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Shop Helper

Coalinga, CA · On-site

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Prime Labor & Staffing is hiring individuals to assist in the cleaning of oil rig equipment as it ... shop This is a full time position. The schedule will likely be 6am - 3pm Monday - Friday.

Offshore H2S Technician Trainee

Broussard, LA · On-site

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... a offshore based drilling rig or production platform where there is a potential for or an ... Ensures that proper maintenance including air purification cartridge changes, oil changes and other ...

Field Technician - Offshore Wind

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This is a full-time position. AIS benefits package includes health and dental insurance, vacation ... offshore oil & gas exploration, or passive sonar operations preferred * Experience in the ...

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How much do full time offshore oil rig jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for full time offshore oil rig in the United States is $46.58, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $34.86 and $48.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Offshore Oil Rig vs Full Time Offshore Oil Platform Worker?

AspectFull Time Offshore Oil RigFull Time Offshore Oil Platform Worker
CredentialsCertifications like BOSIET, HUET, and safety trainingSame certifications required, including safety and technical training
Work EnvironmentMobile, floating or fixed structures in open sea, often remoteStationary structures in offshore locations, often on platforms or rigs
Employer & Industry UsageUsed interchangeably in industry; refers to the job settingSpecific role within offshore oil operations, often overlapping with rig jobs

Both roles involve working on offshore structures in the oil industry, requiring similar safety certifications and working in remote, challenging environments. The main difference lies in terminology: 'Offshore Oil Rig' often refers to the mobile or floating structures, while 'Offshore Oil Platform Worker' emphasizes the stationary platform setting. Both are critical roles in offshore oil extraction and share similar job requirements.

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Infographic showing various Full Time Offshore Oil Rig job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, and 96% Part Time. Highlights an 85% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $96,884 per year, or $46.6 per hour.
Quality Inspector - Kiewit Offshore Services (KOS)

Quality Inspector - Kiewit Offshore Services (KOS)

Kiewit

Ingleside, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago


Kiewit Corporation rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 134 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

19th of 79 rated construction


Job description

Requisition ID: 180459
Job Level: Mid Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit Offshore Services District
Department: Quality
Market: OGC
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
As a Quality Inspector, you will support fabrication, construction, and installation activities for projects by performing inspections, surveillance, and documentation to verify compliance with project specifications, procedures, and applicable codes and standards.
District Overview
Kiewit Offshore Services is a district (or business unit) of Kiewit Corporation that builds structurally complex jackets and topsides for offshore oil drilling rigs. Located in Ingleside, TX, 20 minutes outside of Corpus Christi, the 550-acre fabrication yard is the workplace of 300 staff employees and 1400 craft employees who work in the yard year-round. The projects built by Kiewit Offshore Services require significant equipment planning, detailed cost estimates and schedules, a commitment to safety by all employees, and are truly unforgettable.
The Kiewit Offshore Services team is a diverse, tight-knit group that enjoys fun team-building events such as deep-sea fishing, golfing, and sporting events throughout the year. The employees are extremely schedule-driven, high-energy, friendly, and hard workers. Within the Oil, Gas & Chemical Industry, their teams are the best evidenced by the countless project opportunities from owners who seek their expertise when challenged with complex projects. Kiewit Offshore Service leaders are seeking employees who would enjoy living in Southern Texas, are ready for a fast-paced career, are trainable, and can work well within a diverse team.
Location
This position is based at Kiewit's Offshore Services (KOS) District in Ingleside, TX.
Responsibilities
  • Perform quality inspections and surveillance activities related to structural steel fabrication and erection, piping fabrication and installation, welding, bolting and mechanical installation.
  • Verify work is performed in accordance with industry standards, approved drawings, specifications, Inspection & Test Plans, and project procedures.
  • Develop a thorough understanding of the project scope and schedule as they relate to his/her specific assignment.
  • Assist with identifying and reporting rework and non-conforming issues.

Qualifications
  • Self-starter with exceptional organization and interpersonal skills
  • Working knowledge of Oil & Gas and/or Power industrial construction, including structural steel and process piping.
  • Familiarity with applicable codes and standards such as: AWS D1.1 / D1.5, ASME B31.1 / B31.3, ASME Sect. IX, AISC/RCSC, or other relevant codes and standards.
  • Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, and quality procedures.
  • AWS Certified Welding Inspector certification is preferred.
  • Ability to gain additional certifications to support project testing and inspection.
  • Capability to work extended construction hours during high seasons and potential night shifts.

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Other Requirements:
  • Regular, reliable attendance
  • Work productively and meet deadlines timely
  • Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
  • Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
  • Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
  • May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
There's no limit to what you'll do at Kiewit. Whether you're building or supporting projects that provide communities with dependable energy, safe transportation, clean water, or access to health care, the work you do will positively impact people's lives for generations to come.
Here you'll have endless opportunities to expand your expertise through on-the-job experience and internal and external training and development opportunities.
We offer our full-time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry. From top-tier health care programs to employee assistance programs and retirement planning, we aim to provide you with the tools you need to be successful in the areas of life that matter most to you.
Kiewit is an equal-opportunity employer, and we believe a diverse workforce is vital to the success of our business. We continue our efforts to attract, develop and retain employees from all backgrounds who are passionate about our industry.
We are committed to veteran and military hiring and will consider relevant military experience as equivalent to qualification requirements.

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Kiewit Infrastructure Engineering's Design-Build team is driving clients to turn to Kiewit during all stages of design-build projects. Through our integrated design and construction approach, our multi-disciplinary team works together to improve schedule, control costs and minimize risk. Our construction-focused engineers work collaboratively with our estimators and builders to design solutions that are innovative, constructible, and designed with a focus on safety. Clients benefit from the proven processes and tools used by Kiewit to minimize project risk. We are an in-house resource that supports projects throughout the company. Our staff shares experiences gained, innovative concepts, and best practices for all projects that we support.

Industry

Construction materials wholesalers

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Omaha, NE, US

Year founded

1884