and planning ahead in order to avoid the risk of delay caused by equipment breakdown.
  • Responsible for informing rig manager weekly or more often what electrical supplies, tools, and parts should be in stock and ensuring that they are readily available to ensure the safe operational level of the rig, camp, and vehicles that are assigned to the electricians work site.
  • Assigned to install and/or repair equipment during rig and camp moves.
  • Specialize in the principles of electricity, single, and three phase up to 600 volts. Specialize in equipment to convert AC to DC power by way of a silicone control rectifier (SCR rig only).
  • Must possess good mechanical aptitude and skills. Provide assistance to mechanic and welder.
  • Provide assistance to mechanic and welder and any other duties that may be assigned.
  • Ability to adapt to environmentally harsh working environments.

HSE Responsibilities
  • Conducts his job duties safely and in compliance with his certification, experience, and Nordic's HSE policies.
  • Follow's work permitting requirements and is the audit lead for the Electrical Safety Policy.
  • Assist Rig Management in identifying operational non-conformances at the work site.
  • Reports any spills,, un-safe work conditions, and work site hazards immediately.
  • Assist in development and implementation of standard operating procedures.
  • Assists in any internal audits as necessary.
  • Assists Driller in daily rig site duties.

SUPERVISORY FUNCTIONS:
This position has no supervisory functions.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
Works under the direct supervision of the Driller and general supervision of the Rig Manager as a subject matter expert.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  • 5 years or more experience as an electrician with emphasis on single- and three-phase systems.
  • Formal electrical training is preferred, as exhibited by a journeyman card/certificate of fitness and license by the State of Alaska or another State having reciprocity with Alaska.
  • Familiarity with assorted hand tools required. Must be functionally literate, able to read, write, and perform basic math.
  • Familiarity with oilfield-related equipment, and procedures preferred.
  • Experience with energy isolation (LOTO) to perform electrical work on industrial equipment.
  • Ability to read electrical blueprints to supply required information for updating of drawings, sketches, or information on existing and replacement equipment
  • The employee must complete a pre-employment drug screen and physical function assessment.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Noise, cold, heat, working at heights or on ladders, inside enclosed oil rig in an industrial environment and outside in elements.
PHYSICAL/VISUAL/MENTAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:
The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
PREFERENCE STATEMENT
Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).
EEO STATEMENT
Additionally, it is our policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status. When applicable, our policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force and benefits.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
It is Calista and Subsidiaries' business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.
The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.
This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.

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