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Full Time Drilling Rig Helpers & Floorhands Jobs

Driller - Oklahoma

El Reno, OK · On-site

$19.75 - $27/hr

Additional responsibilities include delegating tasks to Derrickhand, Motorhand, and Floorhands ... Oversee all drilling activities and monitor rig employees and third parties that are working on ...

Motorhand, Drilling

Odessa, TX · On-site

$21 - $28.50/hr

Receives directions from the Driller and overall supervision from the Rig Manager. Supervision exercised: * Supervises Floorhands and Leasehands Summary of Duties (Duties may include, but are not ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Driller

Midland, TX · On-site

$39.50/hr

... drilling operation, and communicate with well-site supervisors. * Introduce procedures which may help the crew to work more effectively. * Participate in the supervision of rig mobilization and de ...

Driller

Glasgow, MT · On-site

$41.50/hr

... drilling operation, and communicate with well-site supervisors. Introduce procedures which may help the crew to work more effectively Participate in the supervision of rig mobilization and de ...

Driller

Bend, OR · On-site

$48.50/hr

... drilling operation, and communicate with well-site supervisors. * Introduce procedures which may help the crew to work more effectively. * Participate in the supervision of rig mobilization and de ...

Driller

Bend, OR · On-site

$48.50/hr

... drilling operation, and communicate with well-site supervisors. Introduce procedures which may help the crew to work more effectively Participate in the supervision of rig mobilization and de ...

Driller

Midland, TX · On-site

$39.50/hr

... drilling operation, and communicate with well-site supervisors. Introduce procedures which may help the crew to work more effectively Participate in the supervision of rig mobilization and de ...

Driller

Bend, OR · On-site

$48.50/hr

... drilling operation, and communicate with well-site supervisors. * Introduce procedures which may help the crew to work more effectively. * Participate in the supervision of rig mobilization and de ...

WTX - MOTORHAND I

Odessa, TX · On-site

$19.50 - $26.50/hr

... Rig Manager and Driller, provide supervision and direction to the Floorhands and Derrickhand during rig up / down procedures Provide relief on the drill floor for the Floorhands, and when trained the ...

Driller

Midland, TX · On-site

$39.50/hr

... drilling operation, and communicate with well-site supervisors. * Introduce procedures which may help the crew to work more effectively. * Participate in the supervision of rig mobilization and de ...

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 ...

Driller

Bend, OR · On-site

$48.50/hr

... drilling operation, and communicate with well-site supervisors. Introduce procedures which may help the crew to work more effectively Participate in the supervision of rig mobilization and de ...

Driller

Glasgow, MT · On-site

$41.50/hr

... drilling operation, and communicate with well-site supervisors.Introduce procedures which may help the crew to work more effectivelyParticipate in the supervision of rig mobilization and de ...

Driller

Glasgow, MT · On-site

$41.50/hr

... drilling operation, and communicate with well-site supervisors. Introduce procedures which may help the crew to work more effectively Participate in the supervision of rig mobilization and de ...

... drilling operation, and communicate with well-site supervisors. Introduce procedures which may help the crew to work more effectively Participate in the supervision of rig mobilization and de ...

Driller

Midland, TX · On-site

$39.50/hr

... drilling operation, and communicate with well-site supervisors.Introduce procedures which may help the crew to work more effectivelyParticipate in the supervision of rig mobilization and de ...

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How much do full time drilling rig helpers & floorhands jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for full time drilling rig helpers & floorhands in the United States is $22.01, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $23.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Drilling Rig Helpers & Floorhands vs Roustabouts?

AspectFull Time Drilling Rig Helpers & FloorhandsRoustabouts
CredentialsMinimal certifications, on-the-job trainingMinimal certifications, on-the-job training
Work EnvironmentOn drilling rigs, outdoor, physically demandingOn oilfield sites, outdoor, physically demanding
Industry UsagePrimarily on drilling rigs, oil and gas industryOn oilfield sites, oil and gas industry
Job FocusAssisting drilling operations, handling equipmentSupporting site operations, equipment maintenance

Full Time Drilling Rig Helpers & Floorhands and Roustabouts both work in the oil and gas industry in outdoor, physically demanding roles. While helpers and floorhands focus on assisting drilling operations directly on rigs, roustabouts support broader site activities. Both roles require minimal certifications and are essential for efficient oilfield operations.

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Driller - Oklahoma

Patterson-UTI

El Reno, OK • On-site

$19.75 - $27/hr

Full-time

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.


Patterson-UTI rating

5.0

Company rating: 5.0 out of 10

Based on 23 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

83rd of 87 rated oil and gas companies


Job description

The Driller is responsible for monitoring well conditions and drilling parameters. Additional responsibilities include delegating tasks to Derrickhand, Motorhand, and Floorhands based on drilling activities.  The Driller must be able to communicate with a variety of employees and third parties including Customer representatives and Directional Driller.

Key Relevant Tasks

  • Oversee all drilling activities and monitor rig employees and third parties that are working on, entering or exiting rig floor
  • Follow established plan for drilling operations
  • Continually monitor well conditions and drilling parameters
  • Provide leadership, along with the Rig Manager, to delegate tasks, instruct, train, and develop all rig employees
  • Ensure regular maintenance of all equipment and machinery
  • Assist Rig Manager with preventing and solving problems to keep the rig operational
  • Communicate with Rig Manager, Company Man, and Directional Driller as necessary
  • Responsible for well control
  • General upkeep and housekeeping of the Driller's cabin
  • Maintain daily logs of drilling activities
  • Direct other rig employees and assist with rig up / down procedures
  • Support other crew members as needed, ensure compliance with safety procedures, and other additional tasks as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Able to use a computer and multiple screens to monitor drilling activities.
  • Have an understanding of down hole operations and daily operations to be able to give instructions to hands
  • Able to use a calculator, standard formulas, and basic math for well control calculations

Preferred Qualifications

  • Advanced education (college, trade school, etc....)
  • Prior experience working as a Driller with PTEN
  • Prior experience with running Amphion and Omron dual joystick rigs

Certifications: Well Control

Supervisory Responsibilities: Direct work activities of other rig employees and third parties.

Work Environment

This position requires the Driller to work outdoors for an entire tour work shift in all kinds of weather conditions, including precipitation, cold / heat, high wind, and turbulent conditions. They will be exposed to the typical conditions of the local area where the rig is located.  Southern states generally experience hot summers where temperatures range from 80 to low 100 with high humidity; winters have temperatures that generally do not go below 20.  Northern states generally have hot summers with similar conditions and have cold, windy winters, with low temperatures that can be as cold as -40.

The Driller must work with an emphasis on safety for themselves and others including coworkers and third parties. They must be able to work closely with others as they will work together in the confined area of the drilling rig and may choose to live together in crew quarters.  They must be willing to work a hitch, which consists of 14 days on / 14 days off, working 12.5 hour shifts that can include days or nights and as well as weekends and holidays.


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