... 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 ...
The Floorhand works under the close supervision of the Driller, but reports directly to the Rig Manager.
The Floorhand works under the close supervision of the Driller, but reports directly to the Rig Manager.
Expression of Interest - ALASKA DRILLER
Anchorage, AK · On-site
$23.50 - $32/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 ...
Expression of Interest - ALASKA DRILLER
Anchorage, AK · On-site
$23.50 - $32/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 ...
Floorhand
Glasgow, MT · On-site
The Floorhand works under the close supervision of the Driller, but reports directly to the Rig Manager.
Floorhand
Glasgow, MT · On-site
The Floorhand works under the close supervision of the Driller, but reports directly to the Rig Manager.
Supervision of drilling projects, major rig workovers, new well completions, coil tubing operations ... Minimum of 10 years of offshore drilling and completions experience for oil and gas operations.
Supervision of drilling projects, major rig workovers, new well completions, coil tubing operations ... Minimum of 10 years of offshore drilling and completions experience for oil and gas operations.
Drilling & Completions Engineer
Spring, TX · On-site
Supervision of drilling projects, major rig workovers, new well completions, coil tubing operations ... Minimum of 10 years of offshore drilling and completions experience for oil and gas operations.
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Drilling & Completions Engineer
Spring, TX · On-site
Supervision of drilling projects, major rig workovers, new well completions, coil tubing operations ... Minimum of 10 years of offshore drilling and completions experience for oil and gas operations.
Assistant Driller
$23.75 - $32/hr
Offshore Drilling Group Transocean is focused on being the employer of choice for the drilling ... Provides guidance to the Derrickhand, Pumphand and Floorhand PRE-REQUISITE/QUALIFICATION: * High ...
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Assistant Driller
$23.75 - $32/hr
Offshore Drilling Group Transocean is focused on being the employer of choice for the drilling ... Provides guidance to the Derrickhand, Pumphand and Floorhand PRE-REQUISITE/QUALIFICATION: * High ...
New
Floorhand - Appalachia
Saint Clairsville, OH · On-site
The Floorhand assists the Motorhand, Derrickhand, and Driller in day-to-day rig operations. Major responsibilities include general maintenance and cleaning, checking the rig and equipment, and ...
Floorhand - Appalachia
Saint Clairsville, OH · On-site
The Floorhand assists the Motorhand, Derrickhand, and Driller in day-to-day rig operations. Major responsibilities include general maintenance and cleaning, checking the rig and equipment, and ...
The Floorhand assists the Motorhand, Derrickhand, and Driller in day-to-day rig operations. Major responsibilities include general maintenance and cleaning, checking the rig and equipment, and ...
The Floorhand assists the Motorhand, Derrickhand, and Driller in day-to-day rig operations. Major responsibilities include general maintenance and cleaning, checking the rig and equipment, and ...
Floorhand - South and East Texas
Victoria, TX · On-site
The Floorhand assists the Motorhand, Derrickhand, and Driller in day-to-day rig operations. Major responsibilities include general maintenance and cleaning, checking the rig and equipment, and ...
Floorhand - South and East Texas
Victoria, TX · On-site
The Floorhand assists the Motorhand, Derrickhand, and Driller in day-to-day rig operations. Major responsibilities include general maintenance and cleaning, checking the rig and equipment, and ...
Floorhand
Lore City, OH · On-site
The Floorhand's responsibilities include: * Daily operation of the workover rig and support ... Performing all maintenance of the equipment and physical space of the drill floor * Rig up and down ...
Floorhand
Lore City, OH · On-site
The Floorhand's responsibilities include: * Daily operation of the workover rig and support ... Performing all maintenance of the equipment and physical space of the drill floor * Rig up and down ...
Position may sometimes be required to execute small projects that include minor new construction, modifications, upgrades and repairs to a variety of offshore drilling rig configurations. The ...
Position may sometimes be required to execute small projects that include minor new construction, modifications, upgrades and repairs to a variety of offshore drilling rig configurations. The ...
The Floorhand's responsibilities include: * Daily operation of the workover rig and support ... Performing all maintenance of the equipment and physical space of the drill floor * Rig up and down ...
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The Floorhand's responsibilities include: * Daily operation of the workover rig and support ... Performing all maintenance of the equipment and physical space of the drill floor * Rig up and down ...
Floorhand
Bradford, PA · On-site
The Floorhand's responsibilities include: * Daily operation of the workover rig and support ... Performing all maintenance of the equipment and physical space of the drill floor * Rig up and down ...
Floorhand
Bradford, PA · On-site
The Floorhand's responsibilities include: * Daily operation of the workover rig and support ... Performing all maintenance of the equipment and physical space of the drill floor * Rig up and down ...
The Floorhand assists the Motorhand, Derrickhand, and Driller in day-to-day rig operations. Major responsibilities include general maintenance and cleaning, checking the rig and equipment, and ...
The Floorhand assists the Motorhand, Derrickhand, and Driller in day-to-day rig operations. Major responsibilities include general maintenance and cleaning, checking the rig and equipment, and ...
The Floorhand assists the Motorhand, Derrickhand, and Driller in day-to-day rig operations. Major responsibilities include general maintenance and cleaning, checking the rig and equipment, and ...
The Floorhand assists the Motorhand, Derrickhand, and Driller in day-to-day rig operations. Major responsibilities include general maintenance and cleaning, checking the rig and equipment, and ...
The Floorhand's responsibilities include: * Daily operation of the workover rig and support ... Performing all maintenance of the equipment and physical space of the drill floor * Rig up and down ...
The Floorhand's responsibilities include: * Daily operation of the workover rig and support ... Performing all maintenance of the equipment and physical space of the drill floor * Rig up and down ...
Floorhand
Odessa, TX · On-site
$28/hr
Driller REVIEWING SUPERVISOR: Rig Manager POSITION PURPOSE: General helper on the rig whose duties work in support of drilling operations as directed by the Driller. PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Floorhand
Odessa, TX · On-site
$28/hr
Driller REVIEWING SUPERVISOR: Rig Manager POSITION PURPOSE: General helper on the rig whose duties work in support of drilling operations as directed by the Driller. PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Floorhand Offshore Drilling Rig information
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$11.30 - $15.25
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$15.25 - $19.21
11% of jobs
$22.18 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$19.21 - $23.16
13% of jobs
$23.16 - $27.12
21% of jobs
The median wage is $27.37 / hr.
$27.12 - $31.08
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$35.03 - $38.99
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$40.30 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$38.99 - $42.94
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$42.94 - $46.90
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$50.85 - $54.81
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How much do floorhand offshore drilling rig jobs pay per hour?
As of Aug 10, 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?
| Aspect | Floorhand Offshore Drilling Rig | Roustabout Offshore Drilling Rig |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | High school diploma, safety training, basic certifications | High school diploma, safety training, basic certifications |
| Work Environment | On drilling rig, performing manual labor, assisting with equipment | On offshore rigs, assisting with equipment setup and maintenance |
| Industry Usage | Core drilling operations, hands-on technical tasks | Support 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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Job description
The Floorhands 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.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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High School diploma or equivalentUnderstand 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.