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Tetra Tech

Driller - Orlando

Orlando, FL · On-site

$21.50 - $29.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Maintain drill rig equipment * Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications: * CDL Class A license a plus * A minimum of 2 years geotechnical drilling experience is required * Mechanical skills ...

Tetra Tech

Driller - Tampa

Tampa, FL · On-site

$21.75 - $29.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Maintain drill rig equipment * Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications: * CDL Class A license a plus * A minimum of 2 years geotechnical drilling experience is required * Mechanical skills ...

Tetra Tech, Inc.

Driller - Miami

Hialeah, FL · On-site

$20.75 - $28.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Maintain drill rig equipment * Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications: * CDL Class A license a plus * A minimum of 2 years geotechnical drilling experience is required * Mechanical skills ...

Tetra Tech, Inc.

Driller - Orlando

Orlando, FL · On-site

$21.50 - $29.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Maintain drill rig equipment * Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications: * CDL Class A license a plus * A minimum of 2 years geotechnical drilling experience is required * Mechanical skills ...

Tetra Tech

Driller - Orlando

Orlando, FL · On-site

$21.50 - $29.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Maintain drill rig equipment * Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications: * CDL Class A license a plus * A minimum of 2 years geotechnical drilling experience is required * Mechanical skills ...

Tetra Tech

Driller - Tampa

Tampa, FL · On-site

$21.75 - $29.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Maintain drill rig equipment * Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications: * CDL Class A license a plus * A minimum of 2 years geotechnical drilling experience is required * Mechanical skills ...

Tetra Tech

Driller - Miami

Hialeah, FL

$20.75 - $28.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Maintain drill rig equipment * Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications: * CDL Class A license a plus * A minimum of 2 years geotechnical drilling experience is required * Mechanical skills ...

CRH

Ready Mix Driver

Hernando, FL

$20.50 - $25.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

However, in between, the driver must hose down the rig to keep it clean. The driver also must walk ... May oil, grease, service and make normal operating adjustments to equipment. May perform other ...

PALMDALE OIL COMPANY LLC

Tankwagon Nighttime Driver

Orlando, FL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Palmdale Oil procures its fuel supply from various terminals on both coasts of the state of Florida. Palmdale Oil has an immediate opening for a Nighttime CDL Class B Driver with X Endorsement (Haz ...

PALMDALE OIL COMPANY LLC

Tankwagon Nighttime Driver

Orlando, FL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Palmdale Oil procures its fuel supply from various terminals on both coasts of the state of Florida. Palmdale Oil has an immediate opening for a Nighttime CDL Class B Driver with X Endorsement (Haz ...

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As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for oil rig in Florida is $16.96, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $11.88 and $21.39 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

Working on an oil rig presents unique challenges such as long shifts, remote locations, and exposure to harsh weather conditions. Team members often work in rotating shifts (e.g., two weeks on, two weeks off), which can impact work-life balance. Safety is a top priority, with regular drills and strict protocols to minimize risks from heavy machinery and hazardous materials. Strong teamwork and communication are essential, as crews must collaborate closely to ensure operations run smoothly and safely. Most companies provide thorough training, support services, and modern amenities to help staff manage these challenges.

What is the difference between Oil Rig vs Oil Platform Worker?

AspectOil RigOil Platform Worker
CredentialsCertifications in safety, welding, and technical skillsSafety training, technical certifications often required
Work EnvironmentOffshore, mobile, often in harsh weatherOffshore platform, fixed or semi-permanent structures
Employer & Industry UsageUsed interchangeably in industry, referring to offshore drilling unitsRefers to personnel working on oil platforms

Both 'Oil Rig' and 'Oil Platform Worker' relate to offshore oil extraction. An oil rig is the structure used for drilling, while an oil platform worker is the personnel operating on these structures. Understanding the distinction helps in job searches and industry comprehension.

What is an oil rig worker?

Oil rig jobs include semi-skilled workers who operate on the rig deck, specialists who work on machinery for drilling, and drillers and assistants who handle the controls of the drill in a control room. On offshore rigs, crews may include medics, mechanics, welders, and cooks. Management-level staff on oil and gas industry rigs include tool pushers, who work in the rig office, and offshore installation managers, whose duties involve overseeing the entire rig operation. Geologists who work on an oil rig collect samples during operations, otherwise known as “mud logging.”

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Infographic showing various Oil Rig job openings in Florida as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 4% Nights. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $35,268 per year, or $17 per hour.

Driller - Orlando

Tetra Tech

Orlando, FL • On-site

$21.50 - $29.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 17 days ago

Tetra Tech rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 42 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

402nd of 447 rated engineering

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Description
Ardaman & Associates, Inc. is one of the largest geotechnical engineering and materials testing consulting firms in the Southeastern U.S. Over our history, we have worked on more than 150,000 projects throughout the Southeast, the U.S., and worldwide. This vast list of project experience includes services for virtually every type of public and private client associated with industrial, commercial and infrastructure projects.
Ardaman has the following opportunity available:
DRILLER - ORLANDO
Perform soil test borings and obtain accurate logs and soil samples for laboratory analysis and engineering evaluations. Work is outdoors in all weather conditions. The work is generally physically demanding.
Responsibilities:
  • Safety conscience in all aspects of work
  • Operate drilling equipment such as rotary wash and auger drill rig
  • Obtain SPT, Auger and Core samples
  • Keep accurate and detailed records
  • Classify soils in the field
  • Prepare field boring logs
  • Measure water levels at test boring locations
  • Install monitoring wells and piezometers
  • Maintain drill rig equipment
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:
  • CDL Class A license a plus
  • A minimum of 2 years geotechnical drilling experience is required
  • Mechanical skills preferred
  • Must have or be able to obtain a DOT medical examiner's certificate prior to employment
  • Must pass company background checks including drug screen
  • Must have an excellent driving record within company standards

We offer a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, 401(k) with company match, and much more.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Ardaman is a wholly owned subsidiary of Tetra Tech, who is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans. Ardaman is a Drug Free Workplace.
We invite applications from all interested parties. No agencies.
Learn about Ardaman and explore our open positions at www.ardaman.com
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