Derrick Operators (Oil and Gas)

Top 3 Derrick Operator Jobs

  • Seasonal Fork Lift Operator - Bath and Body Works - New Albany,OH

    Description At Bath & Body Works, everyone belongs. We are committed to creating a culture of belonging focused on delivering exceptional fragrances and experiences to our customers. We focus on recruiting, retaining, and...

  • Warehouse Worker (5:00am start time) - Cardinal Health - Grove City,OH

    Pay rate: $20.10 per hour Bonus eligible: No Benefits: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being. Medical, dental...

  • DC Picker Packer (Part Time) - GrowGeneration - Groveport,OH

    Job Type Part-time Description Overview: GrowGeneration is the nation's largest specialty hydroponic and organic garden center supplier, serving commercial and home growers across the U.S. Our mission is to...

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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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