Jobs on oil rigs (offshore or otherwise) are almost always physically demanding, and also require more hours per week than other jobs.

Offshore oil rig jobs are not comparable to regular 9 to 5 jobs, because most oil rig workers live on site and do not drive home after their shift.

There will be some sacrifices when you have a career in the oil and gas industry, but for an industrious individual who is seeking good long-term income it can be the answer. And if you stick around a long enough time to learn some valuable skills, you will be rewarded. yearly income can be quite high.

As with most jobs, you will have to be patient and begin at the bottom - advancing up the career ladder steadily.  However, if you can endure the lengthy hours and time away from loved ones and friends, it should be a worthwhile venture. While working for an oil drilling firm can be a test of your endurance, you should weigh the positives against the negatives - since Entry Level positions provide a decent salary, it may be worth the small "headaches".

Additionally, jobs in the Oil sector do provide for career advancement.  As soon as you get some really good training under your belt (and experience), your skills will be in high demand.

Plus it is not likely to "run dry" any time soon.  No, there won't be a  shortage of jobs in the oil and gas industry, because the world needs oil.  If you need evidence, look at what is happening in Texas where oil pumping has been going on for a very LONG time already - the statistics show that production for both natural gas and oil is up year over year (2012 versus 2011) - you can READ MORE 





By the off chance that regular oil rig jobs dry up, there is still the possibility of off shore oil rig jobs which mine oil far beneath the surface of the sea. To read more on this, visit the link at the end of this page.

If you are concerned  about experiencing "lean years", you needn't worry.  Statistics show that the demand has been increasing - for instance, in Texas oil production was up  about 25%  from 2011 to 2012.  As of February 2013, they're up 23%. Total well completions stand at 3,797 for the year 2012, up from 2,148 in 2011.

The oil industry is here to stay; not only is there US demand for oil, but there will be an ever-growing global demand for crude as other nations continue to develop and grow.  Indeed, this is one industry that cannot experience a lean year for a very long time - and jobs on offshore oil rigs often feature entertainment,  excellent living facilities, internet in the rooms, and gyms.

Laundry and food costs are covered, as well as travel expenses.  Plus you'll save money on gas (no driving).


Oil and Gas Industry Overview
 

Here are some things to bear in mind as you check for oil and gas jobs :

1.    Search for jobs online. Large companies are now looking for skilled or semi-skilled workers on the Internet. It makes sense: advertising jobs on the Internet is cheaper and more efficient, because the job ads are there 24 hours a day, seven days a week, all year long. This applies most especially to off shore oil rig jobs - the global oil rig jobs that can really bring in the big bucks for workers who have the right skills.

2.    If you don’t have a lot of specialized skills, don’t worry – you can still get onto an oil rig. However, it should be noted that people with no skills at all will have to duke it out from the bottom rung of the career ladder. Again, if you stay long enough, you just might be able to become a driller yourself. But, until that time, you have to be strong and patient, and you have to do your current job to the best of your ability, even if that means staying in a hot kitchen every day preparing meals for the roughnecks and drillers outside.

3.    If you've a special talent or skill, apply for the position with the highest salary!  You'll have to perform to a high level right off the bat, to keep your job secure.  Many oil drilling companies post new jobs each week; this may be because they're expanding - but it could also be they're removing poorly performing personnel - so keep that in the forefront of your mind.

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