Roustabouts (Oil and Gas)

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  • Now Hiring, 1st Shift Warehouse Stocker - ALDI - Columbus,OH

    We''re ALDI, one of America''s favorite grocers. We''ve grown a lot in the past few years, expanding our reach and customer base all around the country. Whether it''s in customer service or our exceptional products, we owe our success to the...

  • Restaurant Team Member - Golden Corral Restaurants - Columbus,OH

    Golden Corral - - Responsibilities: Assist customers and teammates as a versatile co-worker in a fast-paced restaurant ...

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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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