Being an extension of the customer's HSE group allows our technician to be the bridge for a customer's office to a site located on an offshore facility/rig. Duties on the Job An offshore site safety ...
Being an extension of the customer's HSE group allows our technician to be the bridge for a customer's office to a site located on an offshore facility/rig. Duties on the Job An offshore site safety ...
Being an extension of the customer's HSE group allows our technician to be the bridge for a customer's office to a site located on an offshore facility/rig. Duties on the Job An offshore site safety ...
Being an extension of the customer's HSE group allows our technician to be the bridge for a customer's office to a site located on an offshore facility/rig. Duties on the Job An offshore site safety ...
Being an extension of the customer's HSE group allows our technician to be the bridge for a customer's office to a site located on an offshore facility/rig. Duties on the Job An offshore site safety ...
Being an extension of the customer's HSE group allows our technician to be the bridge for a customer's office to a site located on an offshore facility/rig. Duties on the Job An offshore site safety ...
Being an extension of the customer's HSE group allows our technician to be the bridge for a customer's office to a site located on an offshore facility/rig. Duties on the Job An offshore site safety ...
Being an extension of the customer's HSE group allows our technician to be the bridge for a customer's office to a site located on an offshore facility/rig. Duties on the Job An offshore site safety ...
Being an extension of the customer's HSE group allows our technician to be the bridge for a customer's office to a site located on an offshore facility/rig. Duties on the Job An offshore site safety ...
Being an extension of the customer's HSE group allows our technician to be the bridge for a customer's office to a site located on an offshore facility/rig. Duties on the Job An offshore site safety ...
Offshore Day Cook
Gray, LA · On-site
$12.75 - $17.25/hr
Having other offshore credentials - Rig Pass, THUET, USCG physicals are not required but nice to have as you will need to complete these credentials before going offshore. Job Responsibilities
Offshore Day Cook
Gray, LA · On-site
$12.75 - $17.25/hr
Having other offshore credentials - Rig Pass, THUET, USCG physicals are not required but nice to have as you will need to complete these credentials before going offshore. Job Responsibilities
Offshore Day Cook
Gray, LA · On-site
$12.75 - $17.25/hr
Having other offshore credentials - Rig Pass, THUET, USCG physicals are not required but nice to have as you will need to complete these credentials before going offshore. Job Responsibilities
Offshore Day Cook
Gray, LA · On-site
$12.75 - $17.25/hr
Having other offshore credentials - Rig Pass, THUET, USCG physicals are not required but nice to have as you will need to complete these credentials before going offshore. Job Responsibilities
Offshore Day Cook
$13.25 - $18/hr
Having other offshore credentials - Rig Pass, THUET, USCG physicals are not required but nice to have as you will need to complete these credentials before going offshore. Job Responsibilities
Offshore Day Cook
$13.25 - $18/hr
Having other offshore credentials - Rig Pass, THUET, USCG physicals are not required but nice to have as you will need to complete these credentials before going offshore. Job Responsibilities
Offshore Night Cook
$15.25 - $19/hr
Having other offshore credentials - Rig Pass, THUET, USCG physicals are not required but nice to have as you will need to complete these credentials before going offshore. Job Responsibilities
Offshore Night Cook
$15.25 - $19/hr
Having other offshore credentials - Rig Pass, THUET, USCG physicals are not required but nice to have as you will need to complete these credentials before going offshore. Job Responsibilities
Offshore Night Cook
Gray, LA · On-site
$14.75 - $18.25/hr
Having other offshore credentials - Rig Pass, THUET, USCG physicals are not required but nice to have as you will need to complete these credentials before going offshore. Job Responsibilities
Offshore Night Cook
Gray, LA · On-site
$14.75 - $18.25/hr
Having other offshore credentials - Rig Pass, THUET, USCG physicals are not required but nice to have as you will need to complete these credentials before going offshore. Job Responsibilities
Offshore Night Cook
Gray, LA · On-site
$14.75 - $18.25/hr
Having other offshore credentials - Rig Pass, THUET, USCG physicals are not required but nice to have as you will need to complete these credentials before going offshore. Job Responsibilities
Offshore Night Cook
Gray, LA · On-site
$14.75 - $18.25/hr
Having other offshore credentials - Rig Pass, THUET, USCG physicals are not required but nice to have as you will need to complete these credentials before going offshore. Job Responsibilities
We specialize in delivering structured and tailored solutions to meet our clients' lifting, mechanical handling, and fluid power requirements, whether that's on a drilling rig, a fixed offshore ...
We specialize in delivering structured and tailored solutions to meet our clients' lifting, mechanical handling, and fluid power requirements, whether that's on a drilling rig, a fixed offshore ...
Complete electrical rig ups, rig downs, troubleshooting, and repairs. * Proficiently follow proper sampling procedures. * Maintain required NOV WSS Core Training and annual refresher training.
Complete electrical rig ups, rig downs, troubleshooting, and repairs. * Proficiently follow proper sampling procedures. * Maintain required NOV WSS Core Training and annual refresher training.
We specialize in delivering structured and tailored solutions to meet our clients' lifting, mechanical handling, and fluid power requirements, whether that's on a drilling rig, a fixed offshore ...
We specialize in delivering structured and tailored solutions to meet our clients' lifting, mechanical handling, and fluid power requirements, whether that's on a drilling rig, a fixed offshore ...
Offshore Operator
Jennings, LA · On-site
Complete electrical rig ups, rig downs, troubleshooting, and repairs. * Proficiently follow proper sampling procedures. * Maintain required NOV WSS Core Training and annual refresher training.
Offshore Operator
Jennings, LA · On-site
Complete electrical rig ups, rig downs, troubleshooting, and repairs. * Proficiently follow proper sampling procedures. * Maintain required NOV WSS Core Training and annual refresher training.
Complete electrical rig ups, rig downs, troubleshooting, and repairs. * Proficiently follow proper sampling procedures. * Maintain required NOV WSS Core Training and annual refresher training.
Complete electrical rig ups, rig downs, troubleshooting, and repairs. * Proficiently follow proper sampling procedures. * Maintain required NOV WSS Core Training and annual refresher training.
Coil Tubing Operator
Broussard, LA · On-site
$14 - $18.50/hr
... offshore) clean and free of safety hazards at all times. Observe all safety rules at all times. Know how to use and always utilizes Personal Protective Equipment. Assist in rig-ups/rig-downs as well ...
Coil Tubing Operator
Broussard, LA · On-site
$14 - $18.50/hr
... offshore) clean and free of safety hazards at all times. Observe all safety rules at all times. Know how to use and always utilizes Personal Protective Equipment. Assist in rig-ups/rig-downs as well ...
Coil Tubing Operator
Broussard, LA · On-site
$14 - $18.50/hr
... offshore) clean and free of safety hazards at all times. Observe all safety rules at all times. Know how to use and always utilizes Personal Protective Equipment. Assist in rig-ups/rig-downs as well ...
Coil Tubing Operator
Broussard, LA · On-site
$14 - $18.50/hr
... offshore) clean and free of safety hazards at all times. Observe all safety rules at all times. Know how to use and always utilizes Personal Protective Equipment. Assist in rig-ups/rig-downs as well ...
Operator (Surface Testing / PSD) - Houma, LA 70364
Houma, LA · On-site
$20/hr
This role supports offshore operations by assisting field and maintenance teams and ensuring ... Ensure personal and crew safety at all times * Assist with equipment rig-up and rig-down * Operate ...
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Operator (Surface Testing / PSD) - Houma, LA 70364
Houma, LA · On-site
$20/hr
This role supports offshore operations by assisting field and maintenance teams and ensuring ... Ensure personal and crew safety at all times * Assist with equipment rig-up and rig-down * Operate ...
Coil Tubing Supervisor
Broussard, LA · On-site
... land and offshore) clean and free of safety hazards at all times. Observe all safety rules at all times. Knows how to use and always utilizes Personal Protective Equipment. Assist in rig-ups/rig ...
Coil Tubing Supervisor
Broussard, LA · On-site
... land and offshore) clean and free of safety hazards at all times. Observe all safety rules at all times. Knows how to use and always utilizes Personal Protective Equipment. Assist in rig-ups/rig ...
Offshore Rig information
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$4.52 - $10.60
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$10.60 - $16.67
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$16.67 - $22.74
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$22.74 - $28.82
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$29.76 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$28.82 - $34.89
49% of jobs
$34.89 - $40.96
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$40.96 - $47.04
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How much do offshore rig jobs pay per hour?
As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for offshore rig in Louisiana is $39.83, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $29.81 and $41.11 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What is an offshore rig?
An offshore rig job involves working on oil and gas drilling platforms located in oceans or seas. These jobs range from drilling and maintenance to engineering, catering, and safety management. Workers often operate in rotational shifts, typically spending weeks offshore before returning home. The work environment is physically demanding, with strict safety protocols due to hazardous conditions. Offshore rig jobs offer competitive salaries, benefits, and career growth opportunities, but they require specialized training and certifications.
How can I get a job on an offshore rig?
To get a job on an offshore rig, candidates typically need relevant experience in the oil and gas industry, such as working in related roles or completing specialized training. Certifications like Basic Offshore Safety Induction and Emergency Training (BOSIET) and strong physical fitness are often required. Applying through offshore staffing agencies or directly to oil companies and demonstrating safety awareness and technical skills can improve chances of employment.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the offshore rig position, and why are they important?
To thrive in an Offshore Rig position, you need a solid understanding of drilling operations, mechanical systems, and safety procedures, often supported by technical training and certifications like BOSIET or HUET. Familiarity with drilling equipment, computerized monitoring systems, and industry-standard safety protocols is crucial. Strong teamwork, problem-solving skills, and resilience to challenging environments are valuable soft skills in this field. These abilities ensure safe, efficient operations and effective collaboration in the demanding offshore environment.
What are the typical work schedules and living conditions like on an offshore rig?
Offshore rig workers generally follow a rotational schedule, such as two weeks on the rig followed by two weeks off, although schedules can vary by employer and region. While on duty, you'll live in company-provided accommodations on the rig itself, which typically offer shared cabins, communal dining facilities, and recreation areas. The living conditions are designed to support comfort and well-being during extended time at sea, but the environment can be remote and physically demanding. This structure allows workers to focus intensely on their jobs while on shift and enjoy extended time off between rotations.
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Total Safety rating
6.5
Based on 25 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
31st of 37 rated health and safety providers
Job description
Total Safety is looking for full time Offshore Site Safety Technicians to support various Offshore Gulf of Mexico Upstream Operations. Jobs openings vary from supporting Drilling, Construction, P&A and Production Operations.
Total Safety is the world's premier provider of integrated safety and compliance services and the products necessary to support them, including gas detection, respiratory protection, safety training, fire protection, compliance and inspection, industrial hygiene, onsite emergency medical treatment/paramedics, communications systems, engineered systems design, and materials management. Our Core Values are People, Safety & Wellbeing, Accountability, Responsibility, Empowerment, Honesty, Transparency, and Integrity.
An offshore site safety technician is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and environmental (HSE) compliance of offshore operations. This is done by ensuring the work is being done in accordance with a customer's HSE policy and procedures as well as staying within compliance of B.S.E.E. regulations. This technician acts on behalf the customer as a representative for their HSE department under the guidance of a customer HSE manager. Being an extension of the customer's HSE group allows our technician to be the bridge for a customer's office to a site located on an offshore facility/rig.
Duties on the Job
An offshore site safety technician has a range of daily duties focused on ensuring the safety and well-being of personnel and the environment. The following is a snap shot of their typical daily responsibilities:
Training Requirements
Skills and Experience:
Working Environment:
Educational Requirements:
Total Safety and its subsidiaries afford equal opportunity in employment to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, pregnancy, familial status, disability status, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected under Federal, State or Local law. Total Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Total Safety is the world's premier provider of integrated safety and compliance services and the products necessary to support them, including gas detection, respiratory protection, safety training, fire protection, compliance and inspection, industrial hygiene, onsite emergency medical treatment/paramedics, communications systems, engineered systems design, and materials management. Our Core Values are People, Safety & Wellbeing, Accountability, Responsibility, Empowerment, Honesty, Transparency, and Integrity.
An offshore site safety technician is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and environmental (HSE) compliance of offshore operations. This is done by ensuring the work is being done in accordance with a customer's HSE policy and procedures as well as staying within compliance of B.S.E.E. regulations. This technician acts on behalf the customer as a representative for their HSE department under the guidance of a customer HSE manager. Being an extension of the customer's HSE group allows our technician to be the bridge for a customer's office to a site located on an offshore facility/rig.
Duties on the Job
An offshore site safety technician has a range of daily duties focused on ensuring the safety and well-being of personnel and the environment. The following is a snap shot of their typical daily responsibilities:
- Toolbox Talks: Leading daily safety briefings to discuss potential risks, safety measures, and updates for the day's operations.
- Job Safety Analysis (JSA): Review and oversee all JSAs on location by ensuring they meet the standards of our customer and helping to identify hazards and preventive measures that should be taken.
- Permits (Hot Work and Confined Space): Oversee the permits on location to ensure they follow the customer's policies as well as are within the government regulations.
- Monitoring Compliance: Ensuring all personnel are following safety procedures and using the proper personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with both, customer policies and government regulations.
- Incident Response: Responding to and managing any safety incidents or emergencies that arise, such as spills, injuries, or equipment malfunctions by doing initial incident reports and reporting to HSE management for the customer.
- Hazard Assessments: Continuously assessing tasks and areas for new or evolving risks and implementing control measures.
- Training Support: Assisting in on-site safety training sessions for both new and experienced personnel.
- Equipment Checks: Verifying that job/task equipment, safety equipment, like fire extinguishers, alarms, and lifeboats, are inspected as per the policy of the customer and government regulations.
- Documentation: Keeping detailed records of safety activities, inspections, audits, and any incidents.
- Communication: Reporting safety observations, incidents, and recommendations to supervisors and relevant teams.
- B.S.E.E.: Assist in site preparations and on-site inspections from auditors as requested by HSE management and site leadership.
Training Requirements
- T-HUET w/CA-EBS and Swing Rope (water survival)
- Rigger API RP 2D
- Confined Space: Entry, Attendant, Rescue
- Air Monitoring
- Fall Protection with Rescue Planning
- Fire Fighting - Incipient
- First Aid - CPR - AED - BBP
- Hazardous Materials Shipping
- Marine Trash and Debris
- Offshore Safety Awareness (SafeGulf)
- Scaffolding
- Piping & Vessel Isolations (LOTO)
- SEMS II Awareness Training
- NORM / NORM Surveyor
Skills and Experience:
- The Offshore Safety Technician must display a thorough understanding of all federal, state, local, company and client regulations. The ability to recognize hazardous situations and recommend corrective measures is essential.
- Computer literacy must be sufficient to communicate effectively through emails and prepare written reports and summarize observations, prepare incident reports and statements, basic spreadsheets and time and expense reporting.
- Employees will be required to climb and work from ladders, scaffolds, and elevated platforms. The scope may require climbing access ladders on plant equipment to various heights. At times, the employee must enter several types of process equipment where work is being performed. Work will occur on hard and uneven surfaces like gravel, asphalt, and cement. Where excavations are present soil conditions will be slippery at times and change as work progresses throughout the project. Work will occur in all weather conditions in an outdoor environment. Some projects require work at night.
- Employee will be required to perform the scope of the assignment while wearing the appropriate personal protective equipment, including but not limited to flame retardant clothing, chemical suits, respirators, breathing air equipment, rescue harness, safety harness with lanyards, hardhats, and other equipment required for personal safety.
Working Environment:
- Able to work at various heights, the employee will be exposed to heat, cold, dust, fumes, or gases and to changes of weather.
- Able to work and support various Offshore Gulf of Mexico Upstream Operations.
Educational Requirements:
- Occupational safety/health degree or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or industrial related safety and health experience.
Total Safety and its subsidiaries afford equal opportunity in employment to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, pregnancy, familial status, disability status, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected under Federal, State or Local law. Total Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Industry
Office supplies and stationery stores
Company size
1,001 - 5,000 Employees
Headquarters location
Houston, TX, US
Year founded
1994