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Oil Rig Work Jobs in Boston, MA (NOW HIRING)

This role offers nationwide travel, strong overtime potential, and handson work supporting essential infrastructure across major industrial sites. What You'll Do * Install and service heat trace ...

This role offers nationwide travel, strong overtime potential, and hands-on work supporting essential infrastructure across major industrial sites. What You'll Do * Install and service heat trace ...

Field Service Technician

Hopkinton, MA · Remote

$25 - $50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

You will work closely with the team to ensure all systems are working efficiently, and perform routine maintenance. Qualifications * High school diploma or equivalent qualification in Mechanical or ...

Field Service Technician

Hopkinton, MA · Remote

$25 - $50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

You will work closely with the team to ensure all systems are working efficiently, and perform routine maintenance. Qualifications * High school diploma or equivalent qualification in Mechanical or ...

Field Service Technician 1

Walpole, MA · On-site

$25.40/hr

  • Retirement

  • PTO

You will work with customers to electrically/mechanically troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and maintain a variety of commercial food equipment including cooking, food preparation, ware washers, weigh ...

Field Service Technician

Boston, MA · On-site

$70K - $120K/yr

S. Handson technical work, strong pay, and travel opportunities. Recruiting services are free to candidates. What You'll Do * Troubleshoot and repair electromechanical systems * Read schematics ...

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How much do oil rig work jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for oil rig work in Boston, MA is $24.65, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.26 and $31.06 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is oil rig work?

Oil rig work refers to a variety of jobs performed on offshore or onshore drilling platforms, where oil and gas are extracted from beneath the earth's surface. Workers on oil rigs may handle equipment, assist with drilling operations, perform maintenance, or ensure safety protocols are followed. The work is often physically demanding and can involve long shifts in challenging environments, but it offers competitive pay and opportunities for advancement. Safety training and certifications are typically required, and workers may spend extended periods away from home.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in oil rig work, and why are they important?

To thrive in Oil Rig Work, you need physical stamina, mechanical aptitude, and a basic understanding of safety protocols, often supported by a high school diploma or relevant vocational training. Familiarity with drilling equipment, safety certifications such as H2S or Basic Offshore Safety Induction and Emergency Training (BOSIET), and operating control systems is typically required. Strong teamwork, adaptability, and effective communication are crucial soft skills due to the challenging and collaborative environment. These skills and qualifications are vital to ensure operational efficiency, safety, and the ability to respond effectively to emergencies in demanding offshore conditions.

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

Oil rig workers often encounter challenges such as long shifts, physical demanding tasks, and extended periods away from home. Safety is a top priority, and rigorous protocols and training are in place to minimize risks associated with hazardous conditions. Teams typically work in rotating shifts to ensure proper rest periods and support, and strong camaraderie is fostered to help crew members cope with the isolation and unique work environment. Employers also provide comprehensive safety gear, regular drills, and mental health resources to support workers’ well-being.

What is the difference between Oil Rig Work vs Oil Platform Technician?

AspectOil Rig WorkOil Platform Technician
CertificationsBasic safety training, H2S, BOSIETSimilar safety certifications, plus technical skills
Work EnvironmentOffshore rigs, harsh conditions, remote locationsOil platforms, on-site maintenance and operations
Job FocusGeneral rig operations, drilling supportEquipment maintenance, troubleshooting, technical repairs
Employer & IndustryOil & gas companies, offshore drillingOil & gas companies, offshore facilities

Oil Rig Work involves general support roles on offshore drilling rigs, focusing on operations and safety. Oil Platform Technicians specialize in maintaining and repairing equipment on oil platforms. Both roles require safety certifications and involve offshore work, but technicians have a more technical focus on equipment maintenance.

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Infographic showing various Oil Rig Work job openings in Boston, MA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 96% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% In-person, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,272 per year, or $24.6 per hour.

Field Service Technician - Central New Jersey

The businesses of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany

Burlington, MA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Work Your Magic with us!Start your next chapter and join MilliporeSigma.

Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you've got big plans - so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people's lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.

This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US.


Your Role:

MilliporeSigma is hiring a Field Service Technician. In this role,you will play a crucial role in our mission to deliver exceptional technical support and expertise to our customers. You will have the opportunity to work with state-of-the-art equipment and technologies, providing on-site solutions and ensuring the optimal performance of our products.

You will be responsible for the installation, repair, preventative maintenance, and qualification of water purification systems throughout the New Jersey area. You will also be responsible for providing backup support to neighboring territories as required.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide professional service on a timely basis (PMs in month they are due, installs completed within two weeks from site being ready, repairs as requested by customer and perform system validations/qualifications, as required, response time ranging from 24 hour onsite up to 2 weeks) respecting all customer on-site rules and regulations including good on-site housekeeping practices
  • Accurate and detailed completion of Work Orders and related documentation. Close Work Orders daily.
  • Provide customers with appropriate documentation of work completed, including but not limited to: Service Report, Meter Verification Report, Routine Maintenance, etc.
  • Maintain an accurate daily schedule for internal visibility, communicate to customers ahead of time and adapt to repairs. Maintain timely, courteous, effective, and professional communications between all customers, internal and external.
  • Notify Manager when schedule is impacting customer satisfaction and/or unable to complete work in requested time frame
  • Maintain physical consignment inventory in accordance with SOP (within suggestion value limits and maintain accuracy compared to actual and documented inventory)
  • Maintain tools and test equipment in proper working order and calibration. Tools include minor power tools, hand tools, etc. Test equipment includes meters used for verification/qualification procedures.
  • Generate leads for new hardware, consumables, accessories, and service contracts via the current CRM tool
  • Assist with custom engineered system installations with support of the Supervisor, Manager, and/or Custom Systems Team

This position will include overnight travel on occasion. Will also include additional travel within expanded territory, for training, team meetings and coverage/support for other territories. Company vehicle will be provided. Expense reports to be submitted every two weeks.

Shift may include work outside of normal business hours as business needs dictate, including overtime. Customer base includes clinical customers who at times require emergency service during nights, weekends, and holidays.

Physical Attributes:

  • Lifting 66 pounds without assistance; moving and maneuvering up to 165 pounds with assistance
  • Pushing and pulling using force up to 60 pounds
  • Sitting, Standing, Walking, Reaching arms overhead, Bending, Turning/Twisting, Kneeling, Squatting, Crawling, Climbing, Reaching out and up, Turning wrist, Grasping, Pinching, Manipulating fingers
  • Moving by lifting floor to waist, waist to shoulder, waist to floor, and lower overhead to shoulder, shoulder to waist and overhead to shoulder, carry, push and pull
  • Occasionally wear a half mask respirator
  • Visual acuity involving 20/40 corrected vision or better in each and both eyes with the ability to distinguish red, green and yellow colors


Who You Are:

Minimum Qualifications:

  • High School diploma or GED
  • 3+ years of field service experience, skilled trade expertise, mechanical proficiency, plumbing capabilities, technical skills, or military electronics experience

OR

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering or other Engineering field

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Associates degree or completion of a Trade School program
  • Electronics background/experience
  • Ability to read and understand technical documents
  • Proficient with tools and test equipment.Tools include basic precision hand tools, voltage meter, basic power tools, drills, etc. Test equipment includes test boxes for qualifications, meters for verifications, etc.
  • Strong technical acumen, with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex equipment issues
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a customer-focused approach. Ability to handle difficult customers and situations
  • Proactive, collaborative, and adaptable, with a passion for delivering outstanding service and exceeding customer expectations
  • Excellent documentation skills aligning with quality management systems
  • Basic IT skills (i.e. ability to use computer for inter-equipment communications, uploading software from computer to the systems, use of iPad and iPhone, etc.). Ability to use field service software
  • Ability to work independently with little to no supervision

Pay Range for this position: $30.00 - $45.00/hour

The offer range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base pay compensation for this position. The actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level of experience, education, skills, and other job-related factors. Position may be eligible for sales or performance-based bonuses. Benefits offered by the Company include health insurance, paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, and other perquisites. For more information clickhere.

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What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!

Apply now and become a part of a team that is dedicated to Sparking Discovery and Elevating Humanity!

Employment Type: FULL_TIME