The Rig Technician 2 Program is designed to teach a student how to operate and maintain drilling fluid systems and pumps during drilling, mix fluid chemicals and additives, handle sections of drill string assembly from a platform on the rig derrick during tripping operations, and monitor and record mud flows and volumes.
The Rig Technician 2 Program can usually be completed in 1 year with approx. 4 weeks of the program designated to in-class study modules. After graduation, the Rig Technician 2 can expect to work under the direction of the Oil and Gas Rig Technician and assist with crew supervision, ensuring the crew works safely and efficiently.
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Riggers Wage: $45,000 10 Year Growth Rate: -0.3% Self Employed: 0.0% Unemployment Rate: 4.4% Employed Part Time: 9.8% Education Requirements: Short-term on-the-job training |
Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas Wage: $44,000 10 Year Growth Rate: -5.4% Self Employed: 2.5% Unemployment Rate: 1.9% Employed Part Time: 0.7% Education Requirements: Moderate-term on-the-job training |
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Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas Wage: $42,000 10 Year Growth Rate: -5.8% Self Employed: 2.7% Unemployment Rate: 1.9% Employed Part Time: 0.7% Education Requirements: Moderate-term on-the-job training |
Service Unit Operators, Oil, Gas, and Mining Wage: $38,000 10 Year Growth Rate: -5.4% Self Employed: 2.1% Unemployment Rate: 1.9% Employed Part Time: 0.7% Education Requirements: Moderate-term on-the-job training |
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Roustabouts, Oil and Gas Wage: $30,000 10 Year Growth Rate: -3.2% Self Employed: 0.2% Unemployment Rate: 6.8% Employed Part Time: 2.9% Education Requirements: Moderate-term on-the-job training |