Derrick Operators (Oil and Gas)

Top 3 Derrick Operator Jobs

  • Checker/Loader IV - McLane Company - Lockbourne,OH

    Start a fulfilling career as a Warehouse Checker/Loader IV! We're a team. Our success is driven by the collective effort of each member in our warehouse, which has set us apart in the industry for 130+ years. We're dedicated...

  • Distribution Warehouse Operations Manager - PetSmart - Groveport,OH

    Distribution Warehouse Operations Manager ...

  • Loader Operator - Radius Recycling - Columbus,OH

    Loader Operator The Loader Operator will contribute to the production team to ensure goals are met safely and efficiently while conforming to company policies. Process vehicles in a safe manner to produce core & scrap products, enable...

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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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