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

$70,080

Median Hourly Wage

$33.69*

Total Employed Nationally

13,090


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2025 wage data and 2024-2034 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2024-2034). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.