Roustabouts (Oil and Gas)

Top 3 Roustabout Jobs

  • Warehouse General Utility - 12-Hour Night Shift - Columbus, OH - Abbott Laboratories - Columbus,OH

    The role of General Utility, Warehouse is responsible for having a thorough working knowledge of all Plant Material Control and job functions. Should have knowledge of applicable departmental equipment and systems. Some examples include: Forklift,...

  • Full Time - Receiver/Stocker - Overnight - Lowe's - Hilliard,OH

    Deliver SMART customer service by assisting customers, answering questions, and offering support during projects. Stock merchandise by unloading freight, down-stocking, organizing shelves, and setting up pallets. Support store operations by verifying...

  • Inventory Control Clerk - DHL Express - Lockbourne,OH

    Responsible for maintaining inventory accuracy by verifying all inbound and outbound orders. Insure that inventory entries and adjustments are reflected accurately in the warehouse management system. Key Accountabilities:Maintain inventory records.

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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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