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Nabors Industries Limited

WTX - DRILLER I

Odessa, TX · On-site

$19.50 - $26.50/hr

Previous rig experience as a Floorhand, Motorhand and/or Derrickhand for Nabors Drilling or 1 year experience as a Driller for another drilling company. * Strong knowledge of the Floorhand, Motorhand ...

Patterson-UTI

Driller - North Dakota & Wyoming

Dickinson, ND · On-site

$21.75 - $29.75/hr

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 ...

NABORS

ETX FIELD. DRILLER I

Tyler, TX · On-site

Previous rig experience as a Floorhand, Motorhand and/or Derrickhand for Nabors Drilling or 1 year experience as a Driller for another drilling company. * Strong knowledge of the Floorhand, Motorhand ...

Nabors Industries Limited

NORTH DAKOTA DRILLER I

Williston, ND · On-site

$22.50 - $30.50/hr

Previous rig experience as a Floorhand, Motorhand and/or Derrickhand for Nabors Drilling or 1 year experience as a Driller for another drilling company. * Strong knowledge of the Floorhand, Motorhand ...

Patterson-UTI

Driller - Lower Rockies

Fruita, CO

$22.75 - $31/hr

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 ...

Patterson-UTI

Driller - Lower Rockies

Fruita, CO · On-site

$22.75 - $31/hr

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 ...

Patterson-UTI

Driller - Permian Basin

Midland, TX · On-site

$23.50 - $32/hr

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 ...

Nabors Industries Limited

ETX FIELD. DRILLER I

Tyler, TX · On-site

$21.75 - $29.50/hr

Previous rig experience as a Floorhand, Motorhand and/or Derrickhand for Nabors Drilling or 1 year experience as a Driller for another drilling company. * Strong knowledge of the Floorhand, Motorhand ...

Patterson-UTI

Driller - Permian Basin

Midland, TX

$23.50 - $32/hr

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 ...

Patterson-UTI

Driller - Oklahoma

El Reno, OK

$19.75 - $27/hr

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 ...

Patterson-UTI

Driller - Oklahoma

El Reno, OK · On-site

$19.75 - $27/hr

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 ...

Twilight Drilling US Inc.

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Derrickhand

Milford, UT · On-site

$34.07/hr

Includes live-out per diem and drilling fluid (mud) allowance * Comprehensive group benefits package , effective immediately upon date of hire for Rig Manager, Driller, Derrickhand, and Motorhand ...

Twilight Drilling US Inc.

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Derrickhand

Milford, UT · On-site

$34.07/hr

Includes live-out per diem and drilling fluid (mud) allowance * Comprehensive group benefits package , effective immediately upon date of hire for Rig Manager, Driller, Derrickhand, and Motorhand ...

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How much do motorhand drilling jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for motorhand drilling in the United States is $41.47, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $34.38 and $44.71 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a motorhand drilling?

A Motorhand in drilling is responsible for maintaining and servicing the engines, motors, and mechanical equipment on a drilling rig. They ensure that all machinery operates efficiently and assist with rig operations, including fueling equipment and monitoring fluid levels. This role is physically demanding and requires mechanical knowledge and the ability to work in challenging outdoor conditions.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a motorhand on a drilling rig?

As a Motorhand, your day-to-day tasks include maintaining and troubleshooting all rig engines, monitoring fluid levels, and ensuring the proper operation of pumps, generators, and compressors. You’ll regularly inspect equipment for wear and perform preventive maintenance to reduce the risk of breakdowns. Motorhands frequently collaborate with Drillers, Derrickhands, and Floorhands, supporting safe rig operations as a key part of the crew. The role is hands-on and fast-paced, requiring alertness and adaptability to handle changing conditions during drilling activities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the motorhand drilling position, and why are they important?

To excel as a Motorhand Drilling, a solid understanding of mechanical systems, equipment maintenance, and safe rig operations is essential, typically supported by a high school diploma or equivalent and relevant work experience. Familiarity with rig-specific tools, diesel engines, and standard safety certifications such as H2S Alive or First Aid are commonly required. Strong teamwork, effective communication, and reliability set standout Motorhands apart. These skills and qualities are crucial for ensuring safe, efficient drilling operations and minimizing costly equipment downtime.

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WTX - DRILLER I

Nabors Industries Limited

Odessa, TX • On-site

$19.50 - $26.50/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago

Nabors Industries rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

59th of 87 rated oil and gas companies

Job description


The Driller is responsible for ensuring that the work in and around the drill floor and BOP as well as the rig up and rig down procedures and the drilling operations occurs in a safe and effective manner thereby meeting and / or exceeding Nabors Drilling Company's and the contracting Company's goals and objective for safety, production and budget. The Driller works under the direction and supervision of the Rig Manager.
Responsibilities
  • Anticipate potential problems, pre plan and implement corrective action in a timely manner thereby helping to ensure outcomes reach company goals for the drilling operations Work with the Rig Manager to assist with post analysis reviews of critical actions and implement ongoing best practice activities for future operations.
  • Ensuring the safety of the drill crew and all support personnel working in and about the drill floor.
  • Oversee proper rig up and rig down, continual preventive maintenance and repair of the equipment used in the drilling operations along with ensuring continual cleaning and housekeeping in and about the drill floor.
  • Ensure drilling operations follow established plan.
  • Substitute for a Floorhand in the absence of a trained Floorhand Together with the Rig manager, continually train and develop employees working on the drilling rig so as to meet the employee's career goals while at the same time meeting the needs of the company.
  • Responsible for monitoring the progress of the drilling operation, determine when bits need to be changed while operating pumps, rotary table, draw-works and drill pipe.
  • Ability to operate rig utilizing rig controls while monitoring operation of various equipment (pump pressures, weight indicator, drill string weight, etc.)
  • Knowledge of Drilling rig equipment capacity and functionality including but not limited to Canrig Top Drives, accumulator units, draw works.
  • Adjust mud pumps to maintain the proper circulation rate.
  • Ability to perform basic math functions.

Essential Functions:
  • Attention span to stay alert and attentive for up to 12 hour tour.
  • Able to works 7 or 14 days on and 7 or 14 days off, including holidays, weekends and or days and nights.
  • Able to work well with others while working in a close environment for extended periods of time with minimal ability to leave the driller's cabin.
  • Make important judgment decisions that affect the safety of the crew.
  • Give verbal instructions clearly and concisely.
  • Advanced knowledge of the emergency shut-in procedures and be able to respond to any emergency efficiently and professionally
  • Able to stand or stand and walk throughout the tour while wearing steel toed boots.
  • Occasionally climb steep stairs and walking on steel decking as well as gravel, board roads and area that can be covered in drilling fluids, mud, snow and ice.
  • Must be able to repetitively climb stairs and ladders, work in an unprotected environment as well as be able to lift / carry and work with items weighing upwards of 35 lbs.
  • Assist the Rig Manager with trouble shooting and problem-solving duties and decisive manner.
  • Other duties as required by the Rig Manager.

Qualifications
  • Ability to perform essential functions of this position with or without reasonable Accommodations.
  • Previous rig experience as a Floorhand, Motorhand and/or Derrickhand for Nabors Drilling or 1 year experience as a Driller for another drilling company.
  • Strong knowledge of the Floorhand, Motorhand and Derrickhand positions.
  • Ability to wear respiratory protective devices.
  • Must have reliable transportation to and from the rig

Preferred Qualifications:
  • High school diploma, certificate or equivalent AC and/or SCR Rig experience
  • Completion of Certified Supervisory Well Control course that is unexpired
  • Experience using computer and multiple screens to monitor drilling activities

About Us
Nabors is a leading provider of advanced technology for the energy industry. With operations in about 20 countries, Nabors has established a global network of people, technology and equipment to deploy solutions that deliver safe, efficient and responsible hydrocarbon production. By leveraging its core competencies, particularly in drilling, engineering, automation, data science and manufacturing, Nabors aims to innovate the future of energy and enable the transition to a lower carbon world.

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