Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas Jobs Pay in Shreveport-Bossier City, LA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $31.23 – $34.35
Average Annual Pay
Range: $64,958 – $71,454
How much do Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$27.87/hr
Range: $26.55 – $29.20
Annual Rate
$57,975
Range: $55,214 – $60,736
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$32.79/hr
Range: $31.23 – $34.35
Annual Rate
$68,206
Range: $64,958 – $71,454
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$37.71/hr
Range: $35.91 – $39.50
Annual Rate
$78,437
Range: $74,702 – $82,172
Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas job description
Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas professionals work in production facilities to manufacture goods and products. They operate machinery, assemble components, and ensure quality standards are met throughout the production process.
- •Operate manufacturing equipment
- •Assemble products according to specifications
- •Perform quality control checks
- •Maintain production equipment
- •Follow safety procedures
- •Meet production quotas
- •Machine operation
- •Attention to detail
- •Quality control
- •Physical stamina
- •Basic math skills
- •Safety awareness
- •High school diploma or equivalent
- •Manufacturing experience preferred
- •Ability to lift 25-50 pounds
- •Ability to stand for extended periods

