Offshore Roughneck Jobs
Offshore Roughneck Jobs
A Roughneck ( Floorhand ) is the entry level position on an offshore rig’s Drilling section. This is the guy who handles the drilling pipes, connecting them as they drill deeper with huge hydraulic clamps. This is the physically most demanding job of the entire drill crew – one can work hard labor 12 hours straight during a drill operation. Offshore, it is easiest to get a job as a Roustabout first, and many experienced roughnecks will take Roustabout jobs offshore just to prove themselves, and learn the ropes offshore – things are a bit different out in the middle of the ocean.
Wages
Wages for offshore Roughnecks run from 60 to 70k
Getting a Roughneck Job Offshore
If you don’t have previous offshore experience, your chances are improved if you have any kind of technical work background. This can include experience as a welder, fitter, engineer, electrician, technician or mechanic. If it is possible, the best way to land an offshore Roughneck job is to apply in person – there are many unadvertised Roughneck jobs offshore. Obviously, the person whose face is in the office asking for work every week or two is going to stand out above all the other applicants.
If visiting the employment offices of offshore drilling contractors isn’t possible for you, then the next best thing is to ensure that your Resume, C\V and Cover Letter are specific to the offshore industry, and to the job you are applying for. We highly recommend the services of Rigworker or Oil Jobs Guide - 2009 Edition if you wish to facilitate the process and improve the odds.
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