Work on the rig floor during tripping operations as directed by the Driller. Operate pipe handling equipment on the drilling location. Maintain good housekeeping on the drilling location to include ...
Work on the rig floor during tripping operations as directed by the Driller. Operate pipe handling equipment on the drilling location. Maintain good housekeeping on the drilling location to include ...
Floorhand
Odessa, TX · On-site
$28/hr
Work on the rig floor during tripping operations as directed by the Driller. * Operate pipe handling equipment on the drilling location. * Maintain good housekeeping on the drilling location to ...
Floorhand
Odessa, TX · On-site
$28/hr
Work on the rig floor during tripping operations as directed by the Driller. * Operate pipe handling equipment on the drilling location. * Maintain good housekeeping on the drilling location to ...
Derrickhand, Drilling
Odessa, TX · On-site
Work on and above the drilling floor, ensuring the usage of proper safety equipment (and, with regard to Drilling operations, guide drill pipe during the tripping process); * Assign junior crew ...
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Derrickhand, Drilling
Odessa, TX · On-site
Work on and above the drilling floor, ensuring the usage of proper safety equipment (and, with regard to Drilling operations, guide drill pipe during the tripping process); * Assign junior crew ...
Derrickhand, Drilling
Odessa, TX · On-site
Work on and above the drilling floor, ensuring the usage of proper safety equipment (and, with regard to Drilling operations, guide drill pipe during the tripping process); * Assign junior crew ...
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Derrickhand, Drilling
Odessa, TX · On-site
Work on and above the drilling floor, ensuring the usage of proper safety equipment (and, with regard to Drilling operations, guide drill pipe during the tripping process); * Assign junior crew ...
WTX - FLOORHAND I
Odessa, TX · On-site
Work on the rig floor during tripping operations as directed by the Driller. Operate pipe handling equipment on the drilling location. Maintain good housekeeping on the drilling location to include ...
WTX - FLOORHAND I
Odessa, TX · On-site
Work on the rig floor during tripping operations as directed by the Driller. Operate pipe handling equipment on the drilling location. Maintain good housekeeping on the drilling location to include ...
Derrickhand
Weston, WV · On-site
Work above the drilling floor, on the monkey board, guiding the pipe during the tripping in/tripping out process, ensuring to wear proper safety equipment. * Assist in moving the rig, rigging up and ...
Derrickhand
Weston, WV · On-site
Work above the drilling floor, on the monkey board, guiding the pipe during the tripping in/tripping out process, ensuring to wear proper safety equipment. * Assist in moving the rig, rigging up and ...
Motorhand
Odessa, TX · On-site
$31/hr
Work on the rig floor during tripping operations as directed by the Driller. * Operate pipe handling equipment on the drilling location. * Maintain good housekeeping on the drilling location to ...
Motorhand
Odessa, TX · On-site
$31/hr
Work on the rig floor during tripping operations as directed by the Driller. * Operate pipe handling equipment on the drilling location. * Maintain good housekeeping on the drilling location to ...
Motorhand
$31/hr
Work on the rig floor during tripping operations as directed by the Driller. * Operate pipe handling equipment on the drilling location. * Maintain good housekeeping on the drilling location to ...
Motorhand
$31/hr
Work on the rig floor during tripping operations as directed by the Driller. * Operate pipe handling equipment on the drilling location. * Maintain good housekeeping on the drilling location to ...
Pile Driver
North Charleston, SC · On-site
... concrete, pipe, H-piling, timber, and steel sheet piling. * Perform site preparation for ... lofting and tripping of the pile to be driven, engagement of pile hammer onto the pile, pile ...
Pile Driver
North Charleston, SC · On-site
... concrete, pipe, H-piling, timber, and steel sheet piling. * Perform site preparation for ... lofting and tripping of the pile to be driven, engagement of pile hammer onto the pile, pile ...
Laborer
Morgantown, WV · On-site
$17.20/hr
Tripping or slipping due to terrain and weather conditions, traffic accidents when working to remove snow and ice, and earth or brick cave-ins when laying pipe or working in manholes or drops. Fire ...
Laborer
Morgantown, WV · On-site
$17.20/hr
Tripping or slipping due to terrain and weather conditions, traffic accidents when working to remove snow and ice, and earth or brick cave-ins when laying pipe or working in manholes or drops. Fire ...
Ordinary Seaman
Houston, TX · On-site
... to prevent tripping and slipping hazards. * Keeps marine tools in good condition, properly ... Assists in the care and protection of drill pipes, marine riser joints, and other tubular using ...
Ordinary Seaman
Houston, TX · On-site
... to prevent tripping and slipping hazards. * Keeps marine tools in good condition, properly ... Assists in the care and protection of drill pipes, marine riser joints, and other tubular using ...
Laborer
Morgantown, WV · On-site
$17.20/hr
Tripping or slipping due to terrain and weather conditions, traffic accidents when working to remove snow and ice, and earth or brick cave-ins when laying pipe or working in manholes or drops. Fire ...
Laborer
Morgantown, WV · On-site
$17.20/hr
Tripping or slipping due to terrain and weather conditions, traffic accidents when working to remove snow and ice, and earth or brick cave-ins when laying pipe or working in manholes or drops. Fire ...
Laborer
Morgantown, WV · On-site
$17.20/hr
Tripping or slipping due to terrain and weather conditions, traffic accidents when working to remove snow and ice, and earth or brick cave-ins when laying pipe or working in manholes or drops. Fire ...
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Laborer
Morgantown, WV · On-site
$17.20/hr
Tripping or slipping due to terrain and weather conditions, traffic accidents when working to remove snow and ice, and earth or brick cave-ins when laying pipe or working in manholes or drops. Fire ...
... to prevent tripping and slipping hazards. * Keeps marine tools in good condition, properly ... Assists in the care and protection of drill pipes, marine riser joints, and other tubular using ...
... to prevent tripping and slipping hazards. * Keeps marine tools in good condition, properly ... Assists in the care and protection of drill pipes, marine riser joints, and other tubular using ...
Derrickman
Anchorage, AK · On-site
The Derrickman works off the racking platform in the derrick during the tripping of drill pipe and collars. They may be latching or unlatching elevators from pipe, racking or unracking sequentially ...
Derrickman
Anchorage, AK · On-site
The Derrickman works off the racking platform in the derrick during the tripping of drill pipe and collars. They may be latching or unlatching elevators from pipe, racking or unracking sequentially ...
Roustabout
Houston, TX · On-site
Cleans up spills and accumulated waste and takes all necessary actions to prevent tripping and ... Assists in the care and protection of drill pipes, and other tubular using such items as brushes ...
Roustabout
Houston, TX · On-site
Cleans up spills and accumulated waste and takes all necessary actions to prevent tripping and ... Assists in the care and protection of drill pipes, and other tubular using such items as brushes ...
Pile Driver
Beaufort, SC · On-site
... concrete, pipe, H-piling, timber, and steel sheet piling. * Perform site preparation for ... lofting and tripping of the pile to be driven, engagement of pile hammer onto the pile, pile ...
Pile Driver
Beaufort, SC · On-site
... concrete, pipe, H-piling, timber, and steel sheet piling. * Perform site preparation for ... lofting and tripping of the pile to be driven, engagement of pile hammer onto the pile, pile ...
Pile Driver
Pensacola, FL · On-site
... concrete, pipe, H-piling, timber, and steel sheet piling. * Perform site preparation for ... lofting and tripping of the pile to be driven, engagement of pile hammer onto the pile, pile ...
Pile Driver
Pensacola, FL · On-site
... concrete, pipe, H-piling, timber, and steel sheet piling. * Perform site preparation for ... lofting and tripping of the pile to be driven, engagement of pile hammer onto the pile, pile ...
Pile Driver
Channelview, TX · On-site
... concrete, pipe, H-piling, timber, and steel sheet piling. * Perform site preparation for ... lofting and tripping of the pile to be driven, engagement of pile hammer onto the pile, pile ...
Pile Driver
Channelview, TX · On-site
... concrete, pipe, H-piling, timber, and steel sheet piling. * Perform site preparation for ... lofting and tripping of the pile to be driven, engagement of pile hammer onto the pile, pile ...
Pile Driver
Brownsville, TX · On-site
... concrete, pipe, H-piling, timber, and steel sheet piling. * Perform site preparation for ... lofting and tripping of the pile to be driven, engagement of pile hammer onto the pile, pile ...
Pile Driver
Brownsville, TX · On-site
... concrete, pipe, H-piling, timber, and steel sheet piling. * Perform site preparation for ... lofting and tripping of the pile to be driven, engagement of pile hammer onto the pile, pile ...
Tripping Pipe information
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$16.35 - $19.14
3% of jobs
$19.14 - $21.94
2% of jobs
$21.94 - $24.74
7% of jobs
$27.48 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$24.74 - $27.53
13% of jobs
$27.53 - $30.33
17% of jobs
The median wage is $32.24 / hr.
$30.33 - $33.13
12% of jobs
$33.13 - $35.93
13% of jobs
$37.85 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$35.93 - $38.72
13% of jobs
$38.72 - $41.52
11% of jobs
$41.52 - $44.32
7% of jobs
$44.32 - $47.12
3% of jobs
$16
$33
$47
How much do tripping pipe jobs pay per hour?
As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for tripping pipe in the United States is $33.50, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $27.64 and $38.94 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What does a typical shift look like for someone working as a tripping pipe on a drilling rig?
A typical shift for a Tripping Pipe involves working as part of a crew to remove (trip out) or insert (trip in) drill pipe and other equipment from the wellbore to support drilling or maintenance operations. The work is physically demanding, often performed outdoors and in rotating shifts, including nights or weekends, depending on the drilling schedule. Safety is a top priority, and responsibilities include operating rig tools, following safety protocols, and maintaining equipment under the supervision of a driller or rig manager. Tripping Pipe hands often gain valuable experience that can lead to advanced positions such as derrick hand or driller with time and proven reliability.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the tripping pipe position, and why are they important?
To thrive in a Tripping Pipe role, you need strong physical fitness, mechanical aptitude, and experience with oilfield operations or related training. Familiarity with well servicing equipment, rig tools, and adherence to safety regulations like HSE standards is essential. Teamwork, good communication, and attention to detail are important soft skills for efficient and safe pipe handling. These skills ensure smooth operations, minimize safety risks, and contribute to overall rig productivity.
What is a tripping pipe?
A Tripping Pipe job involves the process of removing or inserting drill pipe, tubing, or casing from a wellbore. This is done to change the drill bit, perform maintenance, or adjust well conditions. Tripping is a critical task in drilling operations that requires coordination and attention to safety. Workers handling tripping pipe must follow strict procedures to prevent accidents and ensure efficient operations. This role is essential in oil and gas drilling to maintain well integrity and optimize performance.
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Job description
The Floorhands job is to safely and efficiently provide the manual labor required to operate the equipment on the drilling rig floor. This includes the operation of tongs and use of drilling slips to assemble and disassemble drilling pipe and collars, operation of hoists to raise/lower equipment and personnel as well as hand tools, sledge hammers and large pipe wrenches to maintain and repair equipment. The Floorhand participates in a variety of activities in repairing, maintaining and cleaning the rig equipment. This may include chipping and painting, the physical movement of equipment, the mixing of chemicals and the greasing, oiling and washing of equipment, walls and floors. The Floorhand performs these tasks under the close supervision of the Driller.Nabors is a leading provider of advanced technology for the energy industry. With operations in about 20 countries, Nabors has established a global network of people, technology and equipment to deploy solutions that deliver safe, efficient and responsible hydrocarbon production. By leveraging its core competencies, particularly in drilling, engineering, automation, data science and manufacturing, Nabors aims to innovate the future of energy and enable the transition to a lower carbon world.
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High School diploma or equivalentUnderstand the requirements of the Company Management System (to include policies, procedures, and expectations) and perform duties in accordance with them.Propose recommendations for improvements to the Company Management System or practices.Understand that everyone has the responsibility, authority, and obligation to interrupt an operation if a condition or behavior is observed which could cause harm to people, assets or the environment and act on understanding as required. (Stop work authority)Identify hazards in the workplace and report them to the Driller. Participate in pre-tour and pre-task meetings. Work under the direction of the Driller and/or Rig Manager. Perform maintenance and repairs on rig equipment as directed by the Driller.Work on the rig floor during tripping operations as directed by the Driller. Operate pipe handling equipment on the drilling location. Maintain good housekeeping on the drilling location to include rig components, offices and accommodations. Report incidents, equipment failures, system failures and abnormalities as per Company procedures. Train and mentor new Floorhands as they are assigned to the rig.