12 Easiest Oilfield Jobs With No Experience

In this article we are going to present you with the 12 easiest oilfield jobs with no experience. Click to skip our introduction and methodology and jump to the 5 Easiest Oilfield Jobs With No Experience

Getting into the oilfield isn’t easy, especially getting the senior roles.  The industry also has a cyclical nature, thanks to its reliance on volatile oil prices. However, the salaries in the industry are decent. If you are industrious, and devoted you can make a decent living with working only six months a year.

In order to compile the list of the 12 easiest oilfield jobs to get a job with, we consulted recruitment sites, such as Indeed, SimplyHired, RigZone among others. We preferred the jobs that don’t need much experience.

12. Oil Field Gate Guard Security

Median income per year: $24,650-$30,033

Qualifications: Non Required

This is another position among the easiest oilfield jobs that doesn’t require any previous experience, and good news for you – you can apply if you are a student or retired. You will get on-the-job training, and although the salary is not that high, but the work isn’t difficult.

11. Floor Hand

Median income per year: $24,000-$35,000

Qualifications: High school Diploma, GED or equivalent

This job generally requires quite a lot from you, as you should be available even at weekends and on holidays. Two or more shifts are needed to operate the rig.

10. Operator assistant

Median income per year: $37,500

Qualifications: High school/secondary

This job is the doorstep of the more senior positions, in the service operator job family.

9. Slickline Assistant

Median income per year: $35,270-$39,530

Qualifications: Non Required but CDL is a plus

You will get many benefits, such as dental, health and vision care after one year employment relationship. Uniforms are generally provided, and as for working hours, shifts span 10 to 12 hours.

8. Refinery Dock Operator

Median income per year: $42,310

Qualifications: Non Required

You will have to work independently after an on-the-job training. The position includes assisting the Tankerman to transfer chemicals and oil products from barges and/or ships.

7. Sand Coordinator

Median income per year: $35,270-$42,310

Qualifications: Non Required

Previous experience is not required but if you have, you will get higher starting salary. Work schedule means 12 hour-long rotating shifts. from Monday to Friday and weekends.

6. Pipe Handler

Median income per year: $35,000-46,000

Qualifications: High school Diploma, GED or equivalent

Working as a pipe handler, your tasks will include maintaining and securing materials, equipment and inventory. You will have to be available a 24/7 on call. It’s a typical oilfield job, so will have to do heavy physical work, such as lift up to 50lbs or more.

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