Roustabouts (Oil and Gas)

Top 3 Roustabout Jobs

  • Groundsman / Laborer Columbus, Ohio - RJ Corman Railroad Group - Columbus,OH

    Groundsman / Laborer Columbus, Ohio Opportunity to travel extensively and work outside. Operate heavy or specialized equipment (i.e. Sideboom, Track Loader, Excavator, Vac Truck, Grapple Truck, etc.). Guaranteed 40 hours per week with...

  • Site Development Project Manager in Columbus - Energy Jobline ZR - Columbus,OH

    Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We have an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals, 400,000+ monthly advertised global energy and engineering jobs, and work with the leading...

  • Produce Associate - Walmart - Columbus,OH

    Position Summary... Why do our members choose to purchase fruits & vegetables at Sam's Club? Our members tell us one of the biggest reasons is they get quality & fresh food at low cost. As a part of our produce team, you'll...

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What Roustabouts Do

Assemble or repair oil field equipment using hand and power tools. Perform other tasks as needed.


Roustabout Salaries

  • 2020 employment: 43,500
  • May 2021 median annual wage: $38,920

Job Outlook for Roustabouts

Projected employment change, 2020-30:

  • Number of new jobs: 12,900
  • Growth rate: 30 percent (Much faster than average)

How to Become a Roustabout

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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