Occupation ยท SOC 47-5011
Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas: can it be done remotely?
According to the Dingel and Neiman (2020) classification, the work of derrick operators, oil and gas typically cannot be done from home. The score reflects the tasks involved, not whether a particular employer allows remote work.
Nationally, about 11,040 people work in this occupation, with a median annual wage of $62,740 ($30.16 an hour).
US employment
11,040
Median annual wage
$62,740
Mean annual wage
$62,490
Median hourly wage
$30.16
Education and training
Typical education
No formal educational credential
Related work experience
Less than 5 years
On-the-job training
Short-term on-the-job training
Job zone
2
Some preparation
States with the most jobs
- 1. Texas4,840
- 2. Louisiana1,510
- 3. New Mexico1,070
- 4. North Dakota730
- 5. Oklahoma710
- 6. Colorado360
- 7. California250
- 8. Kansas250
- 9. Alaska170
- 10. Wyoming160
States that pay the most
- 1. Louisiana$84,410
- 2. Alaska$81,180
- 3. North Dakota$69,840
- 4. California$67,090
- 5. Florida$64,310
- 6. Wyoming$62,400
- 7. Texas$61,610
- 8. Colorado$61,380
- 9. New Mexico$60,200
- 10. West Virginia$57,600
Median annual wage. Based on 17 states and territories with published figures.
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