Rig Hand
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
Rig Hand As a Rig Hand in the Upstream Oil and Gas industry, you will be an essential part of our ... Generous paid time off, encompassing vacation, holidays, and sick leave. Opportunities for ...
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
Rig Hand As a Rig Hand in the Upstream Oil and Gas industry, you will be an essential part of our ... Generous paid time off, encompassing vacation, holidays, and sick leave. Opportunities for ...
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
Rig Hand As a Rig Hand in the Upstream Oil and Gas industry, you will be an essential part of our ... Generous paid time off, encompassing vacation, holidays, and sick leave. Opportunities for ...
Midland, TX · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
Rig Hand As a Rig Hand in the Upstream Oil and Gas industry, you will be an essential part of our ... Generous paid time off, encompassing vacation, holidays, and sick leave. Opportunities for ...
Midland, TX · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
Rig Hand As a Rig Hand in the Upstream Oil and Gas industry, you will be an essential part of our ... Generous paid time off, encompassing vacation, holidays, and sick leave. Opportunities for ...
Category Oil & Gas Production Description Workover Rig Operator The primary duty of the Workover ... Ensuring all crew members are at the rig and prepared to work at the scheduled time Knowledgeable ...
Category Oil & Gas Production Description Workover Rig Operator The primary duty of the Workover ... Ensuring all crew members are at the rig and prepared to work at the scheduled time Knowledgeable ...
Category Oil & Gas Production Description Rig Operator The primary duty of the Pulling Unit Rig ... Ensuring all crew members are at the rig and prepared to work at the scheduled time Knowledgeable ...
Category Oil & Gas Production Description Rig Operator The primary duty of the Pulling Unit Rig ... Ensuring all crew members are at the rig and prepared to work at the scheduled time Knowledgeable ...
Alice, TX · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
... the oil and gas industry since 1977! We have been around for a long time and looking for ... Our benefits start the 1st day of the month after you are hired! • Are you planning for your ...
Alice, TX · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
... the oil and gas industry since 1977! We have been around for a long time and looking for ... Our benefits start the 1st day of the month after you are hired! • Are you planning for your ...
Kilgore, TX · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
... the oil and gas industry since 1977! We have been around for a long time and looking for ... Our benefits start the 1st day of the month after you are hired! • Are you planning for your ...
Kilgore, TX · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
... the oil and gas industry since 1977! We have been around for a long time and looking for ... Our benefits start the 1st day of the month after you are hired! • Are you planning for your ...
Incumbent ensures that all crew are at the rig and ready to work at scheduled time and maintains ... Knowledge and experience in oilfield well servicing is required. * Must possess CDL B driver ...
Incumbent ensures that all crew are at the rig and ready to work at scheduled time and maintains ... Knowledge and experience in oilfield well servicing is required. * Must possess CDL B driver ...
Incumbent ensures that all crew are at the rig and ready to work at scheduled time and maintains ... Knowledge and experience in oilfield well servicing is required. * Must possess CDL B driver ...
Incumbent ensures that all crew are at the rig and ready to work at scheduled time and maintains ... Knowledge and experience in oilfield well servicing is required. * Must possess CDL B driver ...
Incumbent ensures that all crew are at the rig and ready to work at scheduled time, and maintains ... Knowledge and experience in oilfield well servicing is required. * Must possess CDL B drivers ...
Incumbent ensures that all crew are at the rig and ready to work at scheduled time, and maintains ... Knowledge and experience in oilfield well servicing is required. * Must possess CDL B drivers ...
Midland, TX · On-site
$39.50/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
... oil rig according to the regulations of the oil company, making sure that the work of the crew ... Ability to have reliable transportation and arrive on time to the assigned worksite * Ability to ...
Midland, TX · On-site
$39.50/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
... oil rig according to the regulations of the oil company, making sure that the work of the crew ... Ability to have reliable transportation and arrive on time to the assigned worksite * Ability to ...
Incumbent ensures that all crew are at the rig and ready to work at scheduled time, and maintains ... Knowledge and experience in oilfield well servicing is required. * Must possess CDL B drivers ...
Incumbent ensures that all crew are at the rig and ready to work at scheduled time, and maintains ... Knowledge and experience in oilfield well servicing is required. * Must possess CDL B drivers ...
Incumbent ensures that all crew are at the rig and ready to work at scheduled time, and maintains ... Knowledge and experience in oilfield well servicing is required. * Must possess CDL B drivers ...
Incumbent ensures that all crew are at the rig and ready to work at scheduled time, and maintains ... Knowledge and experience in oilfield well servicing is required. * Must possess CDL B drivers ...
Incumbent ensures that all crew are at the rig and ready to work at scheduled time, and maintains ... Knowledge and experience in oilfield well servicing is required. * Must possess CDL B drivers ...
Incumbent ensures that all crew are at the rig and ready to work at scheduled time, and maintains ... Knowledge and experience in oilfield well servicing is required. * Must possess CDL B drivers ...
Midland, TX · On-site
Communicating with the oil company representative (clients). Ensure compliance to policies and ... First Aid • Fall Protection, Confined Space, and Loader Training • Gas Monitoring, Boiler ...
Midland, TX · On-site
Communicating with the oil company representative (clients). Ensure compliance to policies and ... First Aid • Fall Protection, Confined Space, and Loader Training • Gas Monitoring, Boiler ...
Odessa, TX · On-site
Work with the oil company representative as necessary to maintain a level of excellence set forth ... Must have valid H2S ticket, Standard First Aid ticket, Loader Training, Safeland, and Well Control ...
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Odessa, TX · On-site
Work with the oil company representative as necessary to maintain a level of excellence set forth ... Must have valid H2S ticket, Standard First Aid ticket, Loader Training, Safeland, and Well Control ...
Odessa, TX · On-site
Work with the oil company representative as necessary to maintain a level of excellence set forth ... Must have valid H2S ticket, Standard First Aid ticket, Loader Training, Safeland, and Well Control ...
Quick apply
Odessa, TX · On-site
Work with the oil company representative as necessary to maintain a level of excellence set forth ... Must have valid H2S ticket, Standard First Aid ticket, Loader Training, Safeland, and Well Control ...
Odessa, TX · On-site
Communicates well, takes time to teach each person, shares knowledge and skills, uses positive ... Will consider 8+ years related oilfield and management experience in lieu of education.
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Odessa, TX · On-site
Communicates well, takes time to teach each person, shares knowledge and skills, uses positive ... Will consider 8+ years related oilfield and management experience in lieu of education.
Freer, TX · On-site
Inspect and clean tools and equipment used on the rig floor and derrick. * Assist in the rig-up and ... Strong time management and organizational skills. * Commitment to workplace safety and following ...
Freer, TX · On-site
Inspect and clean tools and equipment used on the rig floor and derrick. * Assist in the rig-up and ... Strong time management and organizational skills. * Commitment to workplace safety and following ...
... oil and gas, chemical, pipeline, utilities and distribution, and civil infrastructure clients ... first groundbreaking activity all the way through commissioning and start-up of the project.
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... oil and gas, chemical, pipeline, utilities and distribution, and civil infrastructure clients ... first groundbreaking activity all the way through commissioning and start-up of the project.
Freer, TX · On-site
Inspect and clean tools and equipment used on the rig floor and derrick. * Assist in the rig-up and ... Strong time management and organizational skills. * Commitment to workplace safety and following ...
Freer, TX · On-site
Inspect and clean tools and equipment used on the rig floor and derrick. * Assist in the rig-up and ... Strong time management and organizational skills. * Commitment to workplace safety and following ...
$15.01 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$13.66 - $15.68
37% of jobs
The median wage is $17.29 / hr.
$15.68 - $17.69
16% of jobs
$17.69 - $19.71
4% of jobs
$19.71 - $21.72
11% of jobs
$21.72 - $23.74
5% of jobs
$24.50 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$23.74 - $25.75
4% of jobs
$25.75 - $27.77
7% of jobs
$27.77 - $29.79
4% of jobs
$29.79 - $31.80
5% of jobs
$31.80 - $33.82
3% of jobs
$33.82 - $35.83
2% of jobs
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| Aspect | First Time Oil Rig | Oil Rig Roustabout |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | High school diploma, safety training | High school diploma, safety training |
| Work Environment | Offshore drilling sites, physically demanding | Offshore or onshore, manual labor |
| Job Role | Entry-level, assisting crew, learning operations | Manual labor, equipment maintenance, support tasks |
Both roles typically require safety certifications and involve physically demanding work in offshore environments. A First Time Oil Rig worker is usually new to offshore drilling, focusing on learning and assisting, while an Oil Rig Roustabout performs manual tasks supporting rig operations. The main difference lies in experience level and specific job responsibilities, but both are entry-level positions essential to rig operations.
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Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO
Posted 26 days ago
Rig Hand
As a Rig Hand in the Upstream Oil and Gas industry, you will be an essential part of our drilling operations team, responsible for various tasks that contribute to the safe and efficient drilling of wells. Your work will involve manual labor, equipment operation, and maintenance duties that help us achieve successful drilling outcomes while adhering to industry standards and safety protocols. Join our team as a Rig Hand and contribute to the success of our Upstream Oil and Gas operations while enjoying a comprehensive range of benefits designed to support your personal and professional journey. Assist in the setup, operation, and maintenance of drilling rigs and equipment. Handle manual labor tasks, including lifting, carrying, and moving heavy equipment and materials. Assist with the assembly and disassembly of drilling tools and components. Support drilling operations by operating machinery, such as forklifts and cranes. Perform routine maintenance and repairs on rig equipment and machinery. Ensure compliance with safety regulations, company policies, and industry best practices. Collaborate with other team members to achieve drilling goals.
Requirements High school diploma or equivalent; technical training in oil and gas operations is a plus. Prior experience as a Rig Hand or in a similar role in the oil and gas industry is beneficial. Physical fitness and ability to perform manual labor tasks in various weather conditions. Basic understanding of drilling rig components and equipment. Effective teamwork skills and communication for coordination with colleagues. Willingness to learn and adapt to changing work environments and tasks. Knowledge of safety procedures and protocols in industrial operations. Prior experience in upstream oil and gas facilities is advantageous.
Benefits Competitive compensation package based on skills and experience. Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage. Retirement savings options, including 401(k) plans with company contributions. Generous paid time off, encompassing vacation, holidays, and sick leave. Opportunities for professional development and technical training. Supportive and collaborative work environment fostering growth and learning. Access to specialized tools and equipment for rig operations. Potential for career advancement within a dynamic and evolving industry. Commitment to employee well-being, work-life balance, and safety.