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Shop Technician

Imperial, PA · On-site

Be in direct contact with Senior Shop Tech or Supervisor to ensure jobs are completed with the highest degree of service quality * Provide feedback to Shop Manager on tool performance * Ensure all ...

JONAH ENERGY LLC

Operations Engineer

Pinedale, WY · On-site

$64K - $87K/yr

... senior engineers and field leadership as needed. * Contribute to a positive work environment ... Coordinate completion and workover activities to ensure projects are executed safely, on schedule ...

WORKOVER SOLUTIONS INC

Shop Technician

Imperial, PA

Be in direct contact with Senior Shop Tech or Supervisor to ensure jobs are completed with the highest degree of service quality * Provide feedback to Shop Manager on tool performance * Ensure all ...

Crescent Energy

Operations Engineer

Midland, TX · On-site

$68K - $92K/yr

Partner with Production Engineers to evaluate workover candidates, artificial lift changes, and ... Prepare and present monthly performance summaries to senior management outlining production gains ...

Crescent Energy

Operations Engineer

Midland, TX

$68K - $92K/yr

Partner with Production Engineers to evaluate workover candidates, artificial lift changes, and ... Prepare and present monthly performance summaries to senior management outlining production gains ...

Chevron

2026-2027 Land Intern

Midland, TX · On-site

$31.75 - $48/hr

Perform title research and analysis for exploration, development, workover, and plug and ... Present your project and key learnings to senior leadership at the conclusion of the internship ...

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How much do senior workover jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior workover in the United States is $80,287.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41,500.00 and $103,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges Senior Workover professionals face when coordinating multi-disciplinary teams during well intervention projects?

Senior Workover professionals often encounter challenges related to communication and alignment when managing multi-disciplinary teams, including drilling engineers, safety officers, and field technicians. Ensuring that everyone is updated on operational changes, safety protocols, and project timelines requires strong leadership and organizational skills. Balancing technical objectives with safety and regulatory compliance can be demanding, especially in fast-paced environments. Successful Senior Workover professionals proactively facilitate collaboration, hold regular briefings, and maintain clear documentation to keep projects on track.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Senior Workover, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Senior Workover, you need extensive experience in oil and gas well servicing operations, a strong understanding of well intervention techniques, and relevant vocational training or certifications. Familiarity with workover rigs, well control equipment, and safety management systems like IWCF or IADC is essential. Leadership, decision-making, and effective communication are critical soft skills for managing teams and coordinating with multiple stakeholders on site. These skills and qualifications are vital to ensure safe, efficient, and successful workover operations in often high-risk environments.

What is a Senior Workover and what do they do?

A Senior Workover is an experienced professional in the oil and gas industry responsible for overseeing workover operations, which involve the maintenance, repair, or enhancement of existing oil or gas wells. Their duties include planning and supervising workover projects, ensuring safety standards are met, coordinating with teams, and troubleshooting any issues that arise during well interventions. They play a crucial role in extending the life of wells, optimizing production, and ensuring operational efficiency. Senior Workovers typically have extensive field experience and a strong background in well servicing and engineering.

What is the difference between Senior Workover vs Workover Rig Operator?

AspectSenior WorkoverWorkover Rig Operator
CredentialsExperience, certifications in well servicingCertifications in rig operation, safety training
Work EnvironmentOffshore/onshore oil wells, well servicing sitesOperating drilling and workover rigs on-site
Employer & IndustryOil & gas companies, service contractorsOil & gas drilling companies, service providers

The Senior Workover typically has more experience and oversees well servicing operations, while the Workover Rig Operator focuses on operating the equipment during well interventions. Both roles are essential in well maintenance but differ in responsibilities and seniority.

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Infographic showing various Senior Workover job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $80,287 per year, or $38.6 per hour.
Sr. Hydrographic Technician (Can reside anywhere in the US)

Sr. Hydrographic Technician (Can reside anywhere in the US)

Oceaneering International, Inc.

Morgan City, LA • On-site

$16.75 - $23/hr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 29 days ago

Oceaneering rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 22 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

324th of 430 rated machine equipment manufacturers

Job description


The Sr. Hydrographic Technician is the expert in and leads other in operating AUV and Geophysical and Geotechnical equipment in a safe and efficient manner, and maintaining and repairing all electronic, electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems and sub-systems associated with same including component repair, replacement, and troubleshooting.
Offshore position located in the Gulf of Mexico and other remote global locations. Ability to travel domestically and overseas as assigned.
Responsibilities
  • Expert in and leads other in operating equipment to include cameras (video and still), acoustic positioning systems, sonars, manipulators (robotic arms), LARS (Launch and Recovery Systems), hydraulic power units, complex subsea tooling, surface, and subsea workover systems.
  • Expert in and leads other in performing maintenance/repairs on equipment: maintain/ repair electronics, maintain/ repair hydraulics, maintain/repair mechanics, use test equipment, calibrate, and align equipment, and perform general housekeeping and corrosion control.
  • Expert in and leads other in operation and interfacing sub-sea navigational equipment including but not limited to magnetic compass, gyro, transducer, sonar, altimeter, and associated survey equipment.
  • Knowledge of Hydrographic Surveyor data collection and analysis process.
  • Expert in and leads other in maintaining parts and supplies inventory associated with all electrical, electronic, mechanical, and hydraulic assemblies and subassemblies.
  • Understanding of AUV technical operations
  • Performs additional responsibilities and tasks as required to support organizational objectives.

Qualifications
REQUIRED
  • Five (5) to Eight (8) years' experience in the Survey or Geoscience industry as a Survey Professional
  • Must have or be able to obtain TWIC card (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) - US
  • Must be able to obtain a valid Passport and any other regionally mandated offshore work requirement documents as appropriate.
  • Must be proficient with with mechanical and electrical equipment

DESIRED
  • High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.
  • Two (2) year Technical Degree or higher in field of study preferred.
  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent desired
  • Current security clearance or ability to obtain security clearance

Working Conditions
  • Outdoors and indoors, day and night, as well as over/near water.
  • Requires working on or near moving equipment and vibrating equipment.
  • Frequently the humidity is above 90%, noise is over 85 decibels and the light is intense/glare.
  • Potential exposure to open fire/flames/sparks.
  • Constant exposure to airborne dust, fumes, and gases.
  • Work surface is stable, height is elevated.

Benefits Statement
We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Employee benefits vary by role, however, may include Health and Wellness, Mental Health, Retirement Savings, Life and Disability, Paid Maternity and Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program.
About Us
Oceaneering is a global provider of engineered services and products, primarily to the offshore energy industry. We develop products and services for use throughout the lifecycle of an offshore oilfield, from drilling to decommissioning. We operate the world's premier fleet of work class ROVs. Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea hardware, and tooling. We also use applied technology expertise to serve the defense, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy industries.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
All qualified candidates will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other non-merit factor.
About the Team
As one of the largest providers of Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs), Oceaneering offers cost-effective, innovative solutions to solve our customers' most complex challenges. With 99% uptime, our vehicles offer tough, reliable service for the full asset life cycle anywhere in the world - from development through to decommissioning. With a focus on secure remote operations, we can assure any operation, including rig moves, subsea monitoring, inspection, and more. With our next generation of subsea vehicles, such as the Liberty™ E-ROV and Freedom™ AUV, we push the boundaries of autonomy and remote work capabilities, using machine learning for better decision making and asset maintenance.

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