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Floorhand Offshore Drilling Rig Jobs (NOW HIRING)

... on the drilling rig floor. This includes the operation of tongs and use of drilling slips to ... The Floorhand participates in a variety of activities in repairing, maintaining and cleaning the ...

The Floorhand-s job is to safely and efficiently provide the manual labor required to operate the equipment on the drilling rig floor.- This includes the operation of tongs and use of drilling slips ...

The Floorhand-s job is to safely and efficiently provide the manual labor required to operate the equipment on the drilling rig floor.- This includes the operation of tongs and use of drilling slips ...

... on the drilling rig floor. This includes the operation of tongs and use of drilling slips to ... The Floorhand participates in a variety of activities in repairing, maintaining and cleaning the ...

WTX - DRILLER I

Odessa, TX

$23.25 - $31.50/hr

Previous rig experience as a Floorhand, Motorhand and/or Derrickhand for Nabors Drilling or 1 year experience as a Driller for another drilling company. * Strong knowledge of the Floorhand, Motorhand ...

NORTH DAKOTA DRILLER I

Williston, ND · On-site

$22.50 - $30.50/hr

Previous rig experience as a Floorhand, Motorhand and/or Derrickhand for Nabors Drilling or 1 year experience as a Driller for another drilling company. * Strong knowledge of the Floorhand, Motorhand ...

... on the drilling rig floor. This includes the operation of tongs and use of drilling slips to ... The Floorhand participates in a variety of activities in repairing, maintaining and cleaning the ...

The Floorhand-s job is to safely and efficiently provide the manual labor required to operate the equipment on the drilling rig floor.- This includes the operation of tongs and use of drilling slips ...

Previous rig experience as a Floorhand, Motorhand and/or Derrickhand for Nabors Drilling or 1 year experience as a Driller for another drilling company. * Strong knowledge of the Floorhand, Motorhand ...

... on the drilling rig floor. This includes the operation of tongs and use of drilling slips to ... The Floorhand participates in a variety of activities in repairing, maintaining and cleaning the ...

... on the drilling rig floor. This includes the operation of tongs and use of drilling slips to ... The Floorhand participates in a variety of activities in repairing, maintaining and cleaning the ...

WTX - DRILLER I

Odessa, TX · On-site

$19.50 - $26.50/hr

Ensure drilling operations follow established plan. * Substitute for a Floorhand in the absence of a trained Floorhand Together with the Rig manager, continually train and develop employees working ...

ETX FIELD. DRILLER I

Tyler, TX · On-site

$21.75 - $29.50/hr

Ensure drilling operations follow established plan. * Substitute for a Floorhand in the absence of a trained Floorhand Together with the Rig manager, continually train and develop employees working ...

NORTH DAKOTA DRILLER I

Williston, ND · On-site

$22.50 - $30.50/hr

Ensure drilling operations follow established plan. * Substitute for a Floorhand in the absence of a trained Floorhand Together with the Rig manager, continually train and develop employees working ...

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How much do floorhand offshore drilling rig jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for floorhand offshore drilling rig in the United States is $31.87, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.36 and $43.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Floorhand Offshore Drilling Rig vs Roustabout Offshore Drilling Rig?

AspectFloorhand Offshore Drilling RigRoustabout Offshore Drilling Rig
CredentialsHigh school diploma, safety training, basic certificationsHigh school diploma, safety training, basic certifications
Work EnvironmentOn drilling rig, performing manual labor, assisting with equipmentOn offshore rigs, assisting with equipment setup and maintenance
Industry UsageCore drilling operations, hands-on technical tasksSupport role, general labor, equipment handling

The main difference is that Floorhands are directly involved in drilling operations, handling equipment and assisting drillers, while Roustabouts perform more general labor tasks, supporting the crew with maintenance and setup. Both roles require safety certifications and work in offshore environments, but Floorhands typically have more technical responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Floorhand Offshore Drilling Rig job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $66,283 per year, or $31.9 per hour.

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Job description


The Floorhand-s job is to safely and efficiently provide the manual labor required to operate the equipment on the drilling rig floor.- This includes the operation of tongs and use of drilling slips to assemble and disassemble drilling pipe and collars, operation of hoists to raise/lower equipment and personnel as well as hand tools, sledge hammers and large pipe wrenches to maintain and repair equipment.- The Floorhand participates in a variety of activities in repairing, maintaining and cleaning the rig equipment.- This may include chipping and painting, the physical movement of equipment, the mixing of chemicals and the greasing, oiling and washing of equipment, walls and floors.- The Floorhand performs these tasks under the close supervision of the Driller.-
Responsibilities
Understand the requirements of the Company Management System (to include policies, procedures, and expectations) and perform duties in accordance with them.Propose recommendations for improvements to the Company Management System or practices.Understand that everyone has the responsibility, authority, and obligation to interrupt an operation if a condition or behavior is observed which could cause harm to people, assets or the environment and act on understanding as required. (Stop work authority)Identify hazards in the workplace and report them to the Driller. Participate in pre-tour and pre-task meetings. Work under the direction of the Driller and/or Rig Manager. Perform maintenance and repairs on rig equipment as directed by the Driller.Work on the rig floor during tripping operations as directed by the Driller. Operate pipe handling equipment on the drilling location. Maintain good housekeeping on the drilling location to include rig components, offices and accommodations. Report incidents, equipment failures, system failures and abnormalities as per Company procedures. Train and mentor new Floorhands as they are assigned to the rig.
Qualifications
High School diploma or equivalent-
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Nabors is a leading provider of advanced technology for the energy industry. With operations in about 20 countries, Nabors has established a global network of people, technology and equipment to deploy solutions that deliver safe, efficient and responsible hydrocarbon production. By leveraging its core competencies, particularly in drilling, engineering, automation, data science and manufacturing, Nabors aims to innovate the future of energy and enable the transition to a lower carbon world.

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