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Wagman, Inc.

Large Diameter Drill Operator

Norfolk, VA · On-site

$28/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Supervise drill rig helpers * Responsible for safety policies and required to wear PPE Job Benefits: Wagman wants to keep employees and their families happy and healthy and offers a comprehensive ...

Wagman, Inc.

Large Diameter Drill Operator

Norfolk, VA · On-site

$28/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Supervise drill rig helpers * Responsible for safety policies and required to wear PPE Job Benefits: Wagman wants to keep employees and their families happy and healthy and offers a comprehensive ...

Wagman, Inc.

Large Diameter Drill Operator

Norfolk, VA · On-site

$28/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Supervise drill rig helpers * Responsible for safety policies and required to wear PPE Job Benefits: Wagman wants to keep employees and their families happy and healthy and offers a comprehensive ...

Wagman, Inc.

Large Diameter Drill Operator

Norfolk, VA · On-site

$28/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Supervise drill rig helpers * Responsible for safety policies and required to wear PPE Job Benefits: Wagman wants to keep employees and their families happy and healthy and offers a comprehensive ...

Wagman, Inc.

Large Diameter Drill Operator

Norfolk, VA · On-site

$28 - $38/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Supervise drill rig helpers * Responsible for safety policies and required to wear PPE Job Benefits: Wagman wants to keep employees and their families happy and healthy and offers a comprehensive ...

Boart Longyear

Driller - Eastern Coring

Wytheville, VA · On-site

$22.50 - $30.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

For over 135 years, Boart Longyear has helped people build safe, stable careers with the opportunity to support their families and plan for secure futures. You've mastered the rig. Now choose the ...

Wagman, Inc.

Skilled Laborer/Certified Welder

Richmond, VA · On-site

$20 - $27/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... helpful Special Skills: Welding exp or certification preferred, drill rig experience/knowledge preferred Travel Requirement: Willing to travel: VA and MD Geotechnical Skilled Laborer Travel: required ...

BAE Systems

Rigger - 2nd Shift

Virginia Beach, VA · On-site

$29 - $35/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... rig • Transport hub - trailer/boom dolly (Preferred) • Assist in proper sling/grommet hook up ... Knowledge of job planning and executing, proper gear selection, leading helpers and handypersons ...

BAE Systems

Rigger - 1st

Virginia Beach, VA · On-site

$22.25 - $28.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... rig • Transport hub - trailer/boom dolly (Preferred) • Assist in proper sling/grommet hook up ... Knowledge of job planning and executing, proper gear selection, leading helpers and handypersons ...

BAE Systems

Rigger - 1st-Norfolk,Virginia

Norfolk, VA

$23.25 - $30/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... rig • Transport hub - trailer/boom dolly (Preferred) • Assist in proper sling/grommet hook up ... Knowledge of job planning and executing, proper gear selection, leading helpers and handypersons ...

BAE Systems

Rigger

Norfolk, VA · On-site

$41K - $74K/yr

... rig • Transport hub - trailer/boom dolly (Preferred) • Assist in proper sling/grommet hook up ... Knowledge of job planning and executing, proper gear selection, leading helpers and handypersons ...

BAE Systems

Rigger - 2nd Shift

Hampton, VA · On-site

$29 - $35/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... rig • Transport hub - trailer/boom dolly (Preferred) • Assist in proper sling/grommet hook up ... Knowledge of job planning and executing, proper gear selection, leading helpers and handypersons ...

BAE Systems

Rigger - 2nd Shift-Norfolk,Virginia

Norfolk, VA · On-site

$29 - $35/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... rig • Transport hub - trailer/boom dolly (Preferred) • Assist in proper sling/grommet hook up ... Knowledge of job planning and executing, proper gear selection, leading helpers and handypersons ...

BAE Systems

Rigger - 2nd Shift

Newport News, VA · On-site

$29 - $35/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... rig • Transport hub - trailer/boom dolly (Preferred) • Assist in proper sling/grommet hook up ... Knowledge of job planning and executing, proper gear selection, leading helpers and handypersons ...

BAE Systems

Rigger - 1st

Virginia Beach, VA · On-site

$22.75 - $29.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... rig • Transport hub - trailer/boom dolly (Preferred) • Assist in proper sling/grommet hook up ... Knowledge of job planning and executing, proper gear selection, leading helpers and handypersons ...

BAE Systems

Rigger - 2nd Shift

Virginia Beach, VA · On-site

$29 - $35/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... rig • Transport hub - trailer/boom dolly (Preferred) • Assist in proper sling/grommet hook up ... Knowledge of job planning and executing, proper gear selection, leading helpers and handypersons ...

BAE Systems

Rigger - 1st

Norfolk, VA · On-site

$23.25 - $30/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... rig • Transport hub - trailer/boom dolly (Preferred) • Assist in proper sling/grommet hook up ... Knowledge of job planning and executing, proper gear selection, leading helpers and handypersons ...

BAE Systems

Rigger - 1st

Chesapeake, VA · On-site

$22 - $28.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... rig • Transport hub - trailer/boom dolly (Preferred) • Assist in proper sling/grommet hook up ... Knowledge of job planning and executing, proper gear selection, leading helpers and handypersons ...

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How much do rig helper jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for rig helper in Virginia is $16.30, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.28 and $17.40 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What qualifications do I need to work on the rig?

To work as a rig helper, candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent and must complete safety training such as OSHA or BOSIET certifications. Physical fitness, the ability to work in challenging environments, and willingness to work long shifts are also important qualifications.
What are the most commonly searched types of Rig jobs in Virginia? The most popular types of Rig jobs in Virginia are:
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Infographic showing various Rig Helper job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,897 per year, or $16.3 per hour.

Driller Helper

Connelly and Associates,

Culpeper, VA • On-site

$20 - $22/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 11 days ago

Job description

Geotechnical Driller Helper is assistant to the Driller. This is a manual labor position that involves heavy lifting and shoveling. The Helper may be responsible for loading the truck, keeping the tool boxes organized, driving the truck to and from the job site, maintaining the housekeeping of the job site, lifting augers for the drill rig, writing soil boring logs and additional tasks as assigned or requested.