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Roughneck

Mansfield, LA · On-site

The Roughneck assists the Floorman with their duties on the rig floor. Job Duties ... oil and natural gas assets onshore in the United States.

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Roughneck

Mansfield, LA

The Roughneck assists the Floorman with their duties on the rig floor. Job Duties ... oil and natural gas assets onshore in the United States.

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Roughneck

Morgantown, WV

Perform rig up and rig down activities as assigned * Perform "nippling up" or "nippling-down" of ... oil and natural gas assets onshore in the United States.

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Roughneck

Morgantown, WV · On-site

Perform rig up and rig down activities as assigned * Perform "nippling up" or "nippling-down" of ... oil and natural gas assets onshore in the United States.

Sound Oil Plc

Lease Analyst

Houston, TX · On-site

... rig floor during drilling. 9. Ensure the Roughneck drives truck to transport materials and well service equipment. 10. Supervises the drill team members on the oil rig and also looks after the ...

Sound Oil Plc

Lease Analyst

Houston, TX

... rig floor during drilling. 9. Ensure the Roughneck drives truck to transport materials and well service equipment. 10. Supervises the drill team members on the oil rig and also looks after the ...

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As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for fulltime oil rig roughneck in the United States is $23.32, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $29.81 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Fulltime oil rig roughnecks typically earn between $50,000 and $80,000 annually, with experienced workers and those working offshore or in high-demand areas earning higher wages. Compensation often includes overtime pay, hazard pay, and benefits due to the physically demanding and risky environment.
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Roughneck

Expand Energy

Mansfield, LA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 5 days ago

Job description

Our core values - Stewardship, Character, Collaborate, Learn, Disrupt - are the lens through which we evaluate every business decision. As a dynamic, growing company that offers extremely competitive compensation and benefits, our employees are our most valued assets and the foundation of Expands performance among our E&P competitors.
We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team. We realize that, historically, underrepresented groups feel the need to be 100% qualified in order to apply. If you meet any combination of our requirements, we encourage you to apply. We strive to hire people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger.
Job Summary
The Roughneck is primarily responsible for operating, maintaining, and repairing drilling machinery and equipment. They will perform maintenance to the equipment and minor repairs in a safe and efficient manner under the direct supervision of the Driller. The Roughneck assists the Floorman with their duties on the rig floor.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
  • Performs rig up and rig down activities as assigned.
  • Performs "nippling up" or "nippling-down" of the blowout preventer stack.
  • Performs general repairs and maintenance on major and minor rig components.
  • Assists the Assistant Driller (Derrickman) with mud-mixing duties.
  • Performs emergency procedures.
  • Ensures that work carried out is in compliance with company policies and procedures and according to safety regulations.

Job Specific Skills
  • Ability to assist with tools and parts
  • Ability to maintain a safe work environment
  • Knowledge of heavy equipment
  • Knowledge of chemical and fractionator systems

Education & Experience
Minimum: High school diploma, GED, or the equivalent is required
Minimum: 0 - 6+ years related experience
Minimum training requirements: Health, Safety and Environment Orientation and Rig Specific Start Up Training
Additional Qualifications
Expand Energy takes necessary action to ensure that all applicants are treated without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, pregnancy, military or veteran status or any other protected characteristic as established by law.
Expand Energy Corporation's operations are focused on discovering and developing its large and geographically diverse resource base of unconventional oil and natural gas assets onshore in the United States.

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