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NOV, Inc.

Mazak Integrex Machinist - 2nd Shift

Houston, TX · On-site

$19.50 - $26.75/hr

NOV Rig Technologies makes and supports the world's most advanced drilling solutions. With a long ... as well as complete land rigs, we're constantly working to solve our customers' operational ...

Pason Systems Corp.

Operations Administrator

Houston, TX · On-site

$45K - $50K/yr

About Pason Pason is a leading provider of instrumentation systems for land-based and offshore ... rig uptime, improve work efficiency, and minimize operating costs. Pason's energized and focused ...

Pason Systems

Operations Administrator

Houston, TX · Hybrid

$45K - $50K/yr

About Pason Pason is a leading provider of instrumentation systems for land-based and offshore ... rig uptime, improve work efficiency, and minimize operating costs. Pason's energized and focused ...

NABORS

Technical Manager (Mud Pump)

Houston, TX

... land drilling operations. * Experience with maintenance planning, asset integrity programs, and root cause failure analysis. * Strong understanding of drilling rig operations and maintenance best ...

NABORS

Technical Manager (Top Drive)

Houston, TX

... land drilling operations, preferred. * Experience with maintenance planning, asset integrity programs, and root cause failure analysis. * Strong understanding of drilling rig operations and ...

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As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for land rig in Spring, TX is $41.45, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $31.01 and $42.79 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a land rig?

Land rigs are drilling rigs specifically designed to operate onshore, as opposed to offshore drilling platforms. They are used to drill wells into the earth’s surface to extract oil, natural gas, or other subsurface resources. Land rigs come in various sizes and configurations depending on the depth and type of well being drilled. Their mobility and adaptability make them suitable for a range of drilling environments, from deserts to forests. Land rigs typically include all necessary equipment for drilling, including derricks, engines, blowout preventers, and drilling mud systems.

What are land rig jobs?

A land rig is a drilling rig used to drill holes onshore rather than offshore and requires a crew to function. The size and function of the rig determine the positions available, but typically there are six people in the crew: rig manager, derrickhand, leasehand, motorhand, driller, and floorhand. Your duties and responsibilities in any of these careers involve cleaning, maintaining, and operating the rig. Drills operate 24 hours a day, so multiple crew members rotate to fill 12-hour shifts. There are additional land rig positions, including truck drivers to transfer material to various locations, managers to oversee production, and oil and gas support staff.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working on a land rig, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals working on a land rig often encounter challenges such as harsh weather conditions, long shifts, and the need to maintain strict safety protocols at all times. Working in remote locations can also present difficulties related to communication and access to amenities. To address these challenges, it's important to prioritize teamwork, participate in regular safety training, and maintain open lines of communication with supervisors and crew members. Additionally, staying physically and mentally prepared helps ensure both personal well-being and operational efficiency.

What is the difference between Land Rig vs Drilling Engineer?

AspectLand RigDrilling Engineer
Primary RoleOperates and maintains drilling equipment on land rigsDesigns and plans drilling operations, oversees drilling processes
Required CredentialsTechnical certifications, experience with rig equipmentEngineering degree, specialized drilling certifications
Work EnvironmentOn-site at drilling locations, field-basedOffice-based with site visits, technical planning
Industry UsageCommonly employed in onshore oil and gas drillingInvolved in planning and execution of drilling projects

While both roles are integral to drilling operations, a Land Rig operator focuses on operating and maintaining the drilling equipment on-site, whereas a Drilling Engineer is responsible for designing and managing the drilling process. The roles often collaborate closely but require different skill sets and certifications.

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Mazak Integrex Machinist - 2nd Shift

NOV, Inc.

Houston, TX • On-site

$19.50 - $26.75/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 19 days ago

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Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 56 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

175th of 487 rated machine equipment manufacturers

Job description


National Oilwell Varco (NOV) is a leading provider of technology, equipment, and services to the global oil and gas industry that supports customers' full-field drilling, completion, and production needs. Since 1862, NOV has pioneered innovations that improve the cost-effectiveness, efficiency, safety, and environmental impact of oil and gas operations.
NOV Rig Technologies makes and supports the world's most advanced drilling solutions. With a long history of manufacturing advanced drilling equipment packages-think top drives, iron roughnecks, draw works, BOPs, and risers-as well as complete land rigs, we're constantly working to solve our customers' operational challenges. We're designing new technology and robotics that deliver increased automation; expanding our training offerings to help our partners close the industry's generational gap; and developing smarter, more advanced drilling solutions for all types of land and offshore environments.
We're continually pushing our own standards higher to deliver the safest, most efficient, and most reliable drilling solutions in the world. Join us as we continue to power the industry that powers the world.
NOV Pressure Control Group is currently recruiting for a CNC Machinist - 2nd Shift with Mazak experienceto join our team at 12950 West Little York Road. The main responsibilities of this role include:
JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for using expert knowledge to operate and control computer numerically controlled (CNC) machines. Mainly operating Mazak Intergrex machine tools and having the ability to edit and program not only in Mazatrol but using EIA programing. The Mazak Intergrex machines have live milling capabilities along with a fifth Axis, the machinist must be very familiar with this feature of the machine and show confidence in operating it, while ensuring the highest safety standards and Quality in workmanship. This machinist will be capable of making their own setups using engineering drawings and work order instructions, they must be able to train new employees and be willing to cross train on other types of machine tools.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Under the direction of a supervisor and/or experienced machinist, responsible for quality parts produced on CNC machines such as, but not limited, to lathes and milling machines in a timely, safe and efficient manner.
  • Operate, perform set-up changes and first article inspections on production runs utilizing CNC Machines.
  • Load parts utilizing overhead lifting equipment, proving tapes, operating controls, setting offsets, simple edits, deburring and inspection of quality parts for conformance to requirements.
  • Identify problems before production runs, then start and observe machine operation to detect any other malfunctions or out-of-tolerance conditions, and adjust machine controls or control media as required.
  • Read blueprints, precision measuring instruments and job orders to determine dimensions, tolerance and tooling requirements.
  • Maintain knowledge of dimensions and tolerances for tooling instructions such as fixtures, feed rates, cutting speeds, depth of cut and cutting tools to be used.
  • Prove out new programs and make simple edits of NC programs on at least one or more numerically controlled machines.
  • Keep equipment and work area clean and orderly and perform basic preventative maintenance functions on equipment.
  • Perform other work related tasks as assigned.
  • Comply with all NOV Company and HSE policies and procedures.

FACILITY/GROUP SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Focus on various computer-controlled machines.
  • Must be familiar with the set up and operation of midsize to large Mazak multi-axis mill turn machine tools.
  • Must be capable of programing the tool path of these machine using Mazatrol at the machine site.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Knowledge of basic math, blueprints, and routers.
  • Knowledge of the proper use of measuring tools/gauges and cutting tools.
  • 5 or more years' relevant experience.
  • Must be able to read and understand machine code terminology, G&M codes

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Throughout every region in the world and across every area of drilling and production, our family of companies has provided the technical expertise, advanced equipment and operational support necessary for success. We have the people, capabilities and vision to serve the needs of a challenging and evolving industry. One the world can’t live without. We are a global family of thousands of individuals, working as one team to create lasting impact for ourselves, our customers and the communities where we live and work. We take responsibility for each other and our company’s future, knowing that personal ownership leads to broader success. We believe in purposeful innovation because we see what others do not and we act. Through business innovation, product creation and service delivery, we are driven to power the industry that powers the world better.

Industry

Oil and gas extraction

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Houston, TX, US

Year founded

1841

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