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KLX Energy Services

Diesel Engine Mechanic

Union City, OK · On-site

$22 - $29.25/hr

This includes drilling, completions, re-fracing, production, workover, and plug and abandonment. From technical services and wireline to rentals and accommodations, we keep our customers operations ...

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Coil Supervisor

Victoria, TX · On-site

This includes drilling, completions, re-fracing, production, workover, and plug and abandonment. From technical services and wireline to rentals and accommodations, we keep our customers operations ...

KLX Energy Services

Equipment Operator - Cement

Gillette, WY · On-site

$19 - $26/hr

This includes drilling, completions, re-fracing, production, workover, and plug and abandonment. From technical services and wireline to rentals and accommodations, we keep our customers operations ...

KLX Energy Services

Coil Supervisor

Odessa, TX · On-site

This includes drilling, completions, re-fracing, production, workover, and plug and abandonment. From technical services and wireline to rentals and accommodations, we keep our customers operations ...

KLX Energy Services

Fluid Pump Operator

Union City, OK · On-site

This includes drilling, completions, re-fracing, production, workover, and plug and abandonment. From technical services and wireline to rentals and accommodations, we keep our customers operations ...

KLX Energy Services

Service Technician

Bridgeport, WV · On-site

This includes drilling, completions, re-fracing, production, workover, and plug and abandonment. From technical services and wireline to rentals and accommodations, we keep our customers operations ...

KLX Energy Services

Operator - Coil Tubing

Odessa, TX · On-site

$17.75 - $23.25/hr

This includes drilling, completions, re-fracing, production, workover, and plug and abandonment. From technical services and wireline to rentals and accommodations, we keep our customers operations ...

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How much do plug abandonment jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for plug abandonment in the United States is $36.35, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $29.33 and $41.35 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are typical challenges faced in plug abandonment?

Plug abandonment professionals often contend with unpredictable well conditions, legacy infrastructure, and strict environmental regulations, which can complicate the planning and execution of abandonment operations. The job may require quick thinking to troubleshoot issues such as pressure anomalies or equipment malfunctions in real time. Effective collaboration with drilling, environmental, and safety teams is frequently necessary to achieve successful outcomes. Proactively staying informed about evolving regulatory requirements and new technologies can also help professionals stay ahead in this demanding field.

What is plug abandonment?

A Plug Abandonment job involves permanently sealing an oil or gas well that is no longer productive or needed. This process ensures environmental safety by preventing leaks and contamination. It includes setting cement plugs, removing equipment, and restoring the site to regulatory standards. Workers in this role follow strict guidelines and use specialized tools to properly seal the well.

What skills and qualifications are needed for plug abandonment?

To excel in Plug Abandonment, you need a solid understanding of well engineering, oilfield operations, and regulatory compliance, typically backed by experience in the oil and gas industry and relevant certifications like IWCF or Well Control. Familiarity with specialized tools such as cementing units, wireline equipment, and well integrity monitoring systems is essential. Strong problem-solving, teamwork, and communication skills help professionals manage complex projects and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams. These capabilities are critical for ensuring safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible well decommissioning processes.

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Infographic showing various Plug Abandonment job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 5% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 89% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $75,608 per year, or $36.4 per hour.

Career Opportunities: Wellbore Position Specialist (99138)

KLX Energy Services

Willis, TX • On-site

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Re-posted 6 days ago

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Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

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Job description

Wellbore Position Specialist

KLX Energy Services LLC provides a broad range of technical solutions and equipment to our customers. We provide the right people, best equipment and most convenient locations to deliver expert energy services for every phase of the wellsite. This includes drilling, completions, re-fracing, production, workover, and plug and abandonment. From technical services and wireline to rentals and accommodations, we keep our customers operations running economically, effectively and safely.

At KLX, you'll work side-by-side with devoted professionals. You'll enjoy the benefits of a strong and evolving company; such as excellent compensation and benefits packages, limitless opportunities for professional growth, and a voice in shaping our future. All while working in an environment that emphasizes teamwork, integrity, and professionalism.

We are currently seeking a Wellbore Position Specialist for our Willis Tx location.

Purpose:

The Wellbore Positioning Specialist is responsible for providing support to the Directional Department in the development, and execution of directional drilling activities for ongoing wells. By independently collaborating with KLX field personnel and Well Planners, the Wellbore Positioning Specialist will use Landmark COMPASS as well as other relevant software to calculate well trajectories, and monitor anti-collision to ensure customer objectives are met. The Wellbore Positioning Specialist will staff the KLX Real-Time Command Center that operates 24 hours a day. Candidates will work a 2-man night rotation, one week on one week off.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Provide drilling performance analysis including interaction with customer, and field personnel to obtain information as needed.
  • Accountable for timely & accurate Planned vs Actual Reports "PVA."
  • Maintain & update companies survey, and well planning software.
  • Real-time monitoring of anti-collision scans for multiple running rigs.
  • Ensure proper tool codes are utilized for survey management, and anti-collision scans.
  • Generate, prepare and analyze state survey certifications, and End of Well reports.
  • Assist with drafting well designs along with AutoCAD lease line files.
  • Engage in quality control of data received from field personnel.
  • Update department, customer and field databases to ensure consistency.
  • Record and archive customer documentation and correspondence.
  • Maintain well planning logs and daily tracking databases.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Education: High School Diploma/Equivalent
  • Work Experience: 0-2 years
  • Related Experience: Directional Experience, Proficient computer skills in MS Office Suite including Excel, Word, and Outlook as well as other business systems such as AutoCAD and Landmark COMPASS or other equivalent planning software.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Education: Bachelor's Degree
  • Degree Field: Engineering, Mathematics or related field
  • Work Experience: 0-2 years
  • Related Experience: MWD Experience

Physical Requirements:

  • Precise hand/eye coordination: Constantly
  • Basic keyboarding or other repetitive motions: Constantly
  • Operation of heavy equipment or operation of vehicles: Occasionally
  • Lifting/pushing objects weighing over 10lbs: Occasionally
  • Climbing and working in awkward and cramped positions: Not Applicable

EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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