Rotary Drill Operators (Oil and Gas)

Top 3 Rotary Drill Operator Jobs

  • Automotive Fleet Mechanic C - Transdev - Columbus,OH

    Transdev in Columbus, Ohio is seeking a C-Level Diesel Mechanic to bolster our team that is working with our COTA contract. This role demands expertise in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining diesel engines across various vehicles and equipment.

  • RETAIL DISTRICT MANAGER UNASSIGNED COLUMBUS, OH (FUTURE GROWTH) - Dollar General - Columbus,OH

    Work Where You Matter At Dollar General, our mission is Serving Others! We value each and every one of our employees. Whether you are looking to launch a new career in one of our many convenient Store locations, Distribution Centers, Store...

  • Warehouse Equipment Operator - $18.50/hr - Victoria's Secret - Grove City,OH

    The current base salary for this position is $18.50/hr. In addition, we offer the following incentives: * $300 Certification Bonus when training is completed * Paid holidays beginning on day one * Up to 40% discount on all of our...

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What Rotary drill operators Do

Set up or operate a variety of drills to remove underground oil and gas, or remove core samples for testing during oil and gas exploration. Excludes Earth Drillers, Except Oil and Gas.


Rotary drill operator Salaries

  • 2020 employment: 15,200
  • May 2021 median annual wage: $56,380

Job Outlook for Rotary drill operators

Projected employment change, 2020-30:

  • Number of new jobs: 4,000
  • Growth rate: 26 percent (Much faster than average)

How to Become a Rotary drill operator

Education and training:

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

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