Roustabouts (Oil and Gas)

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    Seeking motivated individuals to participate in National Focus Groups and Clinical Trial studies. Earn up to $500/week in your spare time. Must register and apply to see if you qualify.

  • Entry Level Electrician - EMCOR Group - Sterling,VA

    Job Title Job Title Job Description Essential duties and responsibilities include: Assists in installing power supply wiring and conduit for newly installed equipment. Replaces light fixtures, lamps,...

  • Office Manager - Amtrak - ARAMARK - Washington,DC

    Job Description The Office Manager is responsible for the supervision of general office functions, as well as light Human Resource administration including Union administration duties. Primarily supervises day-to-day data collection and supervises...

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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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