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How much do land oil rig jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for land oil rig in Virginia is $22.49, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.72 and $28.37 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are land oil rigs?

Land oil rigs are large structures used to drill for oil and natural gas located onshore, as opposed to offshore platforms. These rigs are equipped with all the necessary equipment to drill deep into the earth’s surface to access hydrocarbon reserves. Land oil rigs can vary in size and complexity depending on the depth and difficulty of the drilling operation. They play a crucial role in energy production and are operated by specialized crews following strict safety and environmental guidelines.

What is the difference between Land Oil Rig vs Offshore Oil Platform?

AspectLand Oil RigOffshore Oil Platform
Work EnvironmentOnshore, land-based sitesOffshore, sea-based structures
Required CertificationsBasic safety and operational certificationsAdvanced safety, diving, and offshore certifications
Industry UsageExploration and production on landExtraction from beneath the ocean floor
Common Search IntentJobs on land-based rigsJobs on offshore platforms

Land Oil Rigs are onshore facilities used for oil extraction on land, requiring standard safety certifications. Offshore Oil Platforms are sea-based structures that demand additional offshore safety and diving certifications. Both roles are integral to the oil industry but differ mainly in location and environment, influencing the required skills and safety protocols.

What are some common challenges faced by workers on a land oil rig, and how are they typically addressed?

Workers on land oil rigs often encounter challenges such as long shifts, exposure to harsh weather conditions, and physically demanding tasks. Safety is a primary concern due to the use of heavy machinery and hazardous materials, so rigorous training and strict safety protocols are in place to minimize risks. Teamwork is essential, as crew members must communicate effectively and support each other to maintain productivity and safety. Employers commonly rotate shifts and provide accommodations to address fatigue and ensure the well-being of their employees.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Land Oil Rig Worker, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Land Oil Rig Worker, you need physical stamina, mechanical aptitude, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with drilling equipment, safety protocols, and certifications such as H2S or first aid are typically required. Strong teamwork, communication skills, and the ability to adapt to challenging environments set outstanding workers apart. These skills and qualities are crucial for maintaining safety, efficiency, and productivity in high-risk, demanding conditions.
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Safety, Performance and Leadership Coach

Safety, Performance and Leadership Coach

CAVU International

Virginia Beach, VA • On-site

Contractor

Posted 3 days ago

Job description

Purpose and Scope


The Safety, Performance and Leadership Coach position (hereafter simply referred to as Coach) at CAVU International plays the key role in delivering our clients the world's best consulting services for high- hazard work environments where the consequences of human failure are unacceptable. The Coach is embedded on site with the client's crew to deliver the coaching and mentoring necessary to improve team behaviors and organizational culture. He/she uses the client's tools and programs to define their "Perfect Day" and focuses their team on these targets based on their organization's strengths and opportunities for improvement. The Coach then develops a deliberate approach to making the perfect day repeatable throughout their organization.


In the execution of his/her roles and responsibilities, the Coach routinely serves as the face of the Company on "hitch" (work period/event of various durations at a specific client on/off-shore rig or facility) with the customer - often with little to no supervision. As such, the position requires an extremely self- motivated individual who is dedicated to doing whatever it takes to perform the mission with excellence even in the face of long hours and austere environments.


Duties and Responsibilities


  • Assess client culture, processes, team behaviors and leadership in order to identify areas of opportunity for coaching/training focus points.
  • Provide tailored Crew Resource Management (CRM) and Continuous Improvement training in accordance with the specific client requirements and constraints.
  • Provide safety, hazard identification and risk management training.
  • Facilitate shore-based crew/leadership training and planning events, meetings, workshops and team building exercises.
  • Perform rig/facility assessment of crew/leadership performance, interaction and operational discipline.
  • Facilitate rig/facility Culture Surveys to assess the current safety climate within the organization.
  • Facilitate Leadership Round Table discussions to address management of change, risk mitigation, leadership principles and CRM topics.
  • Provide relevant feedback to platform/facility leadership on Continuous Improvement strategy.
  • Provide executive level after-action reviews/reports at client request or as regularly scheduled.
  • Demonstrate proper planning, briefing and debriefing techniques.
  • Develop training materials, presentations and reports.
  • Provide translation services as required.
  • Assist CEO, CSO, VP Operations and Marketing Manager with recommendations for Continuous Improvement of CAVU products and services.
  • Other duties as assigned by the CAVU Operations, Country Manager, Client Manager, Project Manager or Lead Coach when on a platform, facility, or other location.


Qualifications


Required Experience


  • 20 years of military service including:
  • Leadership and management responsibilities in charge of at least a platoon-size unit/department (20+ personnel)
  • Experience with high-risk environments/duties (e.g., aviation, combat training, nuclear power)
  • Bachelor's Degree


Desired Experience


  • 25+ years military service including:
  • Achieving senior officer/non-commissioned officer level rank
  • Command of a squadron-size unit or higher
  • Previous professional executive consulting/mentoring/coaching experience
  • Previous experience in the oil and gas industry - particularly on off-shore and/or land rigs
  • Master's Degree


Required Skills


  • Excellent public speaking abilities
  • Ability to interact affably, tactfully and persuasively with people at all levels from leadership to the deck plates and from diverse backgrounds/cultures
  • Working technical knowledge/aptitude with computers and audio-visual equipment
  • Exceptional Listening skills
  • Ability to win respect of and coach people at all levels of leadership
  • Exemplify outstanding leadership, teamwork & safety attributes
  • Particularly PowerPoint, Word and Excel

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