Work with drillers, rig managers, directional drillers, and/or operator real-time centers to maximize drilling performance on Patterson rigs. * Visit rig sites and work directly with drillers and/or ...
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Work with drillers, rig managers, directional drillers, and/or operator real-time centers to maximize drilling performance on Patterson rigs. * Visit rig sites and work directly with drillers and/or ...
New
Work with drillers, rig managers, directional drillers, and/or operator real-time centers to maximize drilling performance on Patterson rigs. * Visit rig sites and work directly with drillers and/or ...
New
Houston, TX · On-site
$28.75 - $37.75/hr
Ability to safely navigate drilling rig work sites with occasional walking, climbing, standing, stepping, etc. during normal rig operating conditions (day/night, outdoor, hot/cold weather, etc.
Houston, TX · On-site
$28.75 - $37.75/hr
Ability to safely navigate drilling rig work sites with occasional walking, climbing, standing, stepping, etc. during normal rig operating conditions (day/night, outdoor, hot/cold weather, etc.
Houston, TX · On-site
Work with drillers, rig managers, directional drillers, and/or operator real-time centers to maximize drilling performance on Patterson rigs. * Visit rig sites and work directly with drillers and/or ...
Houston, TX · On-site
Work with drillers, rig managers, directional drillers, and/or operator real-time centers to maximize drilling performance on Patterson rigs. * Visit rig sites and work directly with drillers and/or ...
Conroe, TX · On-site
Transport HDD equipment, mix drilling fluids and operate all equipment required to complete HDD ... Possess strong equipment operating skills * Possess knowledge of HDD drilling fluid products along ...
Conroe, TX · On-site
Transport HDD equipment, mix drilling fluids and operate all equipment required to complete HDD ... Possess strong equipment operating skills * Possess knowledge of HDD drilling fluid products along ...
Houston, TX · On-site
$92K - $122K/yr
... and drilling portfolio * Ability to safely navigate the rig up yard and shop work sites with occasional walking, climbing, standing, stepping, etc. during normal operating conditions (day/night ...
Houston, TX · On-site
$92K - $122K/yr
... and drilling portfolio * Ability to safely navigate the rig up yard and shop work sites with occasional walking, climbing, standing, stepping, etc. during normal operating conditions (day/night ...
$92K - $122K/yr
... and drilling portfolio * Ability to safely navigate the rig up yard and shop work sites with occasional walking, climbing, standing, stepping, etc. during normal operating conditions (day/night ...
$92K - $122K/yr
... and drilling portfolio * Ability to safely navigate the rig up yard and shop work sites with occasional walking, climbing, standing, stepping, etc. during normal operating conditions (day/night ...
They set up and operate gun drilling equipment, making necessary corrections to keep production ... Drill operators use hand tools and power tools to drill holes into materials depending on their ...
They set up and operate gun drilling equipment, making necessary corrections to keep production ... Drill operators use hand tools and power tools to drill holes into materials depending on their ...
Ability to safely navigate drilling rig work sites with occasional walking, climbing, standing, stepping, etc. during normal rig operating conditions (day/night, outdoor hot/cold weather) including ...
Ability to safely navigate drilling rig work sites with occasional walking, climbing, standing, stepping, etc. during normal rig operating conditions (day/night, outdoor hot/cold weather) including ...
Houston, TX · On-site
Ability to safely navigate drilling rig work sites with occasional walking, climbing, standing, stepping, etc. during normal rig operating conditions (day/night, outdoor hot/cold weather) including ...
Houston, TX · On-site
Ability to safely navigate drilling rig work sites with occasional walking, climbing, standing, stepping, etc. during normal rig operating conditions (day/night, outdoor hot/cold weather) including ...
Houston, TX · On-site
They work under the direction of the Crane Operator and will use hand and power tools to perform maintenance and repairs to drilling rig equipment. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: * Prepares ...
Houston, TX · On-site
They work under the direction of the Crane Operator and will use hand and power tools to perform maintenance and repairs to drilling rig equipment. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: * Prepares ...
$20.25 - $25/hr
Provide assistance and training to all drilling trainees. * Maintain and inspect rig regularly ... Experience operating Vermeer and/or Ditchwitch Directional Drills. * Experience locating with ...
$20.25 - $25/hr
Provide assistance and training to all drilling trainees. * Maintain and inspect rig regularly ... Experience operating Vermeer and/or Ditchwitch Directional Drills. * Experience locating with ...
Humble, TX · On-site
$20.25 - $25/hr
Provide assistance and training to all drilling trainees. * Maintain and inspect rig regularly ... Experience operating Vermeer and/or Ditchwitch Directional Drills. * Experience locating with ...
Humble, TX · On-site
$20.25 - $25/hr
Provide assistance and training to all drilling trainees. * Maintain and inspect rig regularly ... Experience operating Vermeer and/or Ditchwitch Directional Drills. * Experience locating with ...
$20.25 - $25/hr
Provide assistance and training to all drilling trainees. * Maintain and inspect rig regularly ... Experience operating Vermeer and/or Ditchwitch Directional Drills. * Experience locating with ...
$20.25 - $25/hr
Provide assistance and training to all drilling trainees. * Maintain and inspect rig regularly ... Experience operating Vermeer and/or Ditchwitch Directional Drills. * Experience locating with ...
$20.25 - $25/hr
Provide assistance and training to all drilling trainees. * Maintain and inspect rig regularly ... Experience operating Vermeer and/or Ditchwitch Directional Drills. * Experience locating with ...
$20.25 - $25/hr
Provide assistance and training to all drilling trainees. * Maintain and inspect rig regularly ... Experience operating Vermeer and/or Ditchwitch Directional Drills. * Experience locating with ...
$20.25 - $25/hr
Provide assistance and training to all drilling trainees. * Maintain and inspect rig regularly ... Experience operating Vermeer and/or Ditchwitch Directional Drills. * Experience locating with ...
$20.25 - $25/hr
Provide assistance and training to all drilling trainees. * Maintain and inspect rig regularly ... Experience operating Vermeer and/or Ditchwitch Directional Drills. * Experience locating with ...
$20.25 - $25/hr
Provide assistance and training to all drilling trainees. * Maintain and inspect rig regularly ... Experience operating Vermeer and/or Ditchwitch Directional Drills. * Experience locating with ...
$20.25 - $25/hr
Provide assistance and training to all drilling trainees. * Maintain and inspect rig regularly ... Experience operating Vermeer and/or Ditchwitch Directional Drills. * Experience locating with ...
$20.25 - $25/hr
Provide assistance and training to all drilling trainees. * Maintain and inspect rig regularly ... Experience operating Vermeer and/or Ditchwitch Directional Drills. * Experience locating with ...
$20.25 - $25/hr
Provide assistance and training to all drilling trainees. * Maintain and inspect rig regularly ... Experience operating Vermeer and/or Ditchwitch Directional Drills. * Experience locating with ...
Humble, TX · On-site
$20.25 - $25/hr
Provide assistance and training to all drilling trainees. * Maintain and inspect rig regularly ... Experience operating Vermeer and/or Ditchwitch Directional Drills. * Experience locating with ...
Humble, TX · On-site
$20.25 - $25/hr
Provide assistance and training to all drilling trainees. * Maintain and inspect rig regularly ... Experience operating Vermeer and/or Ditchwitch Directional Drills. * Experience locating with ...
$20.25 - $25/hr
Provide assistance and training to all drilling trainees. * Maintain and inspect rig regularly ... Experience operating Vermeer and/or Ditchwitch Directional Drills. * Experience locating with ...
$20.25 - $25/hr
Provide assistance and training to all drilling trainees. * Maintain and inspect rig regularly ... Experience operating Vermeer and/or Ditchwitch Directional Drills. * Experience locating with ...
Humble, TX · On-site
$20.25 - $25/hr
Provide assistance and training to all drilling trainees. * Maintain and inspect rig regularly ... Experience operating Vermeer and/or Ditchwitch Directional Drills. * Experience locating with ...
Humble, TX · On-site
$20.25 - $25/hr
Provide assistance and training to all drilling trainees. * Maintain and inspect rig regularly ... Experience operating Vermeer and/or Ditchwitch Directional Drills. * Experience locating with ...
$12.91 - $15.20
3% of jobs
$15.20 - $17.49
10% of jobs
$19.69 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$17.49 - $19.78
13% of jobs
$19.78 - $22.07
17% of jobs
The median wage is $22.74 / hr.
$22.07 - $24.36
26% of jobs
$25.60 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$24.36 - $26.65
13% of jobs
$26.65 - $28.94
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$28.94 - $31.23
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$31.23 - $33.52
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$33.52 - $35.81
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| Aspect | Drilling Rig Operator | Derrickhand |
|---|---|---|
| Certifications | OSHA safety training, CDL often preferred | OSHA safety training, basic rigging and safety certifications |
| Work Environment | On drilling rigs, operating machinery | On drilling rigs, managing mud systems and equipment |
| Job Responsibilities | Operating drilling equipment, monitoring drilling process | Handling drilling mud, maintaining equipment in the derrick |
Drilling Rig Operators and Derrickhands both work on drilling rigs and require safety certifications. While Drilling Rig Operators focus on operating the drilling machinery, Derrickhands primarily manage mud systems and assist with equipment maintenance. Both roles are essential in the drilling process and share similar work environments, but their specific responsibilities differ.

5.0
Based on 23 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
81st of 86 rated oil and gas companies
Detailed Description:
Work with drillers, rig managers, directional drillers, and/or operator real-time centers to maximize drilling performance on Patterson rigs.
Visit rig sites and work directly with drillers and/or directional drillers to coach on company's/operator's standard practices and technology utilization.
Communicate learnings from the field back into the organization.
Document performance improvements (using EDR data, rig sensor data, third party data).
Work with operations personnel to identify areas for performance improvement
Coach and train drillers on rig control systems and performance opportunities
This job will be a rotational based job
Job Requirements:
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team, managing multiple tasks and working on multiple projects simultaneously to meet challenging deadlines.
Demonstrate clear written and verbal communication skills and the ability to promptly give and follow directions when working with others.
Excellent soft skills to get buy-in from operations and customers.
Ability to safely navigate drilling rig work sites including regular walking, climbing, standing, stepping, etc. during various weather conditions (day/night, outdoor hot/cold weather).
Ability to proficiently use MS Office Suite to develop presentations, correspondence, reports, and schedules (Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
Physical ability to:
Lift and carry 50 pounds independently while walking on uneven surfaces
Bend, stoop, kneel, twist, and crawl occasionally during visits to the field and operational work areas.
Listen for unusual noises that signify equipment and or machinery problems.
Stay alert and focused including during occasional extended work periods.
Maintain spatial orientation and awareness to safely move around the work environment with many moving objects including overhead machinery.
Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all designated times.
Ability to regularly travel as needed to visit worksites and support business units; may require extended travel to remote locations and/or overnight stay(s) outside normal office area.
Ability to work on weekends and be on call after hours as needed.
Travel to districts to working with operations personnel.
Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED
5+ years' experience in the drilling industry
2+ years in the field as a driller and/or directional driller
Working knowledge of multiple basins within US Land Shale Plays
Eligible to drive Company or personal vehicle for Company purposes including ability to meet requirements of Company's Vehicle Use Agreement and Driving Policy.
Additional Details:
This position requires the person to be able to work in a time sensitive, high visibility role and regularly travel as needed to support business units and to visit work sites. The Drilling Advisor will be required to travel to and work in remote locations and/or overnight stay(s) during variable hours. Variable work hours include hours worked on the weekend, on holidays, and hours travelling within and outside of the assigned region. The Drilling Advisor must work with an emphasis on planning, multitasking, and prioritization to maximize efficiency of the team. Must be able to work closely with others and manage customer interaction in a professional manner. Ability to safely navigate work sites with occasional walking, climbing, standing, stepping, working at heights, etc., during normal operating conditions (day/night, outdoor hot/cold weather) and while utilizing designated personal protective equipment (PPE).
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Oil and gas extraction
5,001 - 10,000 Employees
Houston, TX, US
1978