Top 24 Entry level oil rig Jobs in Texas

Floorhand - South and East Texas
Patterson-UTI —Victoria, TX
- Weekends as needed
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Military
- English
- On-the-job training
Entry Level Roustabout Hand Midland Texas
Blackstar Operating —Midland, TX
- $15 - $18 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Pass drug screening
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Drilling Technician
Petro-Hunt, LLC —Dallas, TX
- Full-time
- Research
- Office
- Continuous improvement
- Free parking
- 401(k) matching
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CDL Class A Equipment Operator | Rotation Schedule | Per Diem + Housing + Bonus
SGF Global —Midland, TX
- $17 - $23 an hour
- Contract
- Heavy equipment operation
- CDL A
- Mid-level
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Field Technician (Entry Level)
Katch Kan —Midland, TX
- $18 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Customer service
- Forklift
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Pump Operator - Coiled Tubing
Go Coil II —Midland, TX
- $21 - $26 an hour
- Full-time
- CDL
- Math
- Outdoor work
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Roustabout Hand
F&D Solutions, LLC —Denver City, TX
- $15 - $20 an hour
- Full-time
- Power tools
- In-person
- Hand tools
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Equipment Operator - Coiled Tubing
Go Coil II —Midland, TX
- $19 - $23 an hour
- Full-time
- CDL
- Math
- Entry level
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Rig Operator- Artificial Lift
Weatherford —Odessa, TX
- Full-time
- Management
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
Water Transfer Technician
Hydroline —Dilley, TX
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- First Aid Certification
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Field Service Technician I
Lufkin US Acquisition Company LLC —Odessa, TX
- Overtime
- High school diploma or GED
- Assembly
- Continuous improvement
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Coiled Tubing Services Operator 1
STEP Energy Services —Midland, TX
- CPR Certification
- Microsoft Outlook
- Hazmat Endorsement
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
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Hydraulic Choke Operator
FESCO, LTD. —Pecos, TX
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
Hydraulic Choke Operator Assistant
FESCO, LTD. —Lufkin, TX
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
Pumping Services Operator 1
STEP Energy Services —Midland, TX
- CPR Certification
- Hazmat Endorsement
- CDL A
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
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Water Well Technician
THI Water Well —Bowie, TX
- $17 an hour
- Overtime
- Heavy equipment operation
- Assembly
- Travel
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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2d
HDD (Horizontal) Directional Drill Operator
MICA Corporation —Haltom City, TX
- $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Heavy lifting
- Construction site
- CDL A
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Horizontal Directional Driller
MICA Corporation —Haltom City, TX
- $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Heavy lifting
- Construction site
- CDL A
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Entry Level Roustabout Hand Midland Texas
Blackstar Operating —Midland, TX
Valid Texas driver’s license preferred. Previous oilfield, construction, farm/ranch, mechanical, or labor experience. Basic knowledge of hand and power tools.
$15 - $18 an hour
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Floorhand - South and East Texas

Patterson-UTI -
Victoria, TX

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On-the-job training

Qualifications

Outdoor work experience
English
Oil rig
Hand tools

Full Job Description

Brief Description:

The Floorhand assists the Motorhand, Derrickhand, and Driller in day-to-day rig operations. Major responsibilities include general maintenance and cleaning, checking the rig and equipment, and assisting in drilling activities. The Floorhand is responsible for making drill pipe connections and tripping pipe in/out of the drilling hole. This is an entry-level job that provides initial introductory training and substantial on-the-job training.

Detailed Description:

Lift and place slips weighing approximately 150 pounds with another person frequently during the tour work shift
General upkeep of the rig and drilling floor; includes regular sweeping, shoveling, cleaning, painting, washing of equipment and related housekeeping duties
Clean and general upkeep of the rig and drilling floor; includes regular painting, washing of equipment and related housekeeping duties
Use iron roughneck, slips, and tongs to properly handle and connect / break sections of drill pipe
Assist in rig moves: help with rig-up / rig-down, nipple up and down blowout preventers, assist with general assembly and maintenance and help prepare new location
Regularly check rig and equipment for any problems and safety issues on an ongoing basis
Assist with inspecting, slipping and cutting drilling line
Responsible for picking up and laying down tubulars, attaching or detaching pick- up lines, and the hook up and tear out of flare and degasser lines
Assist Motorhand with preventative maintenance and repairs of equipment and motors, pipe, and off-loading materials as well as checking / changing oil and coolant on engines
Assist Derrickhand with watching and maintaining shakers, mud pits and pumps
Wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all designated times which could include but is not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses, coveralls, work gloves, respirator, and hearing protection
Inspect safety equipment and PPE for wear and replacing as needed
Maintain spatial orientation and awareness to safely move around work environment with many moving objects
Work in a heavy industrial environment which includes working around constantly moving overhead machinery, being in close proximity to loud equipment and handling potentially hazardous chemicals
Take initiative and work independently during downtime
Support other crew members by carrying supplies, ensuring compliance with safety procedures and other additional tasks as assigned
Other duties as assigned that may be outside of this job description

Job Requirements:

Ability to stand and walk for a minimum of 3.5 hours and up to 12 hours without being able to sit and while wearing steel-toed boots
Able to repetitively climb steep stairs and be able to lift and carry 50 pounds independently while walking on uneven surfaces
Must be comfortable working at heights (50 ft. or greater) for extended periods of time
Stay alert and focused up to 12.5 hours while performing repetitive and routine activities
Bend, stoop, kneel, twist, and crawl throughout the tour work shift
Prior experience or ability to use heavy-duty handheld and long-handled tools
Ability to safely lift and carry 50 pounds independently and repetitively climb steep stairs
Demonstrate clear communication skills including ability to read, write and speak English as well as understand and promptly follow verbal and written instructions in English
Clear vision to judge near and far distances to maintain awareness of, watch, and report ongoing work activities to coworkers and third parties
Able to have accurate recall over short and long-term memory
Able to work closely with others in the confined area of the drilling rig and may live together in crew quarters
Work with an emphasis on safety for themselves and others including coworkers and third parties
Willing to travel to and work in remote locations on a rotational schedule which consists of 14 days on / 14 days off, working 12.5 hour shifts that can include days or nights and as well as weekends and holidays
Willing to work mandatory and unscheduled hours outside of your assigned schedule with little or no advanced notice
Must be willing and able to attend and successfully complete classroom training and testing to qualify for a rig assignment

Minimum Qualifications for new to Patterson-UTI (Expereinced):

6 months of experience working in a rig based positions (Floorhand, Motorhand, Derrickhand within the drilling industry)

Preferred Qualifications:

Forklift Certification
Valid Well control certifications, IADC WellSHARP preferred

Minimum Qualifications for new to industry:

One (1) year of stable work history

Preferred Qualifications:

Six (6) months stable related work history (e.g., farming, ranching, construction, heavy equipment or other trade) or military service
High School Diploma or GED

Additional Details:

This position requires the person to work outdoors for an entire tour work shift in all kinds of weather conditions, including precipitation, cold / heat, high wind, and turbulent conditions. They will be exposed to the typical conditions of the local area where the rig is located. Southern states generally experience hot summers where temperatures range from 80° to low 100° with high humidity; winters have temperatures that generally do not go below 20°. Northern states generally have hot summers with similar conditions and have cold, windy winters, with low temperatures that can be as cold as - 40°.

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entry level oil rig jobs in texas

Floorhand - South and East Texas

Entry Level Roustabout Hand Midland Texas

Drilling Technician

CDL Class A Equipment Operator | Rotation Schedule | Per Diem + Housing + Bonus

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Pump Operator - Coiled Tubing

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Equipment Operator - Coiled Tubing

Rig Operator- Artificial Lift

Water Transfer Technician

Field Service Technician I

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Hydraulic Choke Operator

Hydraulic Choke Operator Assistant

Pumping Services Operator 1

Water Well Technician

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