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What is the difference between Freelance Well Control Instructor vs Well Control Supervisor?

AspectFreelance Well Control InstructorWell Control Supervisor
CertificationsIWCF, IWCF Instructor certificationsIWCF, Well Control certifications, management training
Work EnvironmentContract-based, training sites, client locationsOn-site at drilling operations, offshore or onshore rigs
Employer & Industry UsageTraining companies, oilfield service providersOil & gas companies, drilling contractors

Freelance Well Control Instructors primarily focus on delivering training and certification courses, often working independently or with training firms. Well Control Supervisors oversee well control operations during drilling, ensuring safety and compliance on-site. While both roles require similar certifications, the instructor role is education-focused, whereas the supervisor role involves operational management.

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Infographic showing various Freelance Well Control Instructor job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution.

Well Control Instructor - Wild Well Control, Inc.

Superior Energy Services

Houston, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

Wild Well Control, a Superior Energy Services Company, offers industry-leading emergency response, well control engineering, subsea operations, and training services. As a leader in well control, Wild Well responds to more than 80% of all blowouts around the world. Whether offshore or onshore, Wild Well responds quickly with experienced personnel and customized equipment to maintain the integrity of a wellbore through the use of innovative engineering solutions. With pioneering, award-winning subsea technology, Wild Well revolutionizes the industry's capabilities, saving operators time and money. 

Summary: As part of the Training team, this position is responsible for providing instruction of Wild Well, IADC, and/or IWCF well control courses developed by WWCI on a commercial basis as directed by the corporate office for the sole purpose of profitable business. Travel is required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Conduct instructional course training utilizing approved outlines, time frames, and presentation materials as approved by Wild Well, IADC and/or IWCF.
  • Complete required paperwork for each course.
  • Sell Wild Well services and Wild Well Training during classes and on non-class work days.
  • Assist the Well Control Training Development Team to develop well control course material, assist with the design of instructional tools, and provide relevant scenarios for simulations.
  • Daily interface with other instructors, Area Managers, and corporate staff.
  • Any additional duties and responsibilities that may be required.

Minimum Requirements:

  • 5 or more years Oil & Gas field experience in a position that requires well control certification.
  • Experience as an instructor or facilitator of well control, HSE or drilling workover.
  • Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and Power Point, and other technical learning tools.
  • Possess strong communication skills, both verbally and written.
  • Ability professionally guard confidential material, information, and resources.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, able to deal with a wide range of situations and personalities.
  • Ability to work well under pressure.
  • A team spirit and cooperative nature with a willingness to aid other team members.
  • Self starter capable of working and prioritizing projects with little supervision.
  • Dependable, confident, organized, and adaptable to instructional and schedule changes.

Education: 

  • College graduate preferred or a relevant technical associate degree; some college and/or attributable experience will be considered.
  • Able to obtain well control instructor certification by attending all required classes and passing all certification exams.

Excellent Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, Matching 401(k)

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