Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Ga Career

Job Description: Set up or operate a variety of drills to remove underground oil and gas, or remove core samples for testing during oil and gas exploration.


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Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Ga Career

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$57,140

Median Hourly Wage

$27.47*

Total Employed Nationally

17,400


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2016 wage data and 2016-2026 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2016-2026). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.