Derrick Operators (Oil and Gas)

Top 3 Derrick Operator Jobs

  • Machine Operator - Avery Dennison - Lewis Center,OH

    Avery Dennison - Up to $18.50/hour - Green Meadows Drive - Responsibilities: Operate label machines to meet daily deadlines and production targets; Monitor close tolerances and instruments to ensure high-quality output with a zero-defect...

  • Warehouse Worker - Trillium Staffing - Groveport,OH

    Warehouse Worker Trillium Staffing is now seeking Warehouse Workers in Groveport, OH! 1st & 3rd Shift are available! -1st Shift: 6:00 AM 2:00/3:30 PM | $18/hr -3rd Shift: 8:00 PM 4:30 AM | $19/hr Seeking reliable,...

  • Assembler - Hiring Now - Dwyer Instruments - Sunbury,OH

    Summary: Assembles electronic components, subassemblies and products according to quality specifications and process procedures by performing the following duties. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include 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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