Derrick Operators (Oil and Gas)

Top 3 Derrick Operator Jobs

  • Production Packaging Associate - Altium Packaging LLC. - Columbus,OH

    Location Address:1917 Joyce Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43219Work Shift:12hr B Shift 7p-7:30A Sat-Sun Columbus (United States of America)The Production Packaging Associate is an entry level position, responsible for proper packaging of materials and...

  • LABORER (1st or 2nd shift) - HR4Me - Columbus,OH

    Position Summary: Works day-to-day on assigned plumbing, fire protection, or other assigned tasks. Assists with all work on a project such as, but not limited to: lifting, carrying, sorting, loading, unloading of material as well as cleaning of...

  • Construction Laborers - NSC - Columbus,OH

    Job Title: Entry-Level Cable Technician Location: Columbus, OH Pay Rate: $22-24/HR Company Summary: Our client is a proven leader in the...

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What Derrick operators Do

Rig derrick equipment and operate pumps to circulate mud or fluid through drill hole.


Derrick operator Salaries

  • 2020 employment: 9,000
  • May 2021 median annual wage: $47,230

Job Outlook for Derrick operators

Projected employment change, 2020-30:

  • Number of new jobs: 2,700
  • Growth rate: 30 percent (Much faster than average)

How to Become a Derrick operator

Education and training:

  • Typical entry-level education: No formal educational credential
  • Work experience in a related occupation: None
  • Typical on-the-job training: Short-term on-the-job training

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