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Danos, LLC

Rig Up Specialist

Orla, TX · On-site

The Rig-Up Specialist is responsible for installing, maintaining, and operating lay flat water line ... The ideal candidate has hands-on oilfield experience, strong mechanical skills, and the ability to ...

Danos, LLC

Rig Up Specialist

Orla, TX · On-site

Overview The Rig-Up Specialist is responsible for installing, maintaining, and operating lay flat ... The ideal candidate has hands-on oilfield experience, strong mechanical skills, and the ability to ...

Danos, LLC

Rig Up Specialist

Orla, TX · On-site

Overview The Rig-Up Specialist is responsible for installing, maintaining, and operating lay flat ... The ideal candidate has hands-on oilfield experience, strong mechanical skills, and the ability to ...

Killam Oil Co LTD

Workover Rig Derrickman

Freer, TX

Basic mechanical skills and understanding of rig equipment * Physical ability to handle demanding tasks in various environmental conditions. * Strong communication skills and teamwork orientation.

Killam Oil Co LTD

Workover Rig Derrickman

Freer, TX

Basic mechanical skills and understanding of rig equipment * Physical ability to handle demanding tasks in various environmental conditions. * Strong communication skills and teamwork orientation.

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How much do contractual oil rig mechanic jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for contractual oil rig mechanic in the United States is $29.33, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $25.00 and $33.65 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contractual Oil Rig Mechanic vs Drilling Equipment Technician?

AspectContractual Oil Rig MechanicDrilling Equipment Technician
CertificationsHVAC, mechanical, safety certificationsMechanical, electrical, safety certifications
Work EnvironmentOffshore oil rigs, maintenance sitesOffshore drilling sites, equipment maintenance
Employer & Industry UsageOil and gas companies, contractorsOilfield service companies, drilling contractors

Both roles involve maintaining and repairing drilling equipment in offshore environments. The Contractual Oil Rig Mechanic typically focuses on mechanical systems, while the Drilling Equipment Technician may handle a broader range of electrical and hydraulic systems. Both require safety certifications and work in similar offshore settings, but their specific technical focus differs slightly.

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Infographic showing various Contractual Oil Rig Mechanic job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 96% In-person, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $61,000 per year, or $29.3 per hour.
EPIC Rig Operations Manager

EPIC Rig Operations Manager

AXI Education Solutions

Odessa, TX • On-site

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Plan, direct, execute, and coordinate maintenance for EPIC Rigs in the Permian region.

  • Prevent incidents by prioritizing safety, developing a safety culture, and ensuring crew competency and job readiness.

  • Build, develop, and manage the operations team to deliver service initiatives to customers.

Job description

***This job has preference to qualified local job seekers within 60 miles of Axis Odessa, TX facility.
The EPIC Rig Operations Manager - WTX is responsible for safely running a multiple electrical workover rig fleet operation and requires a high level of electrical, mechanical, & workover services leadership knowledge and skills to operate a safe, efficient, and reputable operation. Responsibilities include managing costs (Supply's & R&M), EPIC Rig & crew performance, effective leadership of EPIC Rig personnel, and maintaining our reputation of being best in class.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Operations Management (EPIC Rig Fleet - Permian Region):
  • Responsible for daily planning, direction, execution and maintenance coordination of EPIC Rigs in the Permian.
  • Prevents incidents, by making safety a priority, developing a safety culture on the rig, observing, and modifying any at-risk behavior or equipment, ensuring job readiness and crew competency.
  • Knows EPIC Rig capabilities and limitations, regularly assessing and inspecting the EPIC Rig and its performance.
  • Ensures service quality by demonstrating mechanical understanding of draw works brakes and the EPIC Rig and maintaining relationships with EPIC Rig personnel, immediate supervisors, company representatives, 3rd parties and the community with honesty, integrity, dignity, and respect.
  • Establishes maintenance procedures, preventive maintenance programs and procedures for all repair and installation activities verifying that basic level of maintenance of on-site equipment is being performed.
  • Performs and delivers accurate EPIC Rig inspections in a consistent and timely manner.
  • Exercises clear and concise reporting of injuries and incidents related to unsafe work practices and safety hazards or that may result in additional mechanical failures.
  • Participates, trains and takes a leadership role in all safety and maintenance programs, processes and requirements.
  • Builds, develops, and manages operations team capable of carrying out needed service initiatives to the customer.
  • Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, evaluation, and management of the direct reporting employees
  • Manages employee performance development and technical and non-technical training.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a combination of vocational education and maintenance experience in oil field services is required.
  • 5+ years of experience in workover rigs leading a crew. Experience across multiple oil field service lines and locations is a plus.
  • Advanced knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions and ability to guide others in safe practices.
  • Solid experience in workover rig execution over multiple fleets, service delivery, P&L, and crew coordination.
  • Proven experience of oil field equipment coordination and operational efficiency
  • Demonstrated business acumen and ability to drive customer service delivery, with the safety of our employees as a priority.
  • Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with the ability to use Microsoft products (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities and meet deadlines.
  • Good judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisions.
  • Commitment to upholding high standards of professionalism, ethics, and confidentiality.

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