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How much do offshore oil rig firefighter jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for offshore oil rig firefighter in Florida is $78,897.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $58,300.00 and $92,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is it like working as an offshore oil rig firefighter?

Working as a firefighter on an offshore oil rig involves living and working in a remote, confined environment where safety is the top priority. Your daily routine includes inspecting fire systems, conducting drills, maintaining equipment, and staying prepared for a variety of emergencies, from fires and chemical spills to medical situations. Firefighters typically operate as part of a close-knit emergency response team, collaborating closely with rig personnel and safety managers. Shifts are often long and structured in rotations (such as two weeks on the rig, then two weeks off), which allows for dedicated focus during work periods and extended downtime afterward. This role offers opportunities for career advancement into supervisory or safety management positions for those with experience and exemplary performance.

What does an offshore oil rig firefighter do?

An Offshore Oil Rig Firefighter is responsible for preventing, controlling, and extinguishing fires on oil rigs. They conduct fire safety inspections, maintain firefighting equipment, and train crew members in emergency response procedures. In the event of a fire, they work quickly to mitigate risks, protect personnel, and minimize damage. Their role is critical in ensuring the overall safety of offshore operations.

How much do offshore oil rig firefighters make?

Offshore oil rig firefighters typically earn between $60,000 and $100,000 annually, depending on experience, certifications, and location. They often work long shifts in challenging environments and require specialized safety training and firefighting skills.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be an offshore oil rig firefighter?

Offshore Oil Rig Firefighters require specialized training in fire safety, emergency response, and hazardous materials handling, usually backed by firefighting certifications such as NFPA 1001 and offshore-specific courses like BOSIET. Familiarity with fire suppression systems, breathing apparatus, and advanced rescue equipment is essential for responding to complex emergencies on rigs. Strong teamwork, quick decision-making, and effective communication skills help individuals excel in high-pressure situations. These competencies are crucial to quickly containing emergencies, protecting lives, and minimizing operational downtime in the challenging offshore environment.

Do offshore oil rigs hire firefighters?

Offshore oil rigs often employ specialized firefighters to handle fire emergencies and safety protocols. These firefighters typically require certifications such as H2S, firefighting training, and familiarity with offshore safety procedures, working in a high-risk environment with a rotating schedule.
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Infographic showing various Offshore Oil Rig Firefighter job openings in Florida as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $78,897 per year, or $37.9 per hour.

Marine Operator Engine/QMED

Crowley Maritime Corporation

Jacksonville, FL • On-site

$25.25 - $30.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 20 days ago


Job description

Overview

As a privately held, U.S.-owned and operated company, Crowley provides services to 36 nations and island territories. Our purpose is to bravely advance what's possible to elevate people and planet, with our core values of Integrity, Sustainability and Drive guiding everything we do.


By expanding and innovating our services, we have expanded our footprint in services within the Logistics, Land Transportation, Shipping, Wind and Fuel industries. Crowley and its affiliated companies have generated more than $3.5 billion in annual revenue through our people's focus on excellence and a culture that values everyone's voices and collaboration.


To continue laying the groundwork and challenge what's possible for our business, we seek to partner with individuals ready to elevate their careers with us.


Crowley's Marine Management Services Inc. (MMS) is a dedicated, MLC certified, marine and offshore crewing company whose focus is to add value to the ship or asset owner through successful and cost-effective management of marine resources. MMS’s main focuses are offshore crewing, personnel recruitment, and project support.


To continue laying the groundwork and challenge what's possible for our business, we seek to partner with individuals ready to elevate their careers with us.

SUMMARY: Works in the engine room and is responsible for monitoring, maintaining, and repairing all engines and machinery.


Responsibilities

FPSO Turritella

Essential Functions:

  • Maintaining and repairing vessel mechanical equipment and systems and ER equipment under Marine Engine Supervisor supervision.
  • Inspecting and maintaining portable power tools.
  • Gauging ER tanks.
  • Ensuring that allocated mechanical maintenance and repair work is carried out safely, efficiently, and according to procedure and that the supervisor is made aware of all activities, especially where safety is an issue.

Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Carrying out the correct isolation and disconnection procedures.
  • Using correct procedures and correct method of dismantling.
  • Identifying potential sources of hazard prior to dismantling.
  • Identifying, checking, and preparing components.
  • Applying appropriate tests and test equipment to ensure reassembly is correct and effective.
  • Adjusting instruments to meet the operating specifications.
  • Monitoring and recording what has been carried out in work history or log book.
  • Adjusting with minimum disruption to any ongoing activities and minimum waste of resources.
  • Responding promptly to problems according to approved procedures.
  • Keeping the work area within own responsibility clean and free of hazards
  • Raising alarms as appropriate and acting upon them using applied policies and procedures or initiative.
  • Reporting all potential and actual incidents to the relevant supervisor.
  • Carrying out Emergency Response role.
  • Carrying out any lawful command and delegated duty as issued by the Chief Engineer, Master, Second Engineer, or delegated OOW.

Qualifications

Certification:

  • Required:
    • Must hold a valid USCG MMC with a minimum of a QMED license
    • Engine Room Ratings Forming Part of an Engineering Watch (III/4)
    • Able Seafarer- Engine (III/5)
    • Basic Safety Training (VI/1)
    • Valid USCG 719k Med Cert (STCW)
    • Valid TWIC Card
  • Preferred:
    • Vessel Personnel with Designated Security Duties/Security Awareness (VI/6)
    • Tanker Assist (V/1-1-1 Basic Oil and Chemical Tanker Operations- Tankerman Assist / PIC-DL )
    • Passport
    • IADC Rig Pass / SafeGulf equivalent
    • T-HUET (or better)

*All qualified candidates must submit the above required documents with their application in order to be reviewed for the position*

Education and Experience:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent [G.E.D.]
  • Minimum of 2 years sea time in rank as a Watchkeeping Engine Room rating on Offshore Vessels
  • Proven experience or qualified as apprentice or journeyman in mechanical engineering or local equivalent.
    • Previous Tanker Vessel experience * Preferred
    • Experience handling flammable/dangerous liquids (familiarization with bunkering/transferring of products). * Preferred
    • Good experience in risk assessment, permit to work, and instrument/mechanical isolation standards. * Preferred

Reports To: 1St Assistant Engineer

Supervisory Responsibilities—N/A

Compensation:

  • Competitive Day Rate
  • Comprehensive Benefits package
    • Medical
    • Dental
    • Vision
    • LTD
    • STD
    • AD&D
    • Life Insurance
    • 401k
  • 28/28 Rotation
  • Paid Travel

Duration/Travel/Timeline Details: 10% Travel – To and from the vessel along with shoreside training

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions/Work Environment:  Works both inside and outside in conditions of both high and low temperatures. May be exposed to odors, dust, dirt, mechanical hazards, high noise levels and potentially dangerous equipment. Must be able to crouch and stoop to get into areas with restricted headroom and be able to climb ladders. Meet the USCG 719K physical standard.

Other: Must be able to work in a drug free workplace; never under the influence of mind-altering prescriptions or non-prescription drugs, including alcohol, and other drugs of abuse.

Qualifications:

Certification:

  • Required:
    • Must hold a valid USCG MMC with a minimum of a QMED license
    • Engine Room Ratings Forming Part of an Engineering Watch (III/4)
    • Able Seafarer- Engine (III/5)
    • Basic Safety Training (VI/1)
    • Valid USCG 719k Med Cert (STCW)
    • Valid TWIC Card
  • Preferred:
    • Vessel Personnel with Designated Security Duties/Security Awareness (VI/6)
    • Tanker Assist (V/1-1-1 Basic Oil and Chemical Tanker Operations- Tankerman Assist / PIC-DL )
    • Passport
    • IADC Rig Pass / SafeGulf equivalent
    • T-HUET (or better)

*All qualified candidates must submit the above required documents with their application in order to be reviewed for the position*

Education and Experience:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent [G.E.D.]
  • Minimum of 2 years sea time in rank as a Watchkeeping Engine Room rating on Offshore Vessels
  • Proven experience or qualified as apprentice or journeyman in mechanical engineering or local equivalent.
    • Previous Tanker Vessel experience * Preferred
    • Experience handling flammable/dangerous liquids (familiarization with bunkering/transferring of products). * Preferred
    • Good experience in risk assessment, permit to work, and instrument/mechanical isolation standards. * Preferred

Reports To: 1St Assistant Engineer

Supervisory Responsibilities—N/A

Compensation:

  • Competitive Day Rate
  • Comprehensive Benefits package
    • Medical
    • Dental
    • Vision
    • LTD
    • STD
    • AD&D
    • Life Insurance
    • 401k
  • 28/28 Rotation
  • Paid Travel

Duration/Travel/Timeline Details: 10% Travel – To and from the vessel along with shoreside training

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions/Work Environment:  Works both inside and outside in conditions of both high and low temperatures. May be exposed to odors, dust, dirt, mechanical hazards, high noise levels and potentially dangerous equipment. Must be able to crouch and stoop to get into areas with restricted headroom and be able to climb ladders. Meet the USCG 719K physical standard.

Other: Must be able to work in a drug free workplace; never under the influence of mind-altering prescriptions or non-prescription drugs, including alcohol, and other drugs of abuse.

Education:UNAVAILABLEEmployment Type: FULL_TIME